120 Christmas Potluck Sides for 12 or More
- Roasted Asparagus
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- Festive Tossed Salad with Feta
- Chestnut Dressing
- Orange and Olives Salad
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- Duo Tater Bake
- Special Radicchio-Spinach Salad
- Sweet Potato Pone
- Roasted Potatoes, Carrots & Leeks
- Vegan Green Bean Casserole
- Holiday Creamed Spinach
- Wild Rice with Dried Blueberries
- Chive & Onion Hash Brown Potatoes
- Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
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- Sausage, Kale and Squash Bread Pudding
- Chive Smashed Potatoes
- Slow-Cooker Citrus Carrots
- Lemon-Scented Broccolini
- Easy Scalloped Potatoes
- Stollen Butter Rolls
- Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing
- Maple-Gingerroot Vegetables
- Fried Onions and Apples
- Cheesy Corn Spoon Bread
- Sicilian Brussels Sprouts
- Cranberry Roasted Squash
- Eggnog Fruit Fluff
- Coconut-Bourbon Sweet Potatoes
- 43: Cheesy Slow-Cooked Corn
- 14: Potluck Macaroni and Cheese
- Cornbread Dressing with Oysters
- Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Apples
- Brush loaves and rolls with butter
- Pumpkin with Walnuts and Blue Cheese
- Dried Cherry & Sausage Dressing
- Cranberry Pineapple Salad
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
- Easy Batter Rolls
- Apple Stuffing Balls
- Party Potatoes Au Gratin
- Sweet Potato Pan Rolls
- North Carolina: Sourdough Dressing
- Twice-Baked Red Potatoes
- Savory Zucchini Bread Pudding
- Favorite Fruit Salad
- Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Stuffing
- Marinated Mushrooms & Artichokes
- Makeover Streusel-Topped Sweet Potatoes
- Cheddar Spirals
- Cheddar and Chive Mashed Potatoes
- Fresh Artichokes with Lemon-Yogurt Dip
- Slow-Cooked Sausage Dressing
- Apple Walnut Slaw
- Grandpa’s Party Potatoes
- Spicy Sweet Potato Chips & Cilantro Dip
- Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon
- Cran-Orange Couscous Salad
- Bacon Potato Bake
- Grandma’s Rosemary Dinner Rolls
- Kentucky: Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad
- Grandma’s Poultry Dressing
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower
- Truly Tasty Turnips with Greens
- Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
- Maple Winter Squash Casserole
- Pearl Onion Broccoli Bake
- Wild Rice, Quinoa & Cranberry Salad
- Brandy-Glazed Carrots
- Roasted Asparagus With Thyme
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- Pretzel-Topped Sweet Potatoes
- Parmesan Asparagus
- Apple Walnut Salad
- Slow-Cooker Polenta
- Brussels Sprouts & Kale Saute
- Day 8: Party Potatoes
- Roasted Fall Vegetables
- Rustic Squash Tarts
- Veggie Macaroni & Cheese
- Harvest Salad with Lime-Curry Dressing
- Tender Crescent Rolls
- Lemon Mushroom Orzo
- Roasted Honey Sweet Potatoes
- Overnight Reindeer Rolls
- Browned Butter Red Potatoes
- Best Dinner Rolls
- Creamy Sweet Potatoes
- Greek-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes
- Christmas Cauliflower Casserole
- Deluxe Cornbread Stuffing
- Low-Carb Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic
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- Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits
- Classic Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
- Cherry & Fontina Stuffed Portobellos
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
- Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots
- Sausage and Mushroom Cornbread Dressing
- Perfect Winter Salad
- Flaky Butterhorn Rolls
- Favorite Cheesy Potatoes
- Parmesan Risotto
- Butternut Squash with Whole Grains
- Tangy Bacon Green Beans
- Apple Maple Pecan Salad
- Baked Parmesan Broccoli
- Rosey Raspberry Salad
- Sweet Potato, Orange & Pineapple Crunch
- Spinach, Apple & Pecan Salad
- Holiday Rice Salad
- Pumpkin-Filled Crescent Rolls
- Holiday Potato Bake
- Slow-Cooked Green Beans
- Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese
- Special Herb Dressing
- Festive Cranberry Fruit Salad
- Best Ever Crescent Rolls

Roasted Asparagus
This tasty roasted asparagus recipe is a great Christmas potluck idea. Not only does it come together quickly, but it calls for just a handful of items. We all look forward to this side dish each year. —Vikki Rebholz, West Chester, OH
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Can you freeze mashed potatoes? You bet you can! I always make these freezer mashed potatoes and give them to my kids when they go away to school. All they have to do is keep them in the freezer until it’s mashed potato time! —Jessie Fortune, Pocahontas, Arkansas
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Festive Tossed Salad with Feta
I serve this colorful salad when we have guests over for dinner because it goes with just about any main entree and is a snap to toss together with packaged greens. Dried cranberries and feta cheese add a delightful touch. —Kate Hilts, Fairbanks, Alaska
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Add some more greens to your table with these Christmas salad recipes.

