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Appetizers, Salads & Side Dishes

The main course might take center stage, but it’s often those ephemeral appetizers, side dishes and salads that steal the spotlight and make for a truly memorable meal. Let our experienced food writers guide you as you explore all the tantalizing possibilities!

How To Bake a Potato

 
 
 
 
 
September 6, 2007
By Tara Tyler
Baking potatoes can be a bit difficult for inexperienced cooks. The timing is especially crucial, because you can go from crunchy to mushy in just minutes!

How To Grill Corn On the Cob

 
 
 
 
 
May 3, 2006
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By Annette Gallagher
Corn on the cob gets a wonderfully smoky, yet sweet flavor when grilled. It's easy to make and adds an elegant gourmet touch to barbecued dinners or picnics. There are three...

How To Cook The Best Baked Potato

 
 
 
 
 
September 12, 2007
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By Sylvie Leochko
Many people think that baked potatoes are all the same. Wrong! Most people will only eat the inside of the baked potato and discard the wrinkled skin. Once you follow this recipe,...

How To Make Mashed Potatoes

 
 
 
 
 
September 25, 2007
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By Susan Keeping
A dish of mashed potatoes is the ultimate in comfort food, bringing back memories of childhood and Sunday dinner with your family. Mashed potatoes go with most main dishes without...

How To Make Chicken Salad

 
 
 
 
 
December 23, 2005
By Danielle Chong
Ingredients: 2 slices chicken breast (cooked) 1 yellow onion (chopped) 3 celery stalks (diced) 3/4 cup Miracle Whip or mayonnaise Coarse black pepper Sea salt      

How To Saute Mushrooms

 
 
 
 
 
September 18, 2008
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By Marion Cornett
Sauteed mushrooms, particularly crimini and portabello, add a special touch to a meal as a side dish, a topping for omelets or baked potatoes, or as a sandwich condiment. And,...

How To Sauté Delicious Mushrooms

 
 
 
 
 
August 25, 2008
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By Sylvie Leochko
Sautéed mushrooms are as tasty as can be, so why not make them one of your favorite side dish? They go very well with fish, pork and steak. Trying them is adopting them! See for...

How To Boil Corn on the Cob

 
 
 
 
 
August 22, 2008
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By Sylvie Leochko
Having a large family gathering? You are not sure what to feed them that is fast and easy? Why not boil some corn on the cob? Not sure how to do it? Simply follow these helpful...

How To Make Fire Pit Corn on the Cob

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2008
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By Marion Cornett
There are numerous ways to fix corn on the cob and they are all a great way to enjoy farm and garden fresh corn; but by cooking over hot coals, treat your family to another new...

How To Make Chunky Guacamole

 
 
 
 
 
July 21, 2008
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By Marion Cornett
Chunky Guacamole is great as a snack or part of your meal, and can be made in mere minutes.
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