Category Archives: Side Dish

Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Here is a beautiful, simple salad that is fit for company but that your family will enjoy. This is our spin on a Rick Bayless Mexican Salad that we served with Braised Pork Loin with Tomatillo Salsa Verde and Potatoes. It really was delightful and the star of the meal. Continue reading Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Osso Bucco with Gorganzola Polenta

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© 2013 REMCooks.com

Osso Bucco, literally “hole in the bone,” is another wonderful meal for these cool winter nights. Serving it over some gorgonzola polenta takes it to a completely different level. Mmmm good. It definitely hits the spot.

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Mexican Style Grilled Corn on the Cob (Elotes Asados)

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© 2013 REMCooks.com

This is a delicious, remarkably easy and very tasty side dish for those evenings you feel like grilling. In fact, this is so tasty you may not want anything else. Just make sure you make enough for seconds, and perhaps thirds, as this may be the most popular part of the meal. 🙂

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Easy, Peasy, Coconut Rice

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© 2013 REMCooks.com

This side finishes out the Caribbean theme dinner and was the rice we used with the Jerk Shrimp. It is a wonderful side dish that goes with not only Caribbean cuisine but also with Thai cuisine and any dish that has fruits. Remarkably easy, slightly sweet, coconuty and savory, it’s just absolutely delicious! You definitely need to try this dish

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