60 Side Dishes So Good They'll Upstage Your Baked Ham

This method upgrades Brussels sprouts while still allowing them to be the star of the show. It also helps the Brussels sprouts retain their moisture in the oven—even the staunchest Brussels sprout skeptics will be asking for seconds.

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In this French onion cabbage gratin, crisp browned cabbage wedges are smothered in a rich Gruyère sauce packed with jammy caramelized onions and topped with buttery breadcrumbs for a side that’s so irresistible, you might be tempted to make it the main event.

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To give a new spin on the superior comfort food, we decided to give it a kick that makes you say, “Maybe I can go for seconds—or thirds!” From the kick of the pimento peppers and tabasco to the bacon crumble in the sauce and the breadcrumbs, this jacked-up variation keeps every bite interesting.

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Wanna put a little spring in your snack? Make carrot hummus. Roasted carrots are whipped with harissa, tahini, and chickpeas for a creamy orangey dip that celebrates everyone’s favorite spring veggie.

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Mashed potatoes might be the go-to holiday side dish, but if you really want to impress your guests, you’ve got to make these potatoes au gratin. Infused with garlic and thyme and layered with Gruyère and Parmesan, a bubbling dish of these rich and creamy potatoes will truly stop the show.

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Tossed in ranch powder seasoning and Parmesan and roasted until crispy on the outside but still a little soft and chewy in the center, these Parmesan ranch smashed carrots will be the first appetizer gone at any party you take them to.

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When we want to incorporate this veggie into our holiday dinners, we turn to this fresh, seasonal salad. With toasted almonds, shaved Parmesan, and pomegranate seeds, this is the holiday side that will convert even the biggest Brussels sprout haters.

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Here at Delish, our best-ever mac & cheese is perfect for any occasion, from family weeknight dinners to holiday spreads. In our book, the perfect macaroni and cheese recipe has to nail three things: be extra creamy, plenty cheesy, and paired with a golden, crunchy topping.

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These French onion smashed potatoes are calling your name. Crispy smashed baby Yukons are topped with caramelized onions and gooey Gruyère for a snackable bite-sized spin on the beloved classic soup.

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In my opinion, pimento cheese is infinitely better when it’s served warm, and a small pepper becomes the perfect vessel for it in this recipe. These are a really good vegetarian alternative to a jalapeño popper, so everyone can enjoy them.

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Broccoli at dinner? Don’t throw those stems away. Rolled in a spiced Parmesan panko and air fried to crispy perfection, these broccoli stem fries are a delicious way to transform your kitchen scraps.

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In this potatoes au gratin upgrade, thin-skinned red potatoes get sliced, layered in parchment, smothered in a creamy, cheesy, garlicky sauce, then baked until steaming and tender.
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Quick: Name one thing better than creamy, buttery, steamy, perfect mashed potatoes! See? You can't! So put down the instant potatoes, grab your favorite spuds, a large pot, a masher, and let's get ready for comfort in a bowl.

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Coated in a savory maple-miso sauce, these melting sweet potatoes are here to challenge everything we think a sweet potato can be—and win us over with their deliciousness.

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Adding peanut butter to your cornbread might not be something you’ve considered before, but I highly encourage you to try it. The peanut butter is subtle, but makes the nuttiness of the cornmeal stand out, and really amplifies the overall flavor without being overpowering.

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We're not crying, you’re crying. Sure, our eyes might be stinging from peeling and slicing this many onions, but we're also claiming these tears as happy tears, because a simple, versatile dish with this much cheese can only be happy, right? Right.

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If you're craving something that’s equal parts spicy, cheesy, and downright delicious, these buffalo chicken biscuit bombs are about to become your new favorite side. Tender, shredded chicken is tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, wrapped in buttery biscuit dough, and baked to golden perfection.

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This cauliflower mash recipe is the perfect low-carb substitute to mashed potatoes. The secret to making steamed cauliflower smooth and creamy? Cream cheese!

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There is nothing better than a soft, homemade dinner roll. These rolls use sweet potatoes to make them even softer and fluffier, similar to our classic potato rolls. The tops are brushed with a honey butter and sprinkled with salt to play up both the savory and sweet side of a sweet potato.

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If a pan of scalloped potatoes and a bag of chips got together, these domino potatoes would be their love child. Crisp and buttery on the edges, but soft and creamy in the center, these potatoes will reset the bar for everything you thought a potato could be.

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