Welcome to the holiday season! Make your Christmas dinner extra special with these delicious and easy-to-follow side dish recipes. From creamy mashed potatoes to roasted Brussels sprouts, there's something for everyone. Enjoy classic favorites like stuffing, green bean casserole, and mac and cheese, or get creative with unique dishes like sweet potato gratin and cranberry-stuffed mushrooms. No matter what you choose, these festive side dishes will bring a touch of holiday cheer to your dinner table.
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A recipe I tried at a friend's house. She was trying copycat recipes at a BBQ dinner she was hosting. This was...
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KFC Coleslaw - Copycat
recipe by: QueenBea on 3rd Apr 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
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Oh these were so good served with beef. I cut mine in half and served but serving whole would be so impressive! Cut into...
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Whole Pears Roasted In Garlic
recipe by: Tisme on 31st Aug 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
This rice recipe is perfect for a busy workday diner, it is quick and easy to put together and it tastes good enough to...
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Orange Garlic Instant Rice
recipe by: QueenBea on 6th Sep 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Recipe source: Bon Appetit (November 2004)
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Spiced Carrots
recipe by: ellie on 8th Nov 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hours
The X-Mas shopping season begins early in Iceland. Recently my hubby took me to lunch at an Icelandic store that was...
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Savory Sweet Potatoes
recipe by: TwisSis on 9th Nov 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Everyone says that their grandmother or mother made the best mashed potatoes but my grandmother truly did. Try and use...
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Basic Mashed Potatoes
recipe by: celticevergre... on 11th Dec 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
A recipe from Loonyspoons. If you are so inclined...try quinoa, wheat berries or bulgur instead of the rice.
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Brown Rice Pilaf With Cranberries & Pistachios
recipe by: Luvcookn on 4th Jan 2016
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
I have always enjoyed the KFC potato salad, the consistency and flavors are just right for my taste buds. I have been on...
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KFC Copycat Potato Salad
recipe by: QueenBea on 12th Jul 2016
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
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I found this recipe on a recipe card from the fruit market. My DH is not a broccoli fan, but he really enjoyed...
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Broccoli & Cheese Oven-Baked Fritters
recipe by: Tisme on 20th Aug 2016
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Just in time to be quickly added to my Thanksgiving menu came this recipe via email from blogger Becky Hardin @...
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Cranberry Almond Charred Broccoli Salad
recipe by: TwisSis on 5th Nov 2016
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
This recipe of my mother's is one of my favorites. It results in tender and flavorful Brussels sprouts.
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Savory Brussels Sprouts
recipe by: JoanWagnerTel... on 16th Apr 2017
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Christmas time is tater time in Scandinavia (heck, any time is tater time in Scandinavia), and these ones might just be...
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Danish Brunede Kartofler – Caramelized Browned Potatoes
recipe by: JostLori on 29th Jul 2017
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
This recipe is out of the October 2017 Costco Connections magazine. Courtesy of Almondsdotcom...I love Brussels...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Almonds
recipe by: TeresaS on 1st Oct 2017
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
I love broccoli, and I love cream cheese, so this is a natural for me! When I was growing up, we always had that...
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Broccoli Casserole With No "Cream Of Something" Soup!
recipe by: breezermom on 3rd Oct 2017
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
A side that can be ready in just a few minutes!
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Haricots Verts With Carrots & Sesame
recipe by: breezermom on 23rd Oct 2017
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
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This delicious brightly colored squash recipe isn't just for the holidays to brighten up your plate. It is a great...
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Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash
recipe by: LindasBusyKit... on 19th Nov 2018
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Gently simmered squash and yams that would be a tasty side dish for the holidays.
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African Squash & Yams
recipe by: amafor3 on 10th Oct 2019
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
1927 cookbook uses maple syrup
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Mashed Sweet Potato Caramel
recipe by: dienia b on 18th Dec 2019
Prep Time: 9 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
I like this sweet tasting, yummy smelling side dish.
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Slow Cooker Cinnamon Sugar Butternut Squash
recipe by: WhatamIgonnae... on 10th Nov 2020
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours
Yet another version. My family's version. Chill time is cook time. There is no cooking involved. NOTE: Don't...
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Our Family's Ramen Noodle Salad
recipe by: WhatamIgonnae... on 13th Mar 2021
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hours
A delicious version of butternut squash.
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Beekeeper's Roasted Butternut Squash
recipe by: ForeverMama on 22nd May 2021
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
A classic side.
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Garlic Scented Green Beans
recipe by: ForeverMama on 10th Jun 2021
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 Minutes
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Creamy mashed potatoes, with garlic and chives. I make these when I don't plan on making a gravy or sauce to put...
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Creamy Garlic & Chives Mashed Potatoes
recipe by: NELady on 22nd Feb 2023
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
This dish may be assembled and refrigerate for up to 2 days in advance and will save you time and oven space for your...
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Kittencal's Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
recipe by: KittenCal on 9th Aug 2011
Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Two cups finely crushed herb-flavor packaged stuffing mix may be used in place of the dry bread crumbs, crowned bulk...
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Baked Spinach & Feta Balls
recipe by: KittenCal on 14th Sep 2011
Prep Time: 2 Hours
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
A KC favorite! This may be completely assembled and refrigerated until ready to be baking, if you have any leftovers ...
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Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
recipe by: KittenCal on 23rd Sep 2011
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 90 Minutes
Plan ahead the shredded potatoes need to soak in cold water for 8-24 hours, soaking in the cold water will remove the...
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Kittencal's Potato Pancakes (Latkes)
recipe by: KittenCal on 29th Sep 2011
Prep Time: 8 Hours
Cook Time: 3-5 Minutes
Great for a buffet table with the cheese sauce served separately and the cakes cooked small. Delicious served any time...
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Spinach Cakes with Gouda Cheese Sauce
recipe by: Derf on 9th Oct 2011
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes