Side Dish Recipes

Speedy Roasted Broccoli

Roasted broccoli in 10 minutes? It’s possible AND delicious. With their crispy, golden edges, these tender spears may just cement a spot on the weekly rotation!   When it comes to roasting vegetables, a certain time commitment is typically required to achieve those signature caramelized edges and concentrated flavor. When it comes to broccoli, however, we can…

Super Bowl Nachos

Super Bowl Nachos are the gold standard of nachos and include two types of chips for maximum crunch. Loaded with flavorful toppings, these nachos are game day perfection and hearty enough to be an occasional meal. The meat mixture makes great tacos and taco salads too!   Nachos have always held a special place in my younger son…

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo and Manchego

Chorizo sausage and Manchego cheese give roasted Brussels sprouts a Spanish-style upgrade for a crowd-pleasing tapas or hearty side dish. The loaded sprouts are hearty enough that sometimes I even serve them as a main dish with a salad or side of rice.           I first enjoyed a dish that was similar…

Best Recipes of 2023

Ann Fulton knows how to deliver an impeccable recipe, and she did not disappoint in 2023. Here are the top 10 NEW recipes from Fountain Avenue Kitchen this year that our families have been making again…and again and again! The Eye of the Beholder As a dietitian and family meal planner, people often come to…

Roasted Carrots with Za’atar

A singular spice rub, a sprinkle of feta, and a quick stint in a hot oven will reinvent cooked carrots and add delicious variety to your usual veggie routine.   The secret to perfectly roasted vegetables rests in the details: a high enough oven temperature (to achieve caramelization before the veggies become overcooked), not crowding…

Crispy Latkes

There’s no draining or soaking in this recipe for the crispiest latkes this Hanukkah season, which come together quickly and easily, and are enjoyed by all members of the family. Serve with Ann’s homemade applesauce, creamy horseradish dill sauce, or simply sprinkled salt!   I grew up in Pennsylvania (for those who are local –…

Spanish Tortilla

Make this traditional Spanish dish in your own kitchen with a few basic ingredients and enjoy it as a light meal, a satisfying snack, or a filling addition to a Spanish-themed charcuterie board.   In Spain it’s called a tortilla Española, sometimes a tortilla de patata. The name translates to Spanish tortilla or potato omelet,…

Pumpkin Cornbread

Classic cornbread gets a seasonal twist in this lightly sweet, spiced bread that’s delightful alongside soups, stews, poultry, and pork. Or top the warm bread with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey and enjoy with a morning cup of coffee or tea!   When I hit upon a solid recipe, one that my…

Corn Spoon Bread

Corn Spoon Bread is best described as a delicious merger of baked corn and cornbread, and the quick-to-prepare side dish can be made ahead and reheats and freezes well. Enjoy in place of starches like potatoes and rice on your dinner plate, or use it to bolster a simple meal of soup or salad.  …

Harvest Brussels Sprouts

Shredded Brussels sprouts are quickly seared then topped with crisp bacon, tangy cranberries, and crunchy nuts for a super satisfying side dish that complements poultry, salmon, beef, and pork.   Growing up, Brussels sprouts were not a welcome guest on my dinner plate. Every fall, my parents would comment as to how the sprouts from…

Air Fryer Chili Cheese Toast

A simple, prep-ahead spread makes this golden, crunchy, cheesy toast a big win any time of day. Perfectly satisfying on its own or to bolster a light meal of soup or salad.   Crunchy, gooey, buttery, salty, and a little spicy. This remarkably easy recipe quickly toasts to golden-brown perfection and is versatile enough to…

Air Fryer Polenta Fries (with oven option)

A tube of prepared polenta and simple seasonings are the key to these irresistible bites. Serve the quick and easy recipe as an appetizer or side dish and watch them disappear!    Tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, these golden bites are as irresistible as they are versatile.  Based off my Polenta…

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