Chestnut Dressing
I enjoyed this chestnut stuffing when I spent my first holiday with my husband, Mike. It’s a family recipe his mother has been making for years and is a great Christmas potluck idea. Italian seasoning and chestnuts add flavor and texture. —Sharon Brunner, Mohnton, Pennsylvania
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Orange and Olives Salad
My grandmother made sure this orange and olives salad was on our holiday table every year. It’s so light and simple to make. And it looks pretty on the table! —Angela David, Lakeland, Florida
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I was looking in my pantry for raisins to make a dressing just like my mom’s. I was out, but I spied a bag of dried blueberries and thought, Why not? Michigan is known for its blueberries, second only to cherries, so this is a delicious nod to my home state. It’s one of my go-to Christmas potluck ideas.—Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
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Duo Tater Bake
I made this comforting Christmas potluck idea and it was a winner with my family. They said to be sure to include it at every holiday dinner. It’s a keeper! —Joan McCulloch, Abbotsford, British Columbia
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Special Radicchio-Spinach Salad
Almost too pretty to eat, this colorful salad combines mint, chipotle pepper and honey to create a refreshing Christmas potluck idea. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
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Sweet Potato Pone
Sweet potatoes are among my favorite vegetables, and this sweet potato pone is my absolute favorite way to prepare them. Not only is it an eagerly anticipated side dish for Christmas dinner with family and friends each year, but also I make it to dress up ordinary meals. You can almost serve it as a dessert! —Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
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Kick your holiday dinner off with some easy Christmas appetizers.

Roasted Potatoes, Carrots & Leeks
Simply seasoned and flavored with garlic, this fantastic Christmas potluck idea will complement just about any entree. The colorful veggies are easy to prepare and look attractive on a holiday buffet…but you’ll want to keep this recipe in mind for meals all year long.—Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
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Vegan Green Bean Casserole
Now everyone can enjoy this classic side. Just a few small tweaks make this a vegan green bean casserole, but no one wiletast the difference! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Holiday Creamed Spinach
My mother made a variety of spinach dishes when I was growing up. This rich, delicious creamed version is the only one that stayed with me through the years and makes for a great Christmas potluck side. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
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Wild Rice with Dried Blueberries
I love the combination of rice and fruit, so this is a go-to Christmas potluck idea at my house. I toss in mushrooms and toasted almonds to enhance the flavor. You can also include dried cherries or cranberries if you’d like. —Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas
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Chive & Onion Hash Brown Potatoes
A friend once told me about a potato dish her mother used to make. She remembered that Swiss cheese and butter were standouts. Here’s my re-creation—and my friend actually liked it better than her mom’s version. —Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota
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Old-Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
Bring back the taste of days gone by with this ooey-gooey classic. A little ground mustard and hot pepper sauce give this old-fashioned baked macaroni and cheese just the right spice. —James Backman, Centralia, Washington
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Every holiday celebration needs some fun cocktails and these festive Christmas drinks are the best way to imbibe.

