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Hearty Sides for Intimate Indulgence
26. Garlic‑Tarragon Mashed Potatoes
Silky potatoes brightened by tarragon and roasted garlic—just enough for a delightful side.
27. Maple‑Glazed Brussels Sprouts Halves
Caramelized sprouts with a sweet glaze—smoky, crisp, and oozing autumn flavor.
28. Individual Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin
Mini gratin in ramekins, bubbling with creamy cheese and tiny breadcrumbs—perfectly portioned.
29. Bacon‑Cheddar Green Bean Bundles
Green beans wrapped in bacon, sprinkled with cheddar, and roasted until irresistible.
30. Sweet Potato & Pecan Ramekins
Layers of mashed sweet potato and glazed pecans served in ramekins—compact indulgence.
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31. Wild Rice & Cranberry Pilaf
Nutty wild rice with bursts of cranberry in a small, fragrant mound.
32. Crispy Shallot & Brussels Hash
Shredded Brussels and shaved shallots crisped together with herbs—a dazzling medley.
33. Tiny Acorn Squash Halves
Mini squash halves roasted and stuffed with butter, herbs, and toasted pumpkin seeds.
34. Individual Corn Pudding Casserole
Pint‑size corn pudding in little pots—sweet, creamy, and tender.
35. Cider‑Glazed Carrots & Parsnips
Root veggies roasted in apple cider and honey—aromatic, sweet, and beautifully caramelized.
36. Roasted Garlic & Thyme Baby Carrots
Simple, elegant, and bursting with roasted aromatics, tailored for two.
37. Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
Tiny potatoes smashed and roasted with parmesan—lacy, crispy, and perfect.
38. Mini Asparagus & Gruyère Tartlets
Flaky pastry topped with asparagus and melted Gruyère—petite and sophisticated.
39. Maple‑Butter Beets with Thyme
Earthy roasted beets glazed with maple‑butter and sprinkled with fresh thyme.
40. Herbed Semolina Cakes
Tender semolina patties with fresh herbs—subtle, savory, and compact.
41. Cran‑Chipotle Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes slathered in smoky chipotle cranberry sauce—sweet, spicy, and seasonal.
42. Mushrooms with Garlic Mascarpone
Earthy mushrooms served over creamy garlic mascarpone—rich and small‑batch delicious.
43. Crispy Sage‑Butter Gnocchi
Golden gnocchi tossed in sage‑butter until crisp on the outside and pillow‑soft inside.
44. Pumpkin Mac & Cheese Bites
Mini scoops of mac & cheese fused with pumpkin—cheesy, sweet, and festive.
45. Honey‑Roasted Root Veggie Medley
Tiny roasted cubes of carrot, beet, and parsnip iced with honey and thyme.
46. Individual Crab‑Corn Bake
Rich crab and corn bake in a ramekin—savory, sweet, and just the right size.
47. Parmesan & Herb Zucchini Rounds
Sautéed zucchini disks sprinkled with fresh herbs and parmesan—light and flavorful.
48. Stuffed Mini Peppers with Cream Cheese
Colorful baby peppers filled with herbed cream cheese—cute, crunchy, and easy.
49. Miniature Twice‑Baked Potatoes
Scooped and stuffed potato skins filled with buttery potato and cheese—just two perfect bites.
50. Cran‑Pecan Quinoa Stuffing Cups
Mini stuffing nests made of quinoa, cranberries, and pecans—a wholesome side.
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