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Braised Red Cabbage with Apples, Bacon & Raisins | Embracing Enough
Slammin’ Sides Fall Recipes

Braised Red Cabbage with Apples, Bacon & Raisins | Embracing Enough

Lou LaMedica Lou LaMedica
Nov 10, 2025

Sweet, tangy, and buttery — this braised red cabbage with apples and bacon brings color, comfort, and cozy fall flavor to any plate.

Collards Callaloo with Coconut, Ginger & Sweet Potato
Vegetarian Comfort Food Slammin’ Sides

Collards Callaloo with Coconut, Ginger & Sweet Potato

Lou LaMedica Lou LaMedica
Sep 12, 2025

Slow-braised collards with coconut milk, ginger, and sweet potato coins that melt into the broth. Rich enough to stand alone, yet just right as the base for crispy catfish or whatever comes next in your kitchen.

Butter-Glazed French Beans with Toasted Pine Nuts
Vegetarian Italian Inspired Slammin’ Sides

Butter-Glazed French Beans with Toasted Pine Nuts

Lou LaMedica Lou LaMedica
May 23, 2025

These butter-glazed French green beans with toasted pine nuts come together in 10 minutes using Better Than Bouillon for rich flavor. An easy, elegant side dish for any meal.