One thing that everyone should know how to make is the BEST Creamy Mashed Potatoes. Smooth (or with lumps if that is what you like) and creamy potatoes are a classic side dish that are so easy to make. Really versatile, as you can serve them with anything, and you can even repurpose leftovers. This recipe also includes 15 ways to flavour mashed potatoes.
Side Dishes
Everything meal needs something to go with it! There are so many side dishes that can compliment any meal! From Corn to Slaw to our incredible Garlic Potato Wedges and many more, find the perfect side dish! Start putting some excitement back into your meals with our awesome side dish recipes!
Easy Cauliflower Cheese
Just 3 ingredients go in to making this super easy Cauliflower Cheese. No need to make a roux, as we make a simple sauce of just creme fraiche and cheese, with the option to add in a little mustard if you like. The perfect fuss free side dish to go with a roast dinner.
Slow Cooker Red Cabbage
Red cabbage is best cooked low and slow, and whilst you won’t get the crispy edges like you would cooking it on the hob, this is much simpler way of cooking red cabbage, as it doesn’t need any attention. You just put this Slow Cooker Red Cabbage on low for 5 hours, and it’s done. Perfect for Christmas Day when you have enough cooking to do. A sweet vegetable side dish with a hint of cinnamon.
Spanish Olives
Spanish Olives are a really easy side dish that are a must at any tapas dinner party or just to keep in your fridge as a delicious Mediterranean flavoured snack. Juicy green olives marinated in garlic, lemon, coriander seeds, thyme and red chili pepper flakes for a little bit of a kick.
The BEST Easy Spanish Rice
Easy Spanish Rice, also known as Mexican Rice, is a simple and delicious way to make rice more exciting and a must-have side dish at any Mexican night or Tapas dinner party. Perfect fluffy rice with smokey paprika and a hint of chilli, it is all made in one pot and has lots of uses.
Baked Polenta Fries
If you are looking for a side dish that takes minimal effort, then baked garlic polenta fries are for you. You just put them in the oven and wait for them to get all crispy, golden brown and delicious.
Cucumber Tomato Salad
Fresh cucumber and tomato slices made up the bulk of this salad that is brought together by a simple but punchy mint dressing. This Cucumber Tomato Salad is the perfect light side dish to a curry, or even served up at a BBQ for something a little different.
The Best Air Fryer Fries (Air Fryer Chips)
By using an air fryer, you can make delicious and perfectly crispy chips without having to heat up the oven or use a lot of oil. This post has lots of tips for making The Best Air Fryer Chips, along with some suggestions of different ways to season them, so you can have a different flavour chip (fries) every time.
