Sides
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Tangy Lime Cabbage Slaw
This healthy Tangy Lime Cabbage Slaw comes together in minutes and adds the perfect bright, crunchy texture to so many meals. Using a pre-bagged cabbage, broccoli, and kale slaw mix keeps things extra simple, making this one of my favorite quick side dishes for busy weeknights. The creamy lime dressing adds just the right balance…
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Tangy Sourdough Pie Crust
This is my go-to pie crust. It uses up sourdough discard, freezes beautifully, and works just as well for savory pies as it does for sweet ones. It can be blind baked, par-baked, or used as both a bottom and top crust—truly a staple in my kitchen. When I get a little overzealous feeding my…
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Crispy Oven-Baked Potato Wedges
Who doesn’t love a crispy French fry? This healthier oven-baked potato wedge version is a crowd-pleaser in our home. The key is cutting the potatoes into thick wedges and soaking them in baking soda and salt water for at least 20 minutes (or even overnight!). These oven-baked potato wedges are an easy recipe, healthier than…
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🍋 Simple Lemon Arugula Salad
If you need a fresh, simple side to brighten up your dinner, this Simple Lemon Arugula Salad is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again. It’s light, peppery, and tossed with a quick lemon dressing that comes together in minutes. This salad pairs beautifully with richer meals—like a hearty turkey loaf…
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🥕 Simple Roasted Carrots and Vegetables
If you’re looking for a simple, go-to vegetable side that pairs with just about anything, these Simple Roasted Carrots and Vegetables are it. This is one of those recipes I come back to again and again—chop a few vegetables, toss them with olive oil and seasonings, and let the oven do the work. On busy…
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Cabbage, Sausages, & Apples Salad with an Apple Cider-Mustard Vinaigrette
Looking for a hearty salad that feels satisfying enough for dinner? This Cabbage, Sausage, and Apple Salad brings together savory sausage, lightly sautéed cabbage, crisp apples, and fresh greens tossed in a tangy apple-cider mustard vinaigrette. It’s cozy enough for cooler months but still fresh and vibrant thanks to the crunchy apples and bright vinaigrette.…
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Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes-Maybe Bacon too?
Creamy garlic mashed potatoes loaded with smooth cream cheese and optional savory bacon — an easy, cozy comfort food side dish everyone loves.
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🥦 Roasted Parmesan Broccoli
Why this roasted broccoli works: Crispy edges, savory Parmesan, and just enough garlic create a comforting, flavor-packed side dish without overpowering the meal. I often use organic frozen broccoli from our favorite warehouse store because it’s convenient and reduces food waste. Since we don’t always go through fresh broccoli quickly enough, frozen florets make it…
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Tangy Sourdough Tortillas
Discover how to make soft, tangy sourdough tortillas with just 5 simple ingredients. Easy, fermented, and perfect for Taco Tuesday—your new favorite way to use sourdough discard!