Category: Grain
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Couscous With Carrots, Walnuts, and Raisins
This quick-cooking grain dish has a touch of sweet and nutty flavors to go with most main dishes
Good-for-You Cornbread
Try this healthier version of a classic comfort food with soups, salads, or the Cornbread-Crusted Turkey or Three-Bean Chili With Chunky Tomatoes
Kasha With Bell Pepper Confetti
Kasha, also known as buckwheat, is a nutty, fast-cooking whole grain that adds flavor to any meal
Orange Couscous With Almonds, Raisins, and Mint
This flavorful side dish goes well with chicken, beef, or lamb
Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf
This unique pasta and pilaf combination is a tasty side dish that goes well with most main dishes
Pesto Baked Polenta
Instant whole-grain cornmeal (polenta), available in most grocery stores, provides a unique twist on a traditional Native American dish—and it's quick to fix
Quinoa With Paprika and Cumin
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America and makes a great side dish for lean meats and seafood
Quinoa-Stuffed Tomatoes
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) is a grain native to South America; children will have fun eating quinoa out of a hollowed-out tomato
Roasted Red Pepper and Toasted Orzo
Pair this rich side dish with grilled chicken or fish
Savory Brown Rice
This savory, rich side dish is great with steak, pork, and chicken dishes
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