Side Dish Recipes

collage of 4 photos: upper left 3 har gow in a steamer basket; upper right kung pao chicken in a bowl with white rice; lower left sesame noodles; lower right scallion pancakes

Chinese New Year—35+ Best Recipes

Chinese New Year is my kind of holiday—parading dragons, fireworks, and food (lots of food!). The dragons and fireworks are meant to scare off evil spirits and auspicious foods portend … Read more

overhead shot of air fried brussels sprouts, halved, browned, and crisp, in a wooden bowl

Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Air fryer Brussels sprouts turn out perfectly tender in the center with crispy leaves around the outside. And they take just 15 minutes to cook! I love cooking brussels sprouts … Read more

low angle shot of a black platter with grilled sourdough bread, sauteed chard, and a black bowl holding whipped feta spread. A spoonful of whipped feta spread is held above the bowl

Whipped Feta Spread

Whipped Feta Spread is a new favorite appetizer. The tangy, salty, creamy dip with a punch of garlic and fresh dill is delicious scooped up with pita chips or raw … Read more

Watermelon and feta salad with cucumbers and kalamata olives in a white bowl

5-Ingredient Watermelon Feta Salad

5-Ingredient Watermelon Salad with Feta and Kalamata Olives is a refreshing summer side dish. It’s perfectly portion to serve 2 and takes just 5 minutes to make.

homemade corn tortillas on a purple plate

How to Make Corn Tortillas

Corn tortillas are easy to make at home and only require two simple ingredients. You can use your homemade corn tortillas for tacos, enchiladas, tostadas, taquitos, and more. Homemade corn … Read more

baked tortilla strips in a blue-and-white striped bowl

Baked Tortilla Chips

Baked tortilla chips are a healthy alternative to store-bought, high-fat chips. They’re also deliciously addictive and a great way to use up stale corn tortillas. My family goes nuts for … Read more

crispy brussels sprouts in a white serving bowl

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic

Crispy brussels sprouts drizzled with sweet balsamic vinegar are my way of starting the year off right. They are so delicious, you’ll hardly feel like you’re eating health food.