Veggies and Sides

A great side can not only elevate an ordinary vegetable, but it can make your main dish sing.  Do something nice with your green beans or potatoes!

All Dressed Cauliflower

This side really dresses up a dinner of simply cooked steak, fish, or chicken.


Cauliflower and White Bean Mash

Even mashed potato fans will love this flavourful, healthier mash.  And it's quicker to make, too.

Ginger Lime Sweet Potatoes

The zing of ginger and lime make these sweet potatoes a great mate with barbecued or roasted salmon.


Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Tart pomegranate and salty feta add delicious contrast to sweet potatoes.

Sunset Vegetables

This beautiful dish of maple glazed vegetables has all the colours of the dying year.

Sautéed Kale and Chickpeas

Use your favourite varieties of kale and beans for this tasty side or vegetarian main dish.

Herb Roasted Eggplant with Tomatoes and Cheese 

This simple dish is a perfect way to make the most of seasonal produce. Make in advance and serve hot or cold.

Stuffed Mini Peppers 

Colorful mini peppers filled with cheese and corn make a great appetizer, side dish or meatless main dish.

Thai Grilled Baby Bok Choi

This vegetable benefits from grilling and some sweet Thai flavours.

Jiffy Corn Casserole 

An American classic. Creamy corn baked with Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix and cheese.

Grilled Asparagus and Halloumi

This handy appetizer, side dish, or lunch is perfect for enjoying on the patio.

Roasted Asparagus Plain or Fancy  

Simply roasted or with a balsamic glaze.

Bacon Roasted Squash 

Sweet squash and salty bacon are a perfect combo.

Fancy Shmancy White Beans 

Canned beans are mixed with colourful peppers for a side dish or meatless main.

Assorted Potato Wedges with Spicy Dip

Use any combination of sweet and white potatoes for this perennial favourite.  Serve with spicy mayonnaise.

Horseradish Mash

You don't have to love horseradish to love what it does to mashed potatoes. It's magical!!

Emily's Mustard Potatoes

Boiled new potatoes in a zingy grainy mustard vinaigrette.  Always a hit.

Classic Hash Brown Casserole The creamy classic made with frozen hash browns, and lots of cheese.

Crash Potatoes

Plain or topped with cheese and chives, these are delicious!

Romanoff Potatoes

Sour cream and cheese elevate this mashed potato casserole.

Quinoa Pilaf

High protein quinoa makes a quick and easy side dish your way, or a meatless main.

Spicy Rice Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and as spicy as you like it.

Versatile Veggie Rice 

Rice cooked with your favourite vegetables and plenty of spice.  None of the fat of fried rice.

Coconut Pineapple Rice   This creamy dish uses coconut milk, fresh pineapple and spice to liven up your rice.

Unbelievable Brussels Sprouts

Shredded and sautéed with bacon, you won't believe how yummy these sprouts are.

Glazed Green Beans with Crispy Shallots

This great dress-up for green beans can be started ahead and finished just before serving.

Green Bean Fries

Coated in crispy crumbs, seasoned and baked, these green beans are a hit with everyone.

Roasted Green Beans in Dill Dressing Roasted for flavour, then tossed in a simple dill vinaigrette. Serve warm or cold.

Braised Cabbage and Onion A great side for meats or base for a casserole.

Roasted Cauliflower  Tossed with oil, seasoned and roasted until crispy and golden.

Scalloped Corn Creamed corn baked into a casserole is a great side for festive dinners.

Creamy, cheesy polenta is a great side or base for stews and sauces.

Use as a base for Italian Style Beef Stew

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