side dishes

For me, the right side dish can lift a meal and make it feel complete. Sometimes it’s as simple as roasted vegetables with herbs, other times it’s a crisp salad or buttery potatoes. This collection brings together recipes that balance the main plate and add their own character. I’ve included lighter options for busy weeknights as well as indulgent sides fit for a bigger spread. Whether you’re after something fresh, warm, or comforting, these are the recipes I keep in rotation to round out any meal.

  • Garlic Butter Courgettes with Lemon and Parsley

    Garlic and butter are a pairing I’ve loved since I first learned to cook. The combination feels both rustic and comforting, especially when paired with something fresh like courgette. I’ve been making this dish for …

  • Maple Roasted Carrots with Toasted Hazelnuts

    Carrots are often relegated to the background, but in this maple roasted carrots dish they’re anything but ordinary. Slow-roasted with a drizzle of maple syrup and a hint of smoked paprika, they turn sweet, tender, …

  • Honey-Glazed Roasted Parsnips with Thyme and Black Pepper

    There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about beautifully roasted parsnips. Their natural sweetness intensifies in the oven, and when you add a drizzle of honey and a scattering of fresh thyme, they transform into a side dish …

  • Creamy Leek and Mustard Gratin

    This creamy leek and mustard gratin is a proper comfort food side dish that brings a warm, rustic elegance to the table. I’ve been making versions of it for years, and it never fails to …

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