Tag: side dish

Paprika Seared Potato Wedges with Olive Tapenade & Date Sour Cream

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As a kid, I was never a fan of dates. Just a few years ago I decided to give them another try…I couldn’t believe how wrong I was! One bite into the sweet, rich fruit, and I was changed into the biggest date-lover out there. While I usually eat a couple of them after dinner as a sweet treat, I like to come up with different ways to incorporate them into my cooking as well. This dish takes potatoes to a whole new level, and it uses dates to do so.

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Kale Slaw with Cranberry Vinaigrette & Fried Goat Cheese

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When I first started making cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving, I became addicted to it. It’s such a simple process (I basically just make a cranberry jam), and it tastes good on everything around the holidays. It’s sweet but tart and has the deliciously deep taste of cranberry. So I’m always trying to incorporate it into other dishes instead of just eating it as a turkey condiment. And since I like to sweeten a lot of my vinaigrettes with honey, I thought why not use a little cranberry sauce instead.

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Roasted Carrots & Parsnips with Sweet Apple Glaze and Whipped Goat Cheese

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I love roasting vegetables. There’s something about the slight caramelization combined with the perfect amount of seasoning that is irresistible. Another plus: it’s really easy. When I’m cooking for myself on a busy weekday, there’s nothing easier than prepping whatever vegetables are in my fridge and throwing them in the oven. Set a timer and in 20-30 minutes dinner is served (well, part of it at least). I roast a lot of vegetables for the holidays as well. “No muss-no fuss” is the way to go when you’re cooking for a large group of people.

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Simple Corn Salad

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Welcome to The Original Dish! I am thrilled to begin writing my blog in the summertime. When it comes to food, summer screams fresh flavor and bright colors. This simple corn salad packs both of these components into a fun, vibrant dish that is the perfect addition to any backyard barbecue or picnic lunch.

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