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My grandmother makes this Christmas potluck idea every holiday. It’s just so full of love and memories (and pecans!) that it needs to be shared. —Natalie Gray, Moreland, Georgia
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Sausage, Kale and Squash Bread Pudding
Who said bread pudding has to be for dessert? I love to serve this for brunch or dinner when I want something hearty and a little unusual. —Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Chive Smashed Potatoes
No need to peel the potatoes—in fact, this is the only way we make mashed potatoes anymore. They’re chunky, tasty and attractive. And the flavored cream cheese is a delightful twist! —Beverly Norris, Evanston, Wyoming
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Slow-Cooker Citrus Carrots
These carrots are yummy, simple and are a solid Christmas potluck idea. The recipe is from my mom, who tweaked it a bit to suit her tastes. You can make this dish a day in advance and refrigerate it until needed. Then just reheat it before the party! —Julie Puderbaugh, Berwick, Pennsylvania
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Lemon-Scented Broccolini
Even the most finicky eaters will eagerly eat this vegetable seasoned with lemon-pepper, lemon peel and lemon juice. If you prefer, use broccoli instead.—Kim Champion, Phoenix, Arizona
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes
We all loved my mom’s super-rich scalloped potatoes. I tweaked her recipe to keep all the flavor, but cut the fat. The cheese blend is the clincher. It’s my favorite Chritmas potluck idea. —Diane Bramlett, Manteca, California
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Stollen Butter Rolls
Looking for a Christmas potluck idea? My family members enjoy my stollen so much and say it’s just too good to be served only on holidays. I created this buttery, less-sweet dinner roll version. —Mindy White, Nashville, Tennessee
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Apple, Butternut and Sausage Dressing
I’d heard about using squash in dressing, so I combined four things I love into one dish: apples, butternut squash, bacon and maple sausage! Now, it’s one of the most requested dishes during the holidays. —Brenda Crouch, Ansley, Nebraska
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Round out your holiday meal with these Christmas dinner ideas.

Maple-Gingerroot Vegetables
My family loves this recipe because it brings out the lovely flavors of the vegetables. Even my children enjoy it—they love the drizzle of maple syrup! It’s a tasty way to introduce kids to turnips, rutabaga and parsnips, too. —Kelli Ritz, Innisfail, Alberta
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Fried Onions and Apples
Since a lot of delicious onions are grown in our state, they are always part of my menu. This tangy side dish is good with pork and beef. The inspiration for this unusual combination was a prolific apple tree!—Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
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Cheesy Corn Spoon Bread
Homey and comforting, this custard-like side dish is a much-requested Christmas potluck idea. The jalapeno pepper adds just the right bite. Second helpings of this tasty casserole are common—leftovers aren’t. —Katherine Franklin, Carbondale, Illinois
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Sicilian Brussels Sprouts
I love to make this dish because the flavors jumping around in your mouth keep you coming back bite after bite. Other nuts can be used in place of the pine nuts.—Marsha Gillett, Yukon, Oklahoma
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Cranberry Roasted Squash
I created this Christmas potluck idea when I wanted a warm, fragrant side dish. The aroma of the cranberries and squash cooking in the oven is just as heavenly as the flavor itself. —Jamillah Almutawakil, Superior, Colorado
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Eggnog Fruit Fluff
I regularly fit blends of apples, blueberries and other fruit into my Christmas potluck ideas. The eggnog in this dressing suits the sweet salad for holiday dinners. —Tami Harrington, Scottsdale, Arizona
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Coconut-Bourbon Sweet Potatoes
What is it about sweet potatoes that unnerve some people? For those who firmly state they hate a yam because of the color or texture, the rich addition of coconut, bourbon and spices might just win them over. —Rebecca Anderson, Driftwood, Texas
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43: Cheesy Slow-Cooked Corn
My family really likes this creamy, cheesy Christmas potluck idea—and it’s so easy to make. Even those who usually don’t eat much corn often ask for a second helping. —Mary Ann Truitt, Wichita, Kansas
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14: Potluck Macaroni and Cheese
You’ll always have a winner at the potluck when you bring macaroni and cheese. Here’s an extra-rich, creamy version for the slow cooker. —Jennifer Blondek, Chicopee, Massachusetts
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Cornbread Dressing with Oysters
