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Whether it be a hearty mash potatoes, crisp roasted broccoli or the sweetness of baked apples, side dishes are the silent investor in any good meal!

April 25, 2021

Fruit Freeze Ups

by Julie - The Recipe Life

A tray of individual serving size fruit freeze ups show from above.

Frozen strawberries, orange juice concentrate, crushed pineapple, and bananas all mixed together and frozen into individual serving size dixie cups for the perfect snack that’s ready anytime! Fruit freeze ups is a cool treat that’s family-friendly and kid-approved!

Filed Under: Desserts, Food & Recipes, Side Dish, Snack Tagged With: kid-friendly, side dishes, snack

April 22, 2021

Crockpot Party Potatoes

by Julie - The Recipe Life

A single serving of creamy party potatoes made with sour cream, cream of celery soup, cheddar cheese and hash browns plated.

The ooey-gooey goodness of sour cream, cream of celery soup, cheddar cheese and hash browns melted together by hours of slow cooking makes these crockpot party potatoes a win at your next gathering!

Filed Under: Crock Pot, Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Side Dish Tagged With: crockpot, potato, slow cooker

April 19, 2021

Egg and Bacon Spinach Salad

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Finished spinach salad. Spinach, egg, bacon bits, and croutons covered in a sweet and tangy homemade vinaigrette on a plate.

Simplicity is the name of the game with this egg and bacon spinach salad. It combines the lightness of hard-boiled eggs and the richness of bacon bits styled over a bed of spinach. Add a sprinkle of croutons for crunch and drizzle on a tangy celery seed vinaigrette to finish off this sweet and savory salad.

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Pork, Side Dish Tagged With: salad

April 19, 2021

Easy Crepes

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Close up of crepes folded drizzled in syrup and sprinkled with powdered sugar and blueberries ready to be served.

Light, airy, and with a touch of sweetness, these crepes are not only easy but delicious too. Plus, since you prep your batter and berries the night before, you can be ready to make warm crepes at any moment!

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Side Dish Tagged With: breakfast, easy main

April 14, 2021

Creamy Homemade Mashed Potatoes

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Close up of loaded mashed potatoes that has cream cheese and butter in them and topped with cheddar cheese and green onions.

Thick and creamy homemade mashed potatoes that are made with sour cream and cream cheese make the perfect side dish. Make them loaded by topping them with bacon bits, green onions, and cheese and you will be asking for seconds too.

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Side Dish Tagged With: potato, side dishes

April 13, 2021

Five Cheese Ziti Pasta

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Five Cheese Ziti plated garnished with parsley and shredded parmesan cheese.

If you are craving a creamy cheese-covered pasta, this five cheese ziti recipe is for you! As a copycat recipe of Olive Garden’s five cheese ziti is so flavorful that you will be soon adding it to your weeknight rotation.

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Seasonal Favorites, Side Dish Tagged With: easy meal, main dishes, pasta, side dishes

April 1, 2021

Spinach Tortellini Soup

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Overhead view of spinach tortellini soup in a white bowl.

A savory tomato-based soup filled with spinach and tender cheese tortellini makes a perfect main or side dish. This spinach tortellini soup recipe takes frozen spinach and frozen cheese tortellini and turns them into a delightful soup full of flavors and textures.

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Side Dish Tagged With: soup

April 1, 2021

Sausage and Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Three done sausage and cream cheese stuffed mushrooms overview.

This stuffed mushrooms recipe is ground sausage, cream cheese, and onion all stuffed and baked into fresh mushroom caps. The result is a warm savory side with little effort. Tender baby Bella mushroom caps filled with creamy sausage stuffing make an excellent appetizer for all occasions! How to make Stuffed Mushrooms First, clean and prepare…

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Filed Under: Appetizer, Food & Recipes, Pork, Side Dish, Snack Tagged With: appetizer, sausage, side dishes

March 31, 2021

Crockpot Mac and Cheese

by Julie - The Recipe Life

Crockpot mac and cheese with hotdogs in a bowl overview

The savory goodness of macaroni noodles slow-cooked in butter, milk, and Velveeta cheese is just the beginning of what this crockpot mac and cheese can do. Crowd-pleasing and effortless, this recipe lets you dump and go for an easy main or side dish that entices all palates! Quick and Easy Homemade Mac and Cheese This…

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Filed Under: Crock Pot, Food & Recipes, Main Dish, Side Dish Tagged With: crockpot, main dishes, side dishes, slow cooker

March 26, 2021

Bowtie Pasta Salad

by Julie - The Recipe Life

A bowl of broccoli florets, bacon bits, and shredded cheddar cheese mix in with tender bow tie pasta all coated in sweet homemade dressing.

Tender bowtie pasta, crisp broccoli florets, bacon bits, and shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese all mixed and coated in a sweet homemade dressing make this bow tie pasta salad recipe a true crowd pleaser!

Filed Under: Food & Recipes, Side Dish, Snack Tagged With: salad, side dishes

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