You know how we always end up making the same dinner side dishes over and over? It’s time to switch things up a bit! I found some seriously underrated options that are easy to whip up and might just become your new go-to favorites. Trust me, these are perfect for bringing a little extra something to your next meal without a ton of fuss.
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes With Two Types Of Potatoes

Scalloped sweet potatoes feature thinly sliced sweet potatoes smothered in a rich, cream sauce, perfect for any special occasion.
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Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

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You’re going to love this healthy broccoli salad served with a yogurt dressing that’s sweetened with honey. An old fashioned salad you’ll love.
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Southern Style Baked Mac And Cheese With Pimentos

Pimento mac and cheese is an easy, baked pasta dish made with zesty pimentos in a creamy cheese sauce, topped with even more golden cheddar.
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Cheesy Corn Casserole With Cream Cheese And Ham

This ultra cheesy corn casserole with cream cheese and ham will be your new favorite side dish! Creamy, cheesy, and so much flavor!
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Mexican Cornbread Recipe With Creamed Corn

Try a Tex-Mex version of Southern cornbread made with creamed corn and green chilies. A super moist cornbread that you can prep in 10 minutes.
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Creamy Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad

With all the classic flavors of creamy ranch dressing, salty bacon, and cheddar cheese, this ranch pasta salad is a refreshing crowd pleaser.
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Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese

One bite and you’ll agree these are the BEST make ahead mashed potatoes. This creamy side dish can be reheated in the slow cooker.
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Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw With Buttermilk

Looking for a mouthwatering red cabbage coleslaw recipe? Try our quick and easy Southern dish that is perfect for busy cooks. Enjoy the creamy goodness!
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Crispy Hot Water Cornbread Recipe

This heavenly hot water cornbread recipe has the creamiest texture with a perfectly crisp exterior. An easy pantry staple favorite.
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Creamy Macaroni Salad With Cheese

A Southern-style macaroni salad made with a creamy mayo, sour cream and dijon mustard dressing. Mix with cheddar cheese to finish, and served chilled.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

This cheesy cauliflower casserole is fast and easy to make. With sharp white cheddar and smoked paprika, it’s ooey gooey cheesy goodness!
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Grilled Potato Wedges In Just 20 Minutes

This easy, 20-minute grilled potato wedges recipe makes light and pillowy potatoes that are crispy on the outside.
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Spicy Roasted Cauliflower With Browned Butter

Roasted Cauliflower is even better with some browned butter. Add a little spicy and some pumpkin seeds for a great side dish.
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Kentucky Spoon Bread

This Kentucky spoon bread recipe bakes up moist with a dense custardy texture creamy flavor, and the perfect golden, buttery color.
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Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

These easy baked beans with ground beef are a perfect side dish for cookouts. Smoky with a sticky sweet sauce, they’re a classic.
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Parsley Pesto Pasta Salad With Walnuts

This easy parsley pesto pasta salad with walnuts is a great summer salad and incredibly simple to make for any occasion.
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Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Honey

Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with honey and pecans are not only fun but just add cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper for an amazing side dish.
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Roasted Balsamic Asparagus And Mushrooms

Balsamic roasted asparagus and mushrooms is a great way to enjoy fresh produce. Roasting brings out so much flavor and it’s quick and EASY.
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Skillet Corn

Skillet Corn with just a bit of bacon and cream will steal the show at your gathering. This easy charred corn dish can be ready in 15 minutes.
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Noodle Kugel Recipe

Noodle kugel recipe is one of our family favorites. Slightly sweet from golden raisins and creamy with a vanilla yogurt custard.
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Southern Collard Greens Recipe

Southern Collard Greens Recipe has a hint of maple sweetness & a punch of vinegar sourness for delicious collards.
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We all get stuck in a routine with our side dishes, don’t we? It’s time to shake things up with these underrated options that are not only easy to make but might just become your new favorites for adding a little flair to your meals! Need some ideas for dinner recipes to go with these sides, check out Butter & Baggage.


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