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Browned veal pieces simmered in a creamy chicken soup gravy, topped with poppy seed dumplings rolled in buttered breadcrumbs and baked golden. A sour cream sauce on the side makes this old-fashioned casserole pure stick-to-your-ribs comfort.

Frijoles borrachos drunken beans simmered with bacon, beer, garlic, oregano, and cumin until thick and rich. Tex-Mex side that doubles as a stand-alone supper with cornbread or warm tortillas.

Smoky, spicy black bean pesto made with ham hock, jalapeños, garlic, and cilantro stems. A thick, spreadable paste for tacos, chips, or as a bold side dish. Makes 3 cups.

Misr allecha, an Ethiopian red lentil stew simmered with turmeric, garlic, and hot pepper into a thick, vibrant puree. A vegan, gluten-free side built for scooping with injera.

Ranch-style lima beans baked low and slow with tomatoes, bacon, onion, and brown sugar. Hearty Southwest cowboy side dish with smoky-sweet depth from a three-hour bake.

Vegetable beef rolls stuffed with shredded carrot, celery, and green pepper, wrapped in bacon and grilled with Italian dressing marinade. Old-school cookout main with built-in side veggies.

Chef Paul Prudhomme-style rice with apple and raisin dressing: pecans, bell peppers, and spiced Cajun seasonings folded through fluffy rice. A holiday side with sweet-savory Louisiana flair.

Lemon pressed cabbage is a quick Japanese-style pickle: savoy cabbage, cloud ear mushrooms, and thin lemon slices salted and weighted for an hour into a crunchy, refreshing side.

Double corn brunch bake with whole kernel corn folded into a soft cornmeal-egg batter. A vegetarian breakfast casserole that doubles as a side dish, topped with fresh salsa.

Glazed pearl onions caramelized with sugar, braised in beef stock, and finished with a splash of red wine vinegar. A sweet-and-tangy side dish using frozen pearl onions.

Bulgur pilaf studded with dried apricots and raisins, simmered in chicken broth and finished with fresh parsley. A nutty, high-fiber whole grain side dish ready in 30 minutes.

Spargel in Weisser Sosse: German white asparagus in a creamy white sauce with julienned ham and freshly grated nutmeg. A classic springtime German side dish ready in 20 minutes.

Potatoes Thermidor with russet potatoes baked in a rich cream sauce of shallots, mushrooms, dry sherry, egg yolks, and cayenne. A French classic reimagined as an elegant side dish.

Fava beans simmered or refried with onion, Roma tomato, and cilantro. A flexible Mexican-style habas preparation, two methods in one, great as a side or stuffed in tacos.

Charcoal-grilled brook trout marinated in a spicy lemon-butter baste with Tabasco, ginger, sesame seeds, and parsley. Five minutes per side over hot coals for flaky, smoky fish.

Green chile rice casserole layered with sour cream rice, canned green chiles, and Monterey Jack cheese. A creamy, mildly spiced Southwestern side dish that bakes in about 30 minutes.