Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Carrots, Butternut Squash, and Pomegranates

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Carrots, Butternut Squash, and Pomegranates

I love Brussels sprouts roasted and this recipe is insanely delicious.  The sweet squash and carrots mixed with red onions topped with chili powder, pomegranate molasses, and fresh pomegranate seeds makes this a side dish you won’t forget. Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts stems removed 

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese

This cauliflower mac and cheese isn’t as light as other versions I have made, but it is certainly rich and delicious.  The mixture of pepper jack cheese, goat cheese, and a little buffalo sauce make it full of flavor. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 

Broiled Asparagus

Broiled Asparagus

This was easy to make for a simple weeknight side dish.  Ingredients: 1 bunch asparagus ends trimmed 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper Red wine vinegar Grated parmesan cheese Directions: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with olive oil 

Corn Muffins

Corn Muffins

Corn muffins are the perfect side with chili.  I tried to lighten these up a little and they were still delicious.  Note: This made 1 ½ pans of mini muffins so feel free to cut this recipe in half. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 

Halloween Fruit Salad

Halloween Fruit Salad

This spooky and bloody fruit salad equals as a dessert it is so delicious.  Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 20 ounce can lychees drained; liquid reserved 2 pints blueberries 1 pint black berries 1 pint raspberries 2 tablespoons lime juice ¼ cup seedless 

Roasted Eggplant Salad

Roasted Eggplant Salad

I love eggplant fresh from the garden.  You can use a large eggplant or several small eggplants to make this dish.  I used a dozen or so small eggplants from my mother in laws garden to make this salad.  You can eat this by the 

Roasted Rutabagas with Cranberry Sauce

Roasted Rutabagas with Cranberry Sauce

I love cranberries and recently fell in love with rutabagas as a healthier starchy vegetable. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients- 1 rutabaga peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes 1 shallot peeled and quartered or red onion sliced 2 sprigs fresh rosemary 12 ounces 

Garlic and Parmesan Rutabaga Fries

Garlic and Parmesan Rutabaga Fries

Garlic and parmesan flavors pop on these low carb fries.  Simply drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with garlic powder and grated parmesan cheese, and air fry for a delicious side dish. Ingredients: ½ rutabaga peeled and sliced into wedges 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive 

Garlic and Herb Sweet Potato Fries

Garlic and Herb Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite side dishes.  These grilled sweet potato wedges are enhanced with fresh herbs. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 1 sweet potato peeled 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves 1 teaspoon flat leaf 

Grilled Vegetables with Collard Green Pesto

Grilled Vegetables with Collard Green Pesto

You can use any vegetables you want in this dish to clean out your fridge or make the most of local produce. Enjoy finding creative ways to use the leftover pesto. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: Collard Green Pesto– ¼ teaspoon salt 4 cups