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Favorite Side Dishes

May 5, 2015 by Maureen 44 Comments

Favorite Side Dishes

I’m not a vegetarian but I wouldn’t have any trouble if I decided to eat that way because I love vegetables. These are two of our favorites and we enjoyed them with a lovely porterhouse steak that I put in the sous vide before grilling.

My mother taught me how to make these potatoes. She always loved new Maine potatoes or even newish russets but alas, I have neither down under but it doesn’t make any difference. The trick is to choose potatoes that are flattish in shape.

Sliced Baked Potatoes

I trim the two sides and slice down the middle. Trimming the sides leaves a flat surface making them look nicer on the plate but it’s not necessary. Once they’re on the baking tray I pour just a tiny bit of olive oil on each potato and smear it around with my finger. I could use a brush but it’s easier to wash my finger.

Once all the potatoes are oiled, I shake some seasoning salt on each one and then some paprika and then into the oven at 180C/350F for about 30 minutes. Serve with a tiny dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives and these potatoes will make happy faces at the table.

Butternut and onion side dish

My second favorite side dish is really too simple to need a recipe but we really enjoy it. I cut up a butternut pumpkin (squash) into chunks and cut an onion in half and then slice each half and put it all into a casserole dish. I dot with just a bit of butter and into the microwave for 2 minutes then stir to coat everything with the butter and then I add kosher salt and pepper and back into the microwave for another 3 minutes, then into a 180C/350F oven until the edges of the butternut begin to take on some color. That’s it.

The onions and the butternut are both sweet and that suits me just fine. It’s almost like having dessert along with dinner.

5.0 from 9 reviews
Sliced and Baked Potatoes
 
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Prep time
7 mins
Cook time
30 mins
Total time
37 mins
 
This is a quick potato dish that's sure to please.
Author: Maureen Shaw
Recipe type: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 4 potatoes - russet if you have them and any potato if you don't
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon (about) seasoning salt (I use Lawry's)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 180C/350F
  2. Wash potatoes well, removing the eyes and any bruises
  3. Make both sides flat by trimming the potato and slice the potato in half lengthwise
  4. Place potatoes on a baking sheet covered with baking paper (not necessary but they won't stick with the paper) and rub a little olive oil over the cut side.
  5. Sprinkle each potato with seasoning salt and paprika and place in the oven for about 30 minutes.
  6. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of chives.
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I needed a break today so I took the camera and the dog to the dog park. He had the entire park to himself and I think old Chucko had a good time.

charlie

My little frog man. When he’s tired he takes his ball to the water bowl and he lies with his head (and the ball) in the bowl. As you can see, he’s splashed a bit on the ground so he can lie down in it to cool off.

Charlie at the Park

Could his tongue hang out any farther?? Β I think not.

Resting at the dog park

Filed Under: Recipes, Vegetables Tagged With: butternut pumpkin, butternut squash, potatoes, side dishes

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Comments

  1. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

    May 5, 2015 at 9:23 pm

    Ooh I’m loving the look of these potatoes and love reading about new techniques! We took delivery of a lot of potatoes so I’ll go through them with an eye to the flattish ones πŸ˜€

    Reply
  2. jo@jocooks.com says

    May 6, 2015 at 12:00 am

    These potatoes look delicious but most importantly your do is so adorable! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  3. minnie@thelady8home says

    May 6, 2015 at 3:09 am

    Yesterday I made a puree of avocado, dijon and lime. It was yuck. Seriously, I was heartbroken. The salmon salvaged some of the pride. If I only had this recipe yesterday. Looks just perfect!

    Reply
  4. Marilyn Lesniak says

    May 6, 2015 at 3:50 am

    That entire meal looks so delicious! I am so glad our grilling season has started.

    Reply
  5. Judy @Savoring Today says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:14 am

    An excellent way to exercise portion control cutting the potatoes like that — well done! Simple side dishes is what keeps me going most weeknights, this one is a keeper.

    Reply
  6. A_Boleyn says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:39 am

    The potatoes looks very good but I’m drooling at the steak. πŸ™‚

    Fun times at the doggy park.

    Reply
  7. Rachel (Rachel's Kitchen NZ) says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:52 am

    Mmmm – I love vegetables too – Maureen – and our meals tend to heavy on veg with meat almost as a side:-) Going to give those potatoes a try – they look fab – thanks for sharing.

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  8. Suzy @ The Mediterranean Dish says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:55 am

    Maureen, what simple and delicious side dishes! I am going to try the potatoes for sure! Loved the photos of your cute do; he really had a good afternoon at the park it looks like! Glad you could step away for a break.