My father’s dressing bakes separately from the turkey and is simply delicious. The secret is to prepare the corn bread first, let it cool and then crumble it to form the base for the rest of the ingredients. My father always added oysters to give the dressing a special flavor. —Nell Bass, Macon, Georgia
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Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Apples
This foolproof Christmas potluck idea is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful alternative to traditional sweet potatoes. To save time, make it ahead, allow it to cool and refrigerate it up to two days. Put the mashed potatoes back in the slow cooker set to low for about two hours before serving. Add a bit of apple cider or water if needed. —Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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Brush loaves and rolls with butter
Baking these rolls in a skillet makes them soft and tender. My family requests them for holiday dinners and other special occasions. I most enjoy them split and spread with butter and black raspberry jelly.
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Pumpkin with Walnuts and Blue Cheese
Don’t hold off on serving pumpkin, thinking it can be only the finale to dinner. Bring it to the forefront with this unique and lovely Christmas potluck idea that will garner you lots of recipe requests. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington
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Dried Cherry & Sausage Dressing
Apples and dried cherries add a sweet-tart flavor to my homemade stuffing. It makes a holiday dinner memorable. —Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin
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Cranberry Pineapple Salad
Impress dinner guests with this delightfully different take on traditional cranberry sauce. The nuts add a tasty crunch. —Dorothy Angley, Carver, Massachusetts
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These easy Christmas dinner recipes are wonderful when your holiday season is extra-busy.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
This convenient Christmas potluck idea calls for canned sweet potatoes, so preparation time is minimal. The nutty brown sugar topping adds a bit of crunch. —Anita Briner, Etters, Pennsylvania
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Easy Batter Rolls
The first thing my guests ask when they come for dinner is if I’m serving these dinner rolls. The buns are so light, airy and delicious—and help make the meal. —Thomasina Brunner, Gloversville, New York
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Apple Stuffing Balls
I served this Christmas potluck idea for the first time at a holiday dinner. My family asked me to make them several times after that, so the tasty little bites made an appearance on my Christmas spread that year, too. We love them so much they’ve become a holiday tradition. —Tracy Burdo, Burlington, Vermont
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Party Potatoes Au Gratin
Hearty helpings of these cheesy spuds will please hungry folks in a hurry. The rich, creamy sauce makes this recipe of my mother’s the one folks request most. The potatoes are just as delicious the next day, reheat in the microwave with a little added milk.—Debbie Carlson, San Diego, California
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Sweet Potato Pan Rolls
These tender rolls are one of my brother’s favorites so I make them often. Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they are great along side a wide variety of dishes from chicken to a bowl of chili.—Carly Curtin, Ellicott City, Maryland
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North Carolina: Sourdough Dressing
While we love our traditional Christmas potluck ideas, sometimes we want to change things up. This sourdough stuffing is a fun twist on an old favorite. Whenever we make it after the big feast, we like to add a cup or more of leftover cubed turkey. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina
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Twice-Baked Red Potatoes
Before my baby was born, I was in nesting mode and made lots of freezable recipes like these creamy red potatoes. The yogurt is a healthy swap for sour cream. —Valerie Cox, Secretary, Maryland
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Savory Zucchini Bread Pudding
I have been serving this Christmas potluck idea for years and always receive compliments on it. If you don’t have day-old bread in your pantry, simply slice fresh bread and bake it at 300° for 10 minutes. —Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
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Favorite Fruit Salad
I spend a lot of time in the kitchen, especially when our four children and nine grandchildren come to visit. They always ask for this salad when they’re here for dinner. —Doris Dion, Lake Ozark, Missouri
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Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Stuffing
Every family seems to have a favorite stuffing recipe. My family and I have been making this Christmas potluck idea for many years. It’s so delicious that no gravy is required! —Sandra Dombek, Camillus, New York
