When planning the menu for your Labor Day picnic or backyard barbecue, one of the toughest choices is deciding on which side dishes to prepare. Whether you’re grilling up hot dogs and burgers, smoking a pork shoulder, or serving up barbecue ribs, selecting the perfect side dishes often requires the most thought and preparation. I …
Side Dishes
I absolutely love making Corn on the Cob in my Air Fryer! It is an easy way to get all the flavors of roasted or grilled sweet corn without the need for constant attention and standing over constant heat during the cooking process. And in the middle of summer, when you start sweating as soon …
One of my favorite crock pot side dishes to make for a backyard cookout is Corn on the Cob. A slow cooker piled with tender, yet slightly crispy pieces of sweet corn. Toss the corn with a little butter and salt and it is ready to eat whenever you are. This means no standing in …
If you love the taste of Pasta Salad and you also enjoy eating a classic BLT sandwich, then you are going to absolutely fall head over heels for this BLT Pasta Salad recipe! It combines all the flavors of the two summertime staples into one delicious dish. It is the perfect side dish to make …
One of my favorite things about summer is making recipes from fresh picked sweet corn, including this Southern Skillet Corn Recipe. It is a fantastic side dish to share with family and friends at backyard barbecues and picnics. Not only does it make for a beautiful presentation with various colors scattered throughout. The flavors and …
When it comes to making a simple and refreshing summertime salad, it doesn’t get much easier or more delicious than this Creamy Cucumber and Onion Salad. Sliced cucumbers and onions tossed in a slightly tangy dressing that is full of flavor. Add in a little cayenne pepper for a dish that has just a touch …
Get ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these fantastic, easy to make recipes! My favorite Mexican inspired recipes gathered all in one place. From delicious appetizers to our famous Instant Pot Enchilada Casserole, below you will find over 30 recipes to make celebrating the 5th of May even better and easier. Don’t have time …
Now that the weather is turning warmer and Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, I thought I would share my favorite Mexican Street Corn recipe. Grilled sweet corn slathered in a delicious cream sauce that is flavored with cheese, garlic, lime and cilantro. Sprinkle a little chipotle chili powder on top and you …
Whether you’re a seasoned home cook, a first-timer hosting Easter dinner, or simply need a crowd pleasing recipe to take to the in-laws this holiday, I am sure you will find you a recipe or two from the list below that will please your family. I have included my favorite, mouthwatering main dishes and side …
During the winter months, this Crock Pot Pot Roast and Vegetables recipe is a family favorite. Melt-in-your-mouth beef roast coated in a rich gravy along with perfectly cooked, tender vegetables. It is a go to comfort food meal for many of us, especially on a cold and blustery winter day. Not only is it delicious, …