    Reply
  9. mymansbelly says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:58 am

    Love these potatoes. So simple but I can only imagine how delicious. I’m going to have to try this with sweet potatoes. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  10. sue|theviewfromgreatisland says

    May 6, 2015 at 5:16 am

    I love the potato recipe, my husband would love it and I’m going to try it this week. And your ‘boy’ is precious!!

    Reply
  11. Mary Frances says

    May 6, 2015 at 5:29 am

    Maureen, I’d also be a happy camper just eating veggie sides. Especially ones as tasty as your potato looks. What a unique shape!

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  12. SallyBR says

    May 6, 2015 at 5:53 am

    I had butternut squash last night, cut into chunks and roasted, with some zucchini, but it took forever – your idea of starting things in the microwave is brilliant!

    I will definitely do that next time, I am having one of those palm in the forehead moments….

    I saw the last photo on FB – my gosh he is adorable and wow, that is a loooong tongue!

    Reply
  13. Nagi@RecipeTinEats says

    May 6, 2015 at 6:05 am

    I prepare potatoes like that too. And how funny that we both shared our fave way to prepare pumpkin so close to each other! πŸ˜‰

    Reply
  14. John@Kitchen Riffs says

    May 6, 2015 at 6:21 am

    We could be vegetarians too! We love meat and eat plenty of it, but eat far, far more veggie dishes. Great sides. And wonderful pictures of Charlie! Thanks.

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  15. Carol Preibis says

    May 6, 2015 at 6:39 am

    Hello Maureen,

    I LOVE Chucko . What a sweetie!

    Both of your veggie recipes sound excellent! I’m going to Pin them to my Pinterest recipe board.

    Wishing you and Chucko well,
    Carol

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  16. Lizzy (Good Things) says

    May 6, 2015 at 6:50 am

    Truly, you can’t beat a good potato side, Maureen… I love the sound of these. And so good to see Charlie enjoying himself. xx

    Reply
  17. Veronica (Roni) says

    May 6, 2015 at 7:25 am

    lol, he is gorgeous, & your photos are too Maureen :)) xx

    Reply
  18. Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says

    May 6, 2015 at 7:46 am

    Your fur-child is adorable! Love the potatoes – what a great way to roast and get a nice char all the way around!

    Reply
  19. Roberta says

    May 6, 2015 at 9:26 am

    Love side dishes. I play and try new things with sides more than entrees. That butternut side looks yummy.

    Ahhhhhhh – to be as carefree as a dog! πŸ™‚

    Reply
  20. Juliana says

    May 6, 2015 at 11:21 am

    Your potato looks awesome, the color is just so inviting…but I must confess, if I have to make a choice I would go for the steak…luckily this is not the case, so I will be very happy with the potato and the butternut squash as side dishes.
    Have a great week Maureen πŸ™‚

    Reply
  21. Gerlinde says

    May 6, 2015 at 11:38 am

    The next time I cook potatoes I will try yours , they look delicious. Those are cute pictures of Charlie, he is having a good time.

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  22. Abbe @ This is How I Cook says

    May 6, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    I love potatoes every which way and this way looks darn good! Squash is another of my faves, too. I don’t eat meat and everyone always think I need something to fill my plate when they have steak. I get so full on “side dishes” and am perfectly happy. Old Chucko Charlie seems to be doing great. I’ve found with the new pup that I take more time out of my day to play with him and that is a good thing for me. And him. And even Freddie!

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  23. Eha says

    May 6, 2015 at 12:29 pm

    I do hope you don’t mind if I think Charlie has well and truly stolen the show: ‘Look Mommie, look Mommie . . .I’m having so much fun!! . . . . oh, sweet potatoes and the pumpkin for me . . .

    Reply
  24. Joanne T Ferguson says

    May 6, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    Love your potatoes Maureen and will be making these today!
    Your four legged one is such a cutie!!!

    Reply
  25. GiGi Eats says

    May 6, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    Oh butternut squash is MY FAVORITE side dish, EVER!!!! I would eat it every single day for the rest of my life πŸ™‚

    Reply
  26. Claire @ Claire K Creations says

    May 6, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    I will definitely be making those potatoes soon! How delicious. I could live off potatoes I think. Charlie looks rather happy that you needed a break!

    Reply
  27. David Crichton says

    May 6, 2015 at 10:46 pm

    Sometimes the simpler things in life are the best. Plus with a dog a cute as chucko, who needs anything else.

