Holidays on the Southern Side

Our Favorite Side Dishes

Side dishes are many people's favorite part of a holiday meal (along with the company of friends and family), and there's something extra special about 'em when they're served up Southern-style.

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Holidays on the Southern Side

Giblet Gravy

So long as you've got the bird in hand, you may as well put the giblets to work. They add wonderfully rich depth to plain ol' pan drippings -- just start working out your whisking muscles NOW.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Creamed Onions

Elegant little pearl onions look so luxurious lounging in a sea of cream sauce, and taste simply luscious to boot.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Candied Sweet Potatoes

It's only once a year, so go ahead and indulge in these ooey-gooey marshmallow-topped sweet potatoes. Consider it a prelude to dessert.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Green Bean Casserole

Fresh summer green beans are grand, but in the chilly months, canned beans can stand a little dressing up with a touch of creaminess and the savory crunch of fried onions.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Corn Pudding

Sweet, fluffy corn pudding is stunningly simple to make, and simply delicious. Make a double batch, 'cause it's guaranteed to go quickly.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Cornbread Dressing

Stovetop dressing is dandy and all, but slip sweet, crumbly cornbread into the mix, and no doubt you'll find this from-scratch dish deserves a place at every one of your holiday meals.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Sausage Dressing

Sweet or spicy sausage can add a great herbal kick to your stuffing and dressing. Experiment with various brands and heat levels to find the one that'll be most at home on your holiday table.
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Holidays on the Southern Side

Congealed Salads

Call these salads "congealed", Jell-O, gelatin, or whatever else you'd like. Just make sure you call everyone to the table to admire your molded masterpiece before you dig in.
Get the Bing Cherry Salad Recipe

Holidays on the Southern Side

Cranberry Sauce

As long as there are holidays to be had, the debate will rage on: fresh or canned cranberries. Our sweet, no-stress recipes will muffle the debate for a little while -- or at least while everyone's mouth is full.
Browse Our Cranberry Sauce Recipes