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Marinated Mushrooms & Artichokes
I marinate mushrooms and artichokes in fresh tarragon, thyme and seasonings so they turn out tart, tangy and irresistible. —Marcia Doyle, Pompano, Florida
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Makeover Streusel-Topped Sweet Potatoes
People really do “eat with their eyes,” and no one ever misses the fat and calories in this Christmas potluck idea when they see how yummy and attractive the makeover version is. —Tamra Duncan, Lincoln, Arkansas
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Cheddar Spirals
Our kids always loved this cheesy pasta and would sample a spoonful right from the slow cooker when they walked by. Adding cocktail sausages, sliced Polish sausage or cubed ham makes it a hearty dinner. —Heidi Ferkovich, Park Falls, Wisconsin
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Cheddar and Chive Mashed Potatoes
My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world’s best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I dollop individual servings in muffin cups and reheat them that way instead. —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
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Fresh Artichokes with Lemon-Yogurt Dip
Artichokes are at their best when you prepare them simply, without a lot of fuss or seasonings to overdress them. Many people dip the petals in melted butter or mayonnaise, but I think you’ll love my tangy lemon-yogurt dip. —Jill Haapaniemi, Brooklyn, New York
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Slow-Cooked Sausage Dressing
This savory dressing gets amped up with apples and pecans. It cooks easily in a slow cooker so the stove and oven are free for the other dishes you’re preparing. It’s my favorite Christmas potluck idea.—Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma
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Apple Walnut Slaw
A co-worker shared this slaw recipe with me. Now it’s a favorite at my house, too. Apples, walnuts and raisins are a fun way to dress up coleslaw. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Grandpa’s Party Potatoes
My grandpa, who gave me this recipe, liked the way the cream cheese and onion dip created a wonderful velvety texture. I often assemble these potatoes the night before, then pop them in the oven the next day. It’s a solid Christmas potluck idea. —Mary Kay Elert, St. Paul Park, Minnesota
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Spicy Sweet Potato Chips & Cilantro Dip
This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional chips and dip! —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois
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Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon
Every time I take this super rich corn to a holiday potluck or work party, I leave with an empty slow cooker. It’s decadent, homey and so worth the splurge. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia
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Cran-Orange Couscous Salad
I often create salads using a variety of healthy, filling grains. This version with tender couscous is amped up by the bright flavors of oranges, cranberries, basil and a touch of fennel. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
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Bacon Potato Bake
This cheesy potato casserole is always a popular Christmas potluck idea. It’s a nice change from mashed potatoes and with a bread crumb and crumbled bacon topping, it looks as good as it tastes. —Helen Haro, Yucaipa, California
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Grandma’s Rosemary Dinner Rolls
My grandma (I called her Baba) made these in her coal oven. How she regulated the temperature is beyond me! She always made extra rolls for the neighbors to bake in their own ovens. My mom and aunts would deliver the formed rolls at lunchtime. —Charlotte Hendershot, Hudson, Pennsylvania
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Kentucky: Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad
Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional Christmas potluck idea, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. —Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky
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Grandma’s Poultry Dressing
Every family seems to have their own favorite dressing recipe that becomes a tradition, and this is ours. It came from Grandma, who passed it down to my mother. Now our children have carried it into their kitchens. This is truly a good old-fashioned recipe. —Norma Howland, Joliet, Illinois
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower
My grandkids were never huge fans of cauliflower, but the bacon makes a big difference in this dish. They like it even more with golden cauliflower instead of white. — Patricia Hudson, Riverview, Florida
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Truly Tasty Turnips with Greens
These savory greens are a hit at every church dinner I take them to. Adjust the seasonings as you please to make this recipe your own. —Amy Inman, Hiddenite, North Carolina
