Side Dishes
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Apricot Salad
Lets face it salads can be boring. Sometimes I am just not in the mood for salad to be the only thing I can order to eat at a restaurant. But on the other hand I love a good salad bar. I love when I am in control of my own salad destiny. Sometimes I crave fresh greens. Today was one of those days so I whipped together this beauty. This Apricot Salad is simple and refreshing. The brightness of the citrus dressing shines through. Walnuts and hemp seed add a nutty flavor and add texture that pairs well with the dried apricot in the salad. If you like this…
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Vegan Potato and Collard Greens Casserole
Last updated and expanded May 20, 2026. The secret to any incredible casserole is the sauce, and the velvety base of this Vegan Potato and Collard Greens Casserole completely steals the show. Made from a blended mix of cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of Dijon mustard and cayenne pepper, it delivers a satisfyingly cheesy kick without a single drop of dairy. Poured over tender red potatoes and sautéed collard greens, it creates a rich, comforting meal. Why Potato and Collard Greens? We had some extra collard greens we needed to eat up so we used them in this vegan potato and collard greens casserole rather than let fresh greens…
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Quinoa Brussel Sprout Casserole
Saturday morning we went downtown to the Pepper Place farmers market. We were excited to see all the fall veggies starting to come in. We bought a pretty wide variety of things including the brussel sprouts we used in this casserole. Heron Hollow Farm had some young collar greens. Those should be fun to use because they don’t need to cooked as much. We also bought some radishes and shallots from him. There was also a stand selling shiitake mushrooms and we couldn’t pass those up. Will try to post a recipe using the mushrooms later this week. To make the Quinoa Brussel Sprout Casserole you need: 1 cup quinoa…
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Southern Sunday Dinner Ideas: 25+ Classic Vegetarian Comfort Food Favorites
Last updated and expanded on May 14, 2026. This guide brings together the very best vegetarian Southern Sunday dinner ideas and recipes, along with menu ideas, hosting tips, and traditional favorites to help you build the perfect table. Sunday Dinner is a big deal in the South. It’s not just a meal; it’s a ritual. A slow, comforting pause at the end of the week where the table fills up with family, stories, and dishes passed down for generations. Think warm casseroles, fresh garden vegetables, buttery breads, and heavenly desserts. I have very fond memories of growing up and gathering around the table with my family. We often had big Sunday…
