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Easy Creamed Onions

Submitted by: Erin Noel

Home Town: Anderson, California, USA

Creamed onions are a quick and easy side dish just like grandma used to make for Thanksgiving dinner.

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Cheese Grits Casserole

Submitted by: elaine

Home Town: Mayville, New York, USA

Living In: Fayetteville, Georgia, USA

Cheesy grits with a cheerful bright yellow color and rich flavor will make the perfect side dish for your Easter meal.

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Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Submitted by: lepowers

Sweet potatoes are baked until tender and filled with a mixture of cream cheese, brown sugar, pecans, and cinnamon for a festive side dish that's a little bit different.