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Roasted Beet Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
Beets, oranges and spinach sprinkled with goat cheese make a scrumptious new blend for a mixed green salad. The combination may seem unlikely, but I guarantee it will become a favorite. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
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Maple Winter Squash Casserole
This scrumptious Christmas potluck idea combines pumpkin and two other kinds of squash in a creamy, savory mix. The recipe also would work with other squash combos, or just one type instead of three. Have fun with it—you really can’t go wrong! —Joanne Iovino, Kings Park, New York
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Pearl Onion Broccoli Bake
With its creamy white cheese sauce and buttery crumb topping, this dish is great comfort food. If you’re looking for a mild way to dress up broccoli, this is the recipe. —Charles Keating, Manchester, Maryland
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Wild Rice, Quinoa & Cranberry Salad
This fragrant salad is a vitamin and protein powerhouse. Toss in leftover cooked turkey to make it a meal the next day. —Jerilyn Korver, Bellflower, California
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Brandy-Glazed Carrots
Carrots sport a light brandy sauce for a beautiful Christmas potluck idea with mass appeal. —Tammy Landry, Saucier, Mississippi
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Roasted Asparagus With Thyme
This is good-for-you spring-time side dish is so easy to prepare, yet the simply seasoned spears look appealing enough to serve guests or take to carry-in dinner.
-Sharon Leno
Keansburg, New Jersey
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This is one of my favorite recipes from my mother. With only seven ingredients, it’s quick to assemble in the morning before I leave for work. By the time I get home, mouthwatering aromas have filled the house. —Bob Malchow, Monon, Indiana
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Pretzel-Topped Sweet Potatoes
Friends I’ve shared this recipe with say it’s their favorite way to serve sweet potatoes. I like to make it for brunch as a colorful go-with dish. The mingled sweet, tart and salty tastes are an unusual treat. —Sue Mallory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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Parmesan Asparagus
Nothing could be more simple than this side dish. Since it has just four ingredients, I assemble it in no time, then pop it into the oven for about 15 minutes. It turns out perfect every time. —Mary Ann Marino, West Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Apple Walnut Salad
The pumpkin seeds and homemade dressing make this salad so special—and healthy, too. Add leftover turkey and you’ve got a main-dish salad. —Bjorg Martin, Noblesville, Indiana
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Slow-Cooker Polenta
This Italian classic is so simple to make, you can now make it any night of the week. —Elisabeth Matelski, Boston, Massachusetts
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Brussels Sprouts & Kale Saute
In an effort to add more greens to our meals, I created this dish—and my kids eat it up. The crispy salami is the “hook.” —Jennifer Mcnabb, Brentwood, Tennessee
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Day 8: Party Potatoes
These creamy, tasty potatoes can be made the day before and stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to pop them in the oven (I often do that). The garlic powder and chives add zip, and the shredded cheese adds color. —Sharon Mensing, Greenfield, Iowa
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Roasted Fall Vegetables
I love serving this tender veggie side dish as part of a comforting dinner on a chilly night. The cayenne pepper lends zippy flavor that’s not overpowering. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
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Rustic Squash Tarts
This recipe is hiding a big surprise. Flaky, rustic-looking pastry shells hold a sweet and spicy pecan layer under the squash slices. —Ann Marie Moch, Kintyre, ND
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Veggie Macaroni & Cheese
This creamy mac and cheese definitely doesn’t come from a box! Fresh veggies add crunch and color and will leave everyone asking for seconds. —Marsha Morril, Harrisburg, Oregon
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Harvest Salad with Lime-Curry Dressing
A friend gave me this salad recipe to help me impress my new husband who loves citrus. We serve the dressing over greens we harvest from our garden—the lime and curry make a fantastic pairing. —Rachel Muilenburg, Prineville, Oregon
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Tender Crescent Rolls
My family’s holiday meal consists of different soups and breads. This is one of the favorite breads during that meal.—Bonnie Myers, Callaway, Nebraska
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Lemon Mushroom Orzo
Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot.
