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Refried Beans

I love Mexican food so refried beans are a must. There are some great Instant Pot recipes I love as well but I included this for those of you who do not own an Instant Pot. One note – some say that when cooking beans, do not add the salt until the end because the salt keeps the beans from softening. I am not sure of the truth of this claim, but, it is easy to add the salt at the end so that is what I do. When cooked, mash them or serve them whole. I love them mashed and – yes, slightly runny with melted cheese on top.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 6 hours
Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 1 onion peeled and halved
  • 3 cups dry pinto beans rinsed
  • 1/2 fresh jalapeno seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons garlic minced
  • 2-3 teaspoons salt or to your taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 9 cups water

Instructions

  • Place in a large pot the onion, rinsed beans, jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin.
  • Add the water and stir to mix. Cook on low heat for 3-4 hours adding more water as needed.
  • Once the beans are tender, strain them and reserve the liquid.
  • Serve the beans whole or mash with an immersion blender adding the reserved liquid to get the desired consistency.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • I serve them as is but if you choose, the next step is to heat a skillet to medium heat with some bacon fat or oil, add the beans and fry turning now and then until hot.
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Lou Ann’s Sweet Potato Casserole

This is my favorite versions of this Thanksgiving classic. Whether you cooked your own sweet potatoes or start with canned, this recipe goes together easy.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Author Lou Ann Little

Ingredients

  • 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup milk

Topping

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (I use oatmeal)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 9 dish or a casserole dish.
  • Beat together the mashed sweet potatoes, butter, vanilla, and milk. Pour into baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and add topping.

Topping

  • Mix together the brown sugar, flour and oatmeal (or nuts if you prefer). Cut in the chilled butter until butter is pea sized.
  • Sprinkle topping over the sweet potato mixture and bake fan additional 15 minutes or until cooked through and topping is golden brown.
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Southern Corn Casserole

Although not an Esler family tradition, I sure love it.
Course Side Dish
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 9
Author Mary Kay Palguta

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 15 ounce can cream style corn
  • 1 8 oz container sour cream
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 15 ounce can whole kernel corn, drained (I substitute frozen)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 4 ounce can diced green chilies drained
  • 1 8.5 ounce package of Jiffy Muffin Mix

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream style corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Stir in whole kernel corn, cheese, onion, and chilies.
  • Add the muffin mix and mix till just blended. Don't over stir.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 75 minutes or until an inserted knife comes out clean and the top is golden. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
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Utica Greens

This is a unique and tasty side. If you like escarole, you will love this.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of escarole
  • 4 slices prosciutto chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cherry peppers chopped
  • 1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Romano cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Wash escarole and chop into large pieces.
  • Cook escarole in small amount of water for 5-6 minutes until tender.
  • Saute garlic and prosciutto in EVVO for 2-3 minutes. Add cherry peppers and saute another minute or so.
  • Add escarole, chicken broth and Romano cheese and mix till blended. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place in casserole dish and top with bread crumbs.
  • Broil in oven for 3-4 minutes. Serve.
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Dave’s Beloved Cucumbers

These marinated cucumbers are crispy, sweet, tangy, and a favorite of Dave's! The cucumbers go so fast that I often reuse the marinade. Just add more sliced cucumbers.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cucumbers sliced
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Marinade

  • 1/2 sweet onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sugar or less
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill

Instructions

  • Slice cucumbers and place in large bowl. Toss with kosher salt and garlic. Let sit for 1-2 hours.
  • Rinse cucumbers well and discard fluid.
  • Mix together marinade ingredients and pour over rinsed cucumbers. Enjoy.
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Orzo Rice Pilaf

This simple pilaf comes to life with the toasted orzo pasta. A great side to any meal but I love it with Crispy Chicken Thighs.
Course Side Dish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup white rice uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely diced

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a lidded skilled over medium heat. Add the orzo pasta and cook while stirring until golden brown.
  • Stir in onion and cook until onion becomes translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Add the rice and chicken broth and mix. Once this comes to a boil, cover and reduce heat to medium low and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.
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