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      May 6, 2015 at 11:11 pm

      Charlie got in trouble at the park today. Another dog wanted a drink while Charlie had his head in the bowl. Mayhem ensued and Charles ended up in the car. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  28. Amira says

    May 7, 2015 at 3:58 am

    How simple these two recipes are!! I was just wondering why did you put the squash in the microwave before the oven? Is it to soften it?

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      May 7, 2015 at 8:19 am

      I do it to melt the butter and then it shortens the time in the oven. I’m always in a hurry at dinner time. πŸ™‚

      Reply
  29. Bam's Kitchen says

    May 7, 2015 at 10:31 am

    Loving your simple potato and pumpkin sides and that steak is calling my name!!! I can’t even remember the last time I baked potatoes for my boys so you have inspired me this weekend. I think I might have to crack up the aircon as it is so humid now in HK. Little “Frog Man” is adorable! I think he needs his own instagram or Facebook account. This heat in HK really has Buddy hanging his tongue low, sometime is is so hot he does not even want to go outside.

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    • Maureen says

      May 7, 2015 at 2:36 pm

      Charlie does have his own Instagram but I haven’t had time to post and comment for him in months. Life’s too busy with the humans and he’d prefer to go to the park if there was a choice. πŸ™‚

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  30. Anne@ASaladForAllSeasons says

    May 7, 2015 at 11:03 am

    I love potatoes in any form, Maureen. And while I like baked potatoes, I’ve never quite baked them like this before. They look incredible! Your dog is so cute! Glad you both had a well needed break at the park today! : )

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  31. Hotly Spiced says

    May 7, 2015 at 11:51 am

    Excellent photos of Charlie. What a character. Love the action shot of running with a ball in his mouth. He sure does love the dog park. He’s keeping you young and fit, Maureen! What a fantastic meal and I bet the steak was a lot better than the one poor you had in Sydney. I do like the sound of your sides – what a great way to enjoy both potatoes and pumpkin xx

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  32. sheila says

    May 7, 2015 at 12:20 pm

    Ol Chucko is precious!! and these taters look pretty yummy too! I love Lawry’s season salt.

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  33. Brooks says

    May 7, 2015 at 12:28 pm

    I like the oiling technique! Fab sides, Maureen. Admittedly my eyes went straight to the sear marks on the steak, but I am a big fan of potatoes and butternut squash. Our next steak dinner will look like yours!

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  34. Eva says

    May 7, 2015 at 4:18 pm

    Love the way you cooked potatoes, they look so simple and dΓ©licieux ! It seems you had a lot of fun with Charlie. He looks so happy πŸ™‚

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  35. Jenny @ Ichigo Shortcake says

    May 7, 2015 at 8:50 pm

    I love veggies too! But probably can’t ever be vegetarian, I love meat even more. πŸ˜› These side dishes look delicious! So does the steak.

    Reply
  36. April @ Girl Gone Gourmet says

    May 7, 2015 at 11:43 pm

    I am stuck in a potato rut (always diced roasted potatoes – delicious, but boring) and I need some new ideas. I really like how you sliced them – it’s just begging for toppings. Wheels turning now… πŸ˜‰ thanks for the inspiration!

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  37. Ala says

    May 8, 2015 at 1:44 am

    I’m actually in love with that glossy, soft exterior on these side dishes! I’m always looking for good vegetarian ones to include in my meals–I’m actually much more of a side dish gal than a main dish one πŸ˜‰ have a lovely rest of your week, Maureen!! xo

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  38. The Ninja Baker says

    May 8, 2015 at 7:02 am

    Charlie is one darling cutie pie all right. Glad you gave yourself a break Maureen; it’s an inspiring good reminder and is important!

    Interesting that no Russets (one of my favorites along with Japanese satsuma) are grown in Australia. Nonetheless your potatoes are something I could polish off in no time at all =)

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  39. ChopinandMysaucepan says

    May 9, 2015 at 11:54 am

    Dear Maureen,

    The potato slice looks delicious with the porterhouse. I am like you are. I love meat but I am also a voracious vegetable eater to make up for all the excesses πŸ™‚

    Reply
  40. mjskit says

    May 12, 2015 at 12:11 pm

    Steak and potatoes – a meal made in heaven! Great potato dishes. Love those pictures of Charlie!

    Reply
  41. Steve Puu says

    May 12, 2015 at 10:43 pm

    “My little frog man”. I love this man. πŸ™‚

    Reply

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