It has a pleasant tinge of lemon and a nice crunch from pecans.
—Shelly Nelson, Akeley, Minnesota
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Roasted Honey Sweet Potatoes
Cinnamon and honey bring out the natural earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes in this simple, elegant side dish. —Laura Mifsud, Northville, Michigan
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Overnight Reindeer Rolls
Kids love helping in the kitchen. This year, have a little fun making these reindeer-shaped rolls with your little bakers. And make sure to take pictures because the treats will be gone before you know it! —Chris O’Connell, San Antonio, Texas
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Browned Butter Red Potatoes
I’ve been making my version of Dad’s potatoes for years, and it goes great with any meal. Browning the butter gives the potatoes a whole new taste. —Anne Pavelak, Endicott, Washington
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Best Dinner Rolls
These are the best dinner rolls around. If you can’t decide which enticing topping to choose, just use them all.—Christina Pittman, Parkville, Missouri
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Creamy Sweet Potatoes
I took my mother’s delicious sweet potato casserole and gave it a new twist by adding the tempting taste of orange—a fruit very abundant in our state. The flavors are wonderful together and make this dish a family favorite. —Norma Poole, Auburndale, Florida
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Greek-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash
With a truckload of acorn squash in my pantry, I wanted to make stuffed squash in lots of different ways. A bottle of Greek seasoning got my creativity flowing. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
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Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Tired of the same old side dish, I whipped up this new family favorite. We can’t get enough of these loaded mashed potatoes at our house. Often, I’ll prepare this casserole ahead and refrigerate it. Then I bake it just before serving. —Dawn Reuter, Oxford, Wisconsin
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Christmas Cauliflower Casserole
This creamy casserole is filled with tender cauliflower and topped with a sprinkling of crispy herb stuffing. It’s become one of our favorite Christmas casseroles that appeals to both kids and adults in our family. —Carol Rex, Ocala, Florida
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Deluxe Cornbread Stuffing
When my husband and I were newlyweds and far from family, we invited friends over for a traditional Thanksgiving feast. I searched for stuffing recipes and combined the best aspects of several to create this one. Everyone liked it, and I still make it for holidays. —Pamela Rickman, Valdosta, Georgia
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Low-Carb Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Garlic
When we have company, these sprouts are my go-to side dish because they look and taste fantastic. Fancy them up a notch with pancetta instead of bacon. —Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
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Every Irish family has its own colcannon recipe, since it’s a classic potato and cabbage dish. My recipe comes from my father’s family in Ireland. It’s part of my St. Patrick’s Day menu, along with lamb chops, carrots and soda bread. —Marilou Robinson, Portland, Oregon
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Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits
In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I’m sure will be passed down for generations. —Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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Classic Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
These make-ahead mashed potatoes save me a ton of time on Christmas Day. No more frantically whipping the potatoes while hungry family and guests hang around the kitchen! —Marty Rummel, Trout Lake, Washington
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Cherry & Fontina Stuffed Portobellos
I developed this hearty appetizer for my mushroom-lovin’ kids. They’re grown now with families of their own, but they still request these when they come home. —Wendy Rusch, Trego, Wisconsin
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries
There’s nothing to this recipe—the preparation and cooking times are so quick. I sprinkle in a few dried cranberries, but you can let your imagination take over. Add a handful of raisins or walnuts at the end, or even sliced oranges. If your Brussels sprouts are large, cut them in half. —Ellen Ruzinsky, Yorktown Heights, New York
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Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots
I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the table, they taste terrific, too! —Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland
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Sausage and Mushroom Cornbread Dressing
I learned about corn bread dressing while living in the south for a few years. I decided to combine it with a few of my favorite stuffing ingredients to give it my own spin. —James Schend, Food Editor, Taste of Home
