Archive for