A side dish is essentially any food served as an accompaniment to the main course. The type of side dish can vary widely, ranging from simple steamed vegetables to incredible casseroles. As well as diversifying the flavors of a meal, side dishes can also soak up sauces and gravies.
Collard greens are a southern classic that has been around for many years. They are a nutritious and tasty side dish to complement any meal. This recipe is a traditional one and is sure to please both the taste buds and the soul. This easy-to-prepare dish has a short ingredient list, consisting mainly of smoked … Read more
Cast Iron Skillet Cornbread is a southern classic. This buttermilk skillet cornbread is a quick and easy recipe to make and it tastes delicious. I love this recipe because it is so simple to prepare and can be served with any dish. It is a southern classic that everyone should try at least once. Claudia … Read more
If you’ve never tried strawberry pretzel salad, you’re in for a delicious surprise! This tasty southern side dish does not contain lettuce or mayonnaise. Instead, it features fresh strawberries, cooled strawberry jello, a cream cheese layer, and whipped topping, on a pretzel layer! This strawberry pretzel salad recipe is typically served alongside your entree but … Read more
This sweet potato casserole recipe without marshmallows is great with any meal, but especially delicious when served with slices of moist roasted turkey, turkey gravy, and, of course, my favorite strawberry pretzel salad recipe! You will be hard-pressed to find a dinner table without sweet potato casserole during the holiday season in most southern states! … Read more
The perfect southern side dish, these Sweet Potato Biscuits are soft and slightly sweet. You can serve these for breakfast, dinner, or as a holiday centerpiece. These biscuits go well with any meal. One of my favorite meals to enjoy these biscuits with is breakfast, consisting of fried eggs, bacon slices, and sliced tomatoes! I … Read more
This Jalapeno Hushpuppies recipe is so delicious and easy to make, you’ll want to make them again and again. They’re a fried southern dish based on cornbread, and they’re perfect as a side dish or appetizer. They can even be served as a meal on their own! These hushpuppies are full of flavor and spice, … Read more
The classic shrimp salad recipe is a North Carolina favorite that is the perfect appetizer or meal. Quick and easy to make, it mixes the sweetness of shrimp with buttery mayonnaise and crunchy celery to create a tasty treat. This healthy cold shrimp dish with parsley, red onion, and celery tossed with a bit of … Read more
She-crab soup is a popular dish in the South, especially in South and North Carolina. It’s made with blue crab meat and a tomato-based broth, and it’s traditionally served with oyster crackers on top. The soup gets its name from the crabs that are used to make it: specifically, female blue crabs (which are also … Read more
Mahi Mahi Bites are a delicacy that has become popular in recent years. It’s a small piece of fried fish, often served with tartar sauce, spicy mayo, or cocktail sauce. It’s fast and easy to make—just coat the fish in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then fry it! It can also be baked or grilled instead … Read more
