Easy Side Dishes : A Spiced Life

Loaded fries topped with melted cheese sauce, bacon pieces, sliced jalapeños, green onions, and a drizzle of sour cream on a serving tray

Loaded French Fries

Bowl of creamy split pea soup with ham, shown alongside a pot of soup and pieces of crusty bread.

Creamy Split Pea Soup

Creamy mashed potatoes with cheese served in a shallow bowl and topped with butter and chives

Mashed Potatoes with Cheese

Crispy sweet potato wedges served on a plate with a creamy homemade mayo, one wedge being dipped.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges

Spoonful of braised red cabbage over pot with blurred holiday background

German Braised Red Cabbage (Rotkohl)

Maple Glazed Carrots roasted on a sheet pan until glossy and caramelized, topped with fresh carrot frond garnish.

Maple Glazed Carrots

Brussels sprouts with bacon glistening with hot honey drizzle

Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts

Overhead shot of hot honey halloumi salad with pomegranate, avocado, and grilled cheese slices in a white bowl.

Hot Honey Halloumi Salad with Pomegranate

Sheet pan roasted cherry tomatoes with garlic and balsamic—caramelized and jammy with golden edges.

Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes with Caramelized Garlic