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Perfect Winter Salad
This is my most-requested salad recipe. Serve it as a side salad along with your holiday meal, or enjoy it for lunch the next day with cubed turkey or chicken on top. —DeNae Shewmake, Burnsville, Minnesota
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Flaky Butterhorn Rolls
The recipe for these dinner rolls, slightly sweet and so very flaky, was my mother’s. They are simple to prepare because kneading skills are not required and the dough is easy to handle. My grandchildren have renamed them “Grandma’s croissants”! —Bernice Smith, Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota
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Favorite Cheesy Potatoes
My family loves these potatoes. I make a large batch in disposable pans and serve them at all our get-togethers. The holidays aren’t the same without them. It’s also a super recipe for Christmas morning brunch. —Brenda Smith, Curran, Michigan
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Parmesan Risotto
Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish. In this version, the rice is briefly sauteed, then slowly cooked in wine and seasonings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Butternut Squash with Whole Grains
Fresh thyme really shines in this hearty slow-cooked side dish featuring tender butternut squash, nutritious whole grain pilaf and vitamin-packed baby spinach. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Tangy Bacon Green Beans
My grandmother’s Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads. —Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida
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Apple Maple Pecan Salad
A well-made salad has good taste and pleasing crunch. This one with cabbage, apples and pecans gets high marks in both, with extra points for color contrast. —Emily Tyra, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Baked Parmesan Broccoli
I began making this creamy side dish years ago as a way to get my kids to eat broccoli. They’ve since grown up, but still request this satisfying dish. It’s truly a family favorite. —Barbara Uhl, Wesley Chapel, Florida
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Rosey Raspberry Salad
Whenever I make this pretty raspberry salad, people talk! It’s a festive side dish that works well for celebrations throughout the year. —Jane Vanderground, Macedonia, Ohio
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Sweet Potato, Orange & Pineapple Crunch
I combined my two absolute favorite sweet potato casseroles in the world to create my own version for the holiday table. —Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas
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Spinach, Apple & Pecan Salad
One day, company was on the way, and I forgot to buy salad fixings. Scavenging the fridge for ingredients, I pulled these together and invented a salad superstar. —Kelly Walsh, Aviston, Illinois
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Holiday Rice Salad
It’s nice to prepare a cold salad like this when entertaining because it can be made ahead and doesn’t take up valuable oven space.
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Pumpkin-Filled Crescent Rolls
This is an Old World recipe derived from my grandmother, who didn’t use traditional measuring cups. We figured out this recipe, which must date back to 1900 or earlier. Other fillings that work well are cranberry, peanut butter or lemon. —Gary Wanosky, North Ridgeville, Ohio
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Holiday Potato Bake
I have made this at Thanksgiving and Christmas for the past several years; my family requests this dish all the time, even when it’s not a holiday! Happy, cherished family memories. —Vickie West, Long Beach, California
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Slow-Cooked Green Beans
I spent hours in search of sides for a cooking demo to present to women from my church. These easy green beans became my star attraction. —Alice White, Willow Spring, North Carolina
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Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese
I wanted to up my veggie game, so I smothered Brussels sprouts with garlic and goat cheese. It’s really a side dish, but I love to eat it for lunch! —Brenda Williams, Santa Maria, California
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Special Herb Dressing
Here’s a fabulously satisfying dressing with all the great tastes people crave: meat, fish herbs, earthy mushrooms, crunchy apples and water chestnuts, and a zesty burst of tart cranberries. —Trudy Williams, Shannonville, Ontario
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Festive Cranberry Fruit Salad
This fruit salad is a tradition on my Christmas table. It goes together quickly, which is a plus on such a busy day. —Rousheen Arel Wolf, Delta Junction, Alaska
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Best Ever Crescent Rolls
My daughter and I have cranked out dozens of these homemade crescent rolls. It’s a real team effort. I cut the dough into pie-shaped wedges; she rolls them up. —Irene Yeh, Mequon, Wisconsin
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