Delicious Side Dishes
Side dishes are an important part of any meal and they can take an entree from good to great. In this blog post, we will take a look at five complicated but delicious side dishes and discuss the ingredients and preparation for each one.
Grilled Asparagus
Grilled asparagus is one of those simple, elegant side dishes that is perfect for a summer barbecue. To make it, you will need asparagus, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt. First, wash and trim the asparagus and toss it with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and salt. Then, grill the asparagus over medium heat until it is tender and slightly charred. The smoky, tender asparagus and bright, citrusy flavors is exceptional.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Brussels sprouts are a hearty, flavorful side dish for any winter meal. To make them, you will need Brussels sprouts, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and salt. First, wash and trim the Brussels sprouts and toss them with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and salt. Then, roast the Brussels sprouts in the oven until they are tender and slightly caramelized. The tender, nutty Brussels sprouts and tangy, garlicky flavors is worth the effort.
Creamed Spinach
Creamed spinach is a rich, indulgent side dish for any special occasion. To make it, you will need spinach, butter, onion, garlic, flour, milk and heavy cream. First, sauté the onion and garlic in butter and add the flour to make a roux. Next, add the milk and heavy cream and simmer the sauce until it is thick and creamy. Finally, stir in the spinach and cook it until it is wilted and tender. The creamy, tender spinach and rich, velvety sauce is divine.
Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped potatoes are a classic side dish for a holiday meal. To make them, you will need potatoes, butter, onion, garlic, flour, milk and heavy cream. First, slice the potatoes and onion and sauté them in butter with garlic. Next, add the flour to make a roux and then add the milk and heavy cream. Finally, bake the potatoes in the oven until they are tender and golden brown on top. The creamy, tender potatoes and rich, cheesy sauce is truly delicious.
Stuffed Bell Peppers
Stuffed bell peppers are a colorful, flavorful side dish. To make them, you will need bell peppers, rice, vegetables, tomato sauce and cheese. First, cook the rice and vegetables and stir in the tomato sauce. Then, cut the tops off of the bell peppers and scoop out the seeds and ribs. Fill the bell peppers with the rice and vegetable mixture and top them with cheese. Finally, bake the bell peppers in the oven until they are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly. The tender, flavorful bell peppers and savory filling makes for a total crowd-pleaser.
These are just a few side dishes that require extensive preparation but have high pay off. If you’ve got a little extra time and energy on your hands, you might consider one of these dishes as part of your meal plan.
