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For cooking this risotto, we use slow cooker, so even no stir, the risotto is cooked wonderfully, and you can choose barly or brown rice, add more fibre.

A classic vinegar and oil dressing from Recipes Out of This World Women of St. Agnes Catholic Church Charleston, WV 1969

This recipe tastes exactly like the original Kentucky Fried Chicken coleslaw but without the slightly bitter preservative aftertaste. It's easy to make with a food processor and it's very economical.

Roasted cauliflower salad tossed with peppery arugula, toasted walnuts, sharp cheddar, and a sherry vinaigrette. A warm, hearty vegetarian salad with golden caramelized edges in every bite.

Dutch pea soup (snert): slow-cooked split peas with ham, leek, celery, and carrot. The hearty winter soup that gets thicker and better overnight in the fridge.

Carrots caramelize in hot oil until golden at the edges, then get tossed with tangy rice vinegar and savory black bean sauce for a quick Asian-inspired side dish with a spicy kick.

Parmesan Mashed Potatoes (Puree Con Parmigiano) recipe

Along the coast of the Southern US eating Hoppin' John on New Year's Day is thought to bring a year filled with luck and prosperity. The beans symbolize coins or pennies. Sometimes a penny is added to the pot or can be left under the bowls of Hoppin' John. Greens such as Collards, chard or kale can be added and symbolize the color of money and are said to add to ones wealth in the new year. The day after New Year's Day the leftovers are called "Skippin' Jenny," and further demonstrates one's frugality. A common tradition in the south US is each person at the meal should leave three peas on their plate to ensure the New Year will be filled with Luck, Fortune and Romance. Another tradition holds that counting the number of peas in a serving predicts the amount of luck (or wealth) that will be collected over the next year.

Homemade raw banana chips, thin slices of green banana fried crisp in coconut oil and tossed with salt, black pepper, and chili. A savory, spicy South Asian snack that beats the store-bought bag.

This thrifty classic casserole is a favorite for holiday dinners or family gatherings and can be easily customized to suit your tastes. The crispy, golden top and tender, flavorful layers make scalloped potatoes a truly satisfying and comforting meal.

Simple homemade marinara sauce with fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and torn basil. Simmers in 30 minutes for a rustic Italian pasta sauce.

These easy to make mashed potatoes are very smooth and creamy. The garlic is boiled with the potatoes which embeds the garlic into the potatoes.

Grilled potatoes tossed with freshly-made parsley pesto, an easy recipe that tastes delicious. Clean, fresh and vibrant flavors perk up plain grilled potatoes. A great side dish perfect for a summer BBQ.

An easy classic that's even easier using a microwave oven.

Double cheese mac and cheese using cheese tortellini in a creamy processed cheese sauce. Cheese-stuffed pasta in cheese sauce means maximum cheese in every bite.

This scrumptious dip is made with eggplants, garlic and tahini. Can be used as a sandwich spread or eaten with crackers and tortilla chips.