Cindys Cranberries

 A perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas. The cranberries do not burst when prepared according to the instructions and look like rubies in the serving dish.

Classic Stuffed Green Peppers

Tender green bell peppers filled with a hearty, savory mixture and baked until the peppers are soft and the filling is hot and flavorful. This old-fashioned comfort-food favorite makes a satisfying family dinner and works equally well with ground beef, turkey, chicken or a plant-based alternative.

Mom's Smokey Baked Beans

A simple baked bean recipe with brown sugar, bacon, dry mustard, ketchup, and a touch of liquid smoke for a sweet and smoky flavor.

Mom's Red Beans and Rice

A hearty pot of slow-simmered red beans flavored with ham, vegetables, garlic, cumin, Worcestershire and a touch of heat. The ham is added back to the thickened beans along with fresh lemon juice and served over hot white rice.

Crispy Stacked Potatoes with Herbs

Thinly sliced russet potatoes arranged upright in a cast-iron skillet, seasoned with fresh herbs and clarified butter, then roasted until tender inside with beautifully browned, crisp edges.

Zucchini Gratin

A simple family recipe of grated zucchini sautéed with green onions, garlic and butter, then topped with Monterey Jack cheese and baked until hot, bubbly and lightly browned.

Mom's Scalloped Potatoes

Thinly sliced potatoes baked slowly in a rich custard of cream and eggs, lightly seasoned with garlic and nutmeg. The long, gentle baking produces exceptionally tender potatoes before a final increase in temperature finishes the top.

Thomas Keller Zucchini-Basil Pistou (Food and Wine)

A fresh, vibrant zucchini pistou made with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, basil and lemon. Briefly cooking the zucchini and basil preserves their fresh flavor and color, while pulsing rather than fully puréeing gives the sauce a rustic texture.

Twice Baked Potatoes with Bacon and Eggs

Crispy potato shells filled with creamy cheddar mashed potatoes, bacon, scallions and parsley, then topped with an egg and baked until the white is set. A hearty breakfast or brunch dish with everything in one potato.

French-Style Potatoes (Cookery for Entertaining)

These classic oven-roasted potatoes are briefly parboiled, then roasted at high heat in butter and oil until beautifully golden and crisp on the outside while remaining tender inside. The potatoes can be prepared through the parboiling step ahead of time, making them especially convenient for entertaining.

Pommes Anna

A classic French potato dish made by layering paper-thin slices of russet potatoes with clarified butter, salt and pepper, then baking until beautifully golden and crisp. Once inverted onto a serving platter, the overlapping potatoes create an impressive presentation with a crisp exterior and tender, buttery center.

Mexican Rice

A simple, flavorful Mexican-style rice made by toasting the rice with onion and garlic before simmering it in chicken broth, tomato sauce and cumin. Using El Pato tomato sauce adds a little extra chile flavor and makes this especially good alongside tacos, enchiladas or chile rellenos.

Cilantro Lime Rice (Rice Cooker)

A bright and flavorful rice made with fresh lime, garlic, and cilantro. Cooking the rice in vegetable broth adds extra flavor, while the fresh cilantro-lime mixture folded in after cooking keeps the rice fresh and vibrant. It’s an excellent side for tacos, enchiladas, grilled chicken, or other Mexican-inspired dishes.

Sauteed Dutch Yellow Peewee Potatoes (From Package)

Tender Dutch Yellow Peewee potatoes are browned in olive oil and butter with onion, chile powder and cumin, then finished with sweet red bell pepper. This simple skillet side dish is crisp and golden on the outside and creamy inside, with a mild Southwestern flavor.

Pommes Anna(2)

A classic French potato dish made by layering thinly sliced potatoes with clarified butter, salt and pepper, then baking them under pressure until they form a compact cake with a deeply browned, crisp exterior and tender, buttery layers inside. A heavy cast-iron skillet is an excellent choice because even heat is essential to developing the crust.

Spicy Stir-Fried Green Beans and Scallions

Crisp-tender green beans and scallions are quickly charred in a very hot skillet, then tossed with garlic and a savory, slightly sweet and spicy soy-vinegar sauce. Serve as a side dish, or make a double portion and serve with rice for an easy entrée.

Party Potatoes

Rich and creamy make-ahead mashed potatoes blended with cream cheese and sour cream, then topped with butter and paprika and baked until hot. This classic family-style side dish is especially convenient for holiday dinners and entertaining.

Carrot Casserole

Tender carrots are cooked in chicken broth, mashed until smooth and combined with green onions, dry mustard, mayonnaise and cheddar cheese. A buttery fresh-bread-crumb topping gives this comforting casserole a crisp golden finish.