Easy Sides and Appetizers

These Easy Sides and Appetizers include a variety of dishes, many with bright fresh vegetables. They are colorful, easy to make, and complement an array of meals.

Some are inspired by our travels such as these Quick Fried Eggplant Chips from Sonoma, or these Spanish Peppers from Barcelona.

Green Bean Casserole Without Cream of Mushroom Soup

Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest

Pretzel Slider Buns

Cast Iron Focaccia with Rosemary and Sea Salt

Buttermilk Biscuits Without Shortening

Chipotle Lime Sauce

Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Crispy Sheet Pan Focaccia with Rosemary

Fried Eggplant Chips with Rosemary and Honey

Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

Basil Pesto: Pine Nuts vs. Walnuts vs. Without Nuts

Homemade Pita Bread: Oven vs. Stovetop

Miso Butter Noodles

Pumpkin Shaped Gnocchi

Irish Soda Bread and Notes on St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Pimientos de Padrón: Spanish Peppers