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Sunflower Sampler Potato Casserole

Posted on February 13, 2012, by Chris in Mom's Favorites, Sides

This recipe is from my Mother’s treasured “Sunflower Sampler” which is a collection of (now vintage) recipes from The Wichita Junior League. It’s a midwestern classic and I doubt that there is a cook from Kansas who doesn’t have a well worn “Sampler” in her kitchen....

Oven Baked Rosemary French Fries

Posted on January 17, 2012, by Chris in Sides

I use Barefoot Contessa’s recipe for Rosemary Potato Wedges as the base for the perfect oven baked fry with the added bonus of fresh herb and garlic. Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes washed and sliced into 1 inch wedges 4 garlic cloves 4 springs fresh rosemary...

Cool Cole Slaw (with just a little kick!)

Posted on January 15, 2012, by Chris in Sides

This cole slaw compliments a dish like pulled pork or smoked brisket perfectly. It’s slightly sweet, cool on the palate with just a hint of heat in the background. Best of all it’s easy. Just be sure to make it at least an hour before serving...

Erica’s Mexican Rice

Posted on January 15, 2012, by Chris in Sides

My husband works with a lady who is an authentic Mexican cook and he loves her traditional rice. He finally talked her out of the recipe, thank you Erica! Ingredients: 1 cup Mahatma rice (washed and drained) 1 tablespoon oil salt to taste 2 Roma tomatoes...

Garlic Smashed Potatoes

Posted on January 8, 2012, by Chris in Sides

Many, many moons ago I was lucky enough to attend a cooking seminar by Southern Living and we made these delicious potatoes that I love. I amped up the garlic and added Parmesan cheese to make them even better. Ingredients: 4 large or 6 small potatoes...

Emeril’s Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Posted on January 2, 2012, by Chris in Sides

My brother Rick made this potato dish for our big dinner in Kansas City this year and it was simply outstanding, the perfect side car to an entree like beef tenderloin. I have to admit that I don’t have a lot of recipes by Emeril Lagasse...

Burgundy Mushrooms

Posted on December 21, 2011, by Chris in Sides

This is a recipe that was featured on the Pioneer Woman Christmas Special. What could be better than braised mushrooms in red wine sitting proudly beside a thick slice of beef tenderloin? Yes, it will take time to cook these babies, but the prep is a...

Green Bean Bundles

Posted on December 7, 2011, by Chris in Sides

p Ingredients: 4 – (15 ounce ) cans of whole green beans (not french or cut) bacon strips cut in half (I use my kitchen scissors) 1 cup melted butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 cloves garlic finely chopped 1 teaspoon soy sauce Instructions: Gather...