Sides Archives

Southern Fried Corn

Originally published May 24, 2011 - Updated Jul 23, 2019. Note: Every now and then, I like to jump back to old posts and update the photos a bit.

Southern Fried Cabbage

Fried Cabbage is one of those things that we've been making for years, but also one of those things that I never thought to put on the blog! I just love

Old School Squash and Onions

Depending on just how industrious we feel in the spring, our little garden behind the house can vary for 3 or 4 different varieties of fruits and vegetables to

Kitchen Sink Pasta Salad

Summer is here! That means the heat is back and so is the search for those quick and easy sides to go with your summer grilling menu! We love fresh sides

Aunt Mary’s Pepper Sauce Coleslaw

You know, I just never know when and where inspiration for my next recipe is going to strike. Often times, as with this one, they come from family or friends.

Cheesy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Creole Cornbread Dressing

In the South, it's just not Thanksgiving without cornbread dressing on the table. And while many would say it ranks right up there with the turkey in

Pineapple Cheese Casserole

If you ask my wife, no family gathering is complete without the Pineapple Cheese Casserole. It's her absolute favorite. My mom has been making

Okra and Green Tomato Fritters

here Anytime I create something, I'm constantly thinking about ways to change it, tweak it, make it better. I think it's just the nature of a creative

Bacon and Pea Summer Salad

This post is sponsored by my friends at Libby’s. I received product and compensation, but all opinions are my own. Nothing says summer like an outdoor

Tomato Cracker Salad

If there was ever a dish that defined summer, this Tomato Cracker Salad would be it for me. I told my friends over at Southern Living a little bit about

Roasted Broccoli

Y'all. I did it. I actually did it. I got my kid to eat broccoli. And it only took 9 years. And he loved it. My trick? Roasting it. Now I've

Garlic Soy Cucumber Salad

Contrary to popular belief, my diet is not made up solely of fried chicken and banana pudding (but wouldn't that be great!?!?). Nope. Actually, I love about

Taco Pasta Salad

Taco Pasta Salad. Call it strange. Call it familiar. Just call it delicious. It's a GREAT summer salad that's actually pretty perfect any time of the year.

Unbundled Green Beans

My general philosophy with food is that it should be simple, affordable, and easy to prepare. Sure, there's something cathartic bout spending an afternoon

Classic Southern Deviled Eggs

I just love deviled eggs, but for whatever reason, I don't make them very often. But when Easter rolls around, it's always the perfect way to use up those

Southern Slow Cooker Black-Eyed Peas

Black-Eyed Peas on New Year's Day: Down here, we've got some superstitious folks. And with the arrival of the new year, many of those superstitions are

Southern Collard Greens

southern collard greens with ham...mmm! This is a post I wrote more than 6 years ago. I've updated the photos and tweaked the recipe just a smidge. Hope

Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

This post is sponsored by my great friends at Borden® Cheese, but the thoughts and opinions here are all my own - just as always. Hash Brown Casserole

Southern Butter Beans with Bacon

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of College Inn®. The opinions and text are all mine. Here's one of my favorite vegetables...

Ultimate Green Bean Casserole

There's a lot that can be said about the humble Green Bean Casserole. LOTS. And I've seen some pretty serious arguments about what can and can't be in the

Southern Slow Cooker Green Beans

Growing up, I only knew green beans as the super tender Southern style recipe with bacon and onions. So the first time I had green beans prepared lightly

Southern Cornbread Dressing – A Family Favorite!

So, last week I posted a question on Facebook to ask what your must-have Thanksgiving sides were. I mentioned that mine was Cornbread Dressing. Several