Food

Summertime Sides

July 30, 2009

Sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and more — these dishes celebrate summer's bounty and add fresh flavor to any meal.

See the RecipeJoyce Ravid

We created this summery dish to showcase some of the fresh produce found in the small farms we've visited through the years, but you can substitute with the market's freshest ingredients. See the recipe for Grilled Vegetable Stacks »Christopher Hirsheimer

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See the RecipeAndré Baranowski

See the RecipeAndré Baranowski

Whether cooked over coals or under a broiler, tender halved baby artichokes have a delicate yet concentrated flavor and a crisp exterior. See the recipe for Grilled Baby Artichokes »André Baranowski

Texas Caviar — Throughout the American south, black-eyed peas are eaten on New Year's Eve at the stroke of midnight, in the hopes of a new year filled with prosperity. This is salad is a lighter, fresher take on black-eyed peas. See the recipe for Texas Caviar »André Baranowski

Barbecued Baked Beans — These classic baked beans are a barbecue side-dish staple.Todd Coleman

Cheesy Corn Casserole — This baked corn casserole is a popular side dish at Smokestack restaurant in Kansas City.Todd Coleman

Cucumber Salad — This crunchy salad is a cool complement to smoked meat.Todd Coleman

Creamy Potato Salad with Red Onion — This cool, creamy, classic potato salad is spiked with pickle relish and red onion.Helen Rosner

Classic mayonnaise-based coleslaw is bolstered here by the addition of mustard.Todd Coleman

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