15 No Fail Sides

Mushroom, Artichoke and Onion Matzo Kugel

This traditional Jewish dish deserves a little limelight for its unique and tasty blend of farfel, mushrooms and tender artichoke hearts. Recipe: Mushroom, Artichoke and Onion Matzo Kugel

Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone

Move over basic mashed potatoes - there are some new mashed spuds in town. And they're mixed with Italian mascarpone cheese, making them unbelievably rich in one simple step. Recipe: Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone

Marinated Carrot Salad

Carrots are not only good for your eyes, but they aren't hard on them either - especially in this pretty dish dressed in a tomatoey vinaigrette. Recipe: Marinated Carrot Salad

Brussels Sprouts with Parmigiano Reggiano

Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts are given a quick saute with garlic, butter and broth, then sprinkled with a bit of Parmigiano Reggiano to oomph up the flavor. Recipe: Brussels Sprouts with Parmigiano Reggiano

Roasted Parsnip

Salt, pepper, herbs and honey are all you need to let the natural sweetness of roasted parsnips shine. Recipe: Roasted Parsnip

Roasted Vegetables with Miso Sauce

An unexpected wingman to traditional turkey, these roasted veggies are doused in Japanese miso sauce and flavored with ginger and sweet sake. Recipe: Roasted Vegetables with Miso Sauce

Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Lemon

There may be no crackle, but there is certainly snap and pop in this bright and zesty side. Recipe: Sugar Snap Peas with Mint and Lemon

Caesar Salad

Sometimes you just don't mess with a classic. A traditional Caesar salad will tastefully accompany just about any meal. Recipe:

Mark Boughton/ styling: Teresa Blackburn

Cajun Corn and Kale Salad

Frozen corn and sturdy seasonal kale combine with spicy Cajun seasoning for an easy make-ahead side. Recipe: Cajun Corn and Kale Salad

Gratin of Sweet Potatoes and Swiss Chard

Warning: Your main course may be jealous of the attention this insanely rich yam side will receive at holiday dinners and special occasions. Recipe: Gratin of Sweet Potatoes and Swiss Chard

Lemon Spinach with Toasted Pistachios

Lemon juice and pistachio nuts transform classic wilted spinach into a citrus infused side Popeye would absolutely adore. Recipe: Lemon Spinach with Toasted Pistachios

Red Apple Salad with Oranges and Feta

This elegant fruit and feta salad proves side salads can be so much more than a handful of greens and a splatter of ranch. Recipe: Red Apple Salad with Oranges and Feta

Green Beans with Parmigiano Reggiano

Top off a green bean saute with a sprinkling of cheesy Italian Parmigiano Reggiano and your taste-buds will be forever grateful. Recipe: Green Beans with Parmigiano Reggiano

Bombay Sweet Potatoes

A Southern classic mixed with Indian spices? Your guests certainly won't see this flavor-filled collision of cultures coming their way. Recipe: Bombay Sweet Potatoes

Mixed Greens with Garlic

Greens and garlic sing like Johnny and June in this versatile and toothsome side. Recipe: Mixed Greens with Garlic