Tender-crisp green beans and mashed potatoes are perfect fuss-free sides. Tip:?You can substitute any dry white wine you have on-hand for the Marsala in this recipe.
Wild rice lends an extra Canadian touch to your holiday meal. It takes longer to cook than the average grain (partially because it's a type of grass), but it's a hands-off side dish that doesn't require constant attention.
This all-in-one meal is a roast version of classic beef and barley soup. The barley thickens the cooking liquid to make a delicious gravy.
If you have time, chill the meatballs in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before frying: they'll hold their shape a little better.
This chowder is inspired by pot pie, but instead of baking the pastry-topped casserole, the pastry and filling are made separately and assembled at the last minute. If you're in a rush, you can serve the chowder with crusty rolls instead.
This dish is made with ingredients most people keep on hand in the refrigerator and pantry. Evaporated milk gives the sauce a creamy consistency without all the added fat of whipping cream.
A little turmeric gives this spiced pomegranate rice its pretty yellow hue that will brighten up any plate. Pomegranate adds freshness and helps turn this side dish into any meal's main event.
Kids love soup and reciting the alphabet – and we love this lower-sodium version of the canned stuff that we enjoyed in our youth. This is a meal that encourages playing with food by spelling out words and gobbling them up. If alphabet pasta is unavailable, use tubetti, ditali or mini shells. Have the kids help wash and peel the vegetables, so they know exactly what's going into their soup.
