Side Dishes

Serve up the most delicious side dish with our never-ending recipe ideas.

Cheddar Mashed Cauliflower

"Want an alternative to mashed potatoes? Try cauliflower jazzed up with cheddar cheese and rosemary." —Chrystal Baker, Studio City, California


Maple and Bacon Glazed Brussels Sprouts

"For special meals, here’s a fantastic side dish that even children will love. The sweet maple syrup and smoky bacon...


Scalloped Cranberries

"This warm cranberry casserole is a nice substitute for traditional cranberry relish. It's been a staple on my holiday table...


Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

"My family and friends love the warm, inviting flavours of the luscious citrus butter, smooth cream cheese, sweet dates, fresh...


Citrus Rainbow Carrots

"I grow lots of carrots and I’m always experimenting with ways to serve them. The first time I made this...


Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

"This side always takes my guests by surprise because of the smoky, creamy flavour. No doubt you'll get major kudos...


Never-Fail Scalloped Potatoes

"Take the chill off any blustery day and make something special to accompany meaty entrees. This is the best scalloped...


Garlic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Sauce

"Don’t be afraid to bring out the roasted Brussels sprouts. Mellowed with mustard sauce, they may just delight even the...

Apple-Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

"Carrots seem so simple, but this recipe is something special. Sweet and buttery, this was a favourite my mother always...


Parmesan Fettuccine

“This is such a simple side dish and also makes a pretty presentation,” writes Sundra Hauck from Bogalusa, Louisiana. With...


Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

"This is the ultimate creamy mac and cheese recipe. It's saucy, thick and very rich, with wonderful cheddar flavour. Once...


Granny’s Apple Scalloped Potatoes

"This scalloped potatoes with apples dish is delicious with breaded baked pork chops, which you could cook at the same...


Cider Baked Squash

"I'm a freelance writer who sometimes needs a break from a long session of working on a story. That's when...


Slow-Cooked Potatoes with Spring Onions

"I love the simplicity of this recipe, as well as the ease of preparation with my slow cooker. And everyone...


Lemon Red Potatoes

"Butter, lemon juice, parsley and chives enhance this simple side dish. I usually prepare these potatoes when I'm having company....


Boston Baked Beans

"Simmered in molasses, these slow-cooker Boston baked beans are perfect to take to your next potluck. The sauce is sweet,...


Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

"My roommate and I used to make garlicky Brussels sprouts at least twice a week. Now I make them as...

Old-Fashioned Green Beans

"Mom would prepare homegrown green beans using this recipe and, boy, did they ever taste good! The bacon provides rich...


Roasted Radishes

Radishes aren't just for salads anymore. This abundant springtime veggie makes a colourful side to any meal.


Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower

"When we make a time-consuming entree, we also do a quick broccoli and cauliflower side. The veggies are a good...


Freezer Sweet Corn

"People ask me how to freeze corn on the cob because my frozen corn tastes as good as fresh! This...


Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

"My husband and I grill dinner almost every night, and I love grilling veggies for a side dish. I serve...


Grilled Cajun Green Beans

"This is a perfect way to use up your garden's green beans. The Cajun flavour makes it different from your...

Spicy Grilled Eggplant

"This grilled side goes well with pasta or meats also made on the grill. Thanks to the Cajun seasoning, it...


Roasted Carrots with Thyme

"These roasted carrots are so simple but always a hit. Cutting the carrots lengthwise makes this dish look extra pretty."...


Parmesan Baked Potatoes

"It always amazed me that this simple recipe could make potatoes taste so good. Mom liked to make them for...


Slow-Cooked Potatoes with Spring Onions

"I love the simplicity of this recipe, as well as the ease of preparation with my slow cooker. And everyone...


Oven-Roasted Asparagus

"Asparagus never tasted so good! Simply seasoned with butter and green onions, they taste fresh and keep their bright green...


Lemon-Roasted Asparagus

"When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavours in this easy recipe...