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Round Out Your Meal With These Go-With-Anything Winter Sides

November 09, 2017
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Between indulgent seasonal feasts, treat your palate to fast, healthy weeknight fare that doesn't skimp on flavor. These simple sides lighten the seasonal calorie load deliciously.
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Fennel, Tomato, and Feta Skillet Bake

Credit: Jennifer Causey
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Fresh fennel becomes mellow and sweet once sautéed and braised in chopped, strained tomatoes. If you can’t find Pomì brand, drain about 1/3 of the liquid from a (15-oz.) can of unsalted diced tomatoes. Pair this simple, beautiful side with baked fish or lemon-and-herb roasted chicken.

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Bacon-and-Apple Braised Cabbage

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We add sweet (brown sugar) and tangy (sherry vinegar) flavors toward the end of braising so they stand out in the finished dish. Serve with roast pork or braised beef.

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Creamed Curried Spinach

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Curry powder adds warmth and earthiness to this speedy version of creamed spinach. Whole milk yogurt gives the side a luscious mouth feel and plenty of body. Serve with steak or with seared planks of spice-rubbed tofu.

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Spanish-Style Roasted Potatoes

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Paprika, fresh oregano, and olives turn everyday roasted potatoes into a spectacular side. Serve with a chorizo-flecked frittata or pan-grilled steak or chicken.

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Maple-Butternut Puree

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Carotene-rich butternut squash gives this starchy mash a healthy boost. A food processor will get the mixture silky smooth. Pair with any seared or roasted protein.

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Warm Potato and Pancetta Salad

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Buttery, thin-skinned fingerlings cook quickly, and prediced pancetta (such as Boar's Head) saves prep time. Serve with a greens-stuffed omelet or seared fish fillets. 

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Sherry-Glazed Parsnips With Pomegranate

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Sweet parsnips are an excellent match for the sherry glaze. Remember to remove their tough peels; these won’t soften in the pan. Try this side with a mild protein such as roasted chicken or pork loin.

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Kale, Farro, and Feta Salad

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This satisfying winter salad is full of texture and color. Pair with roasted chicken thighs or as a side for pureed veggie soup. Top leftovers with cooked chicken and diced apple for tomorrow's lunch.

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    1 of 8 Fennel, Tomato, and Feta Skillet Bake
    2 of 8 Bacon-and-Apple Braised Cabbage
    3 of 8 Creamed Curried Spinach
    4 of 8 Spanish-Style Roasted Potatoes
    5 of 8 Maple-Butternut Puree
    6 of 8 Warm Potato and Pancetta Salad
    7 of 8 Sherry-Glazed Parsnips With Pomegranate
    8 of 8 Kale, Farro, and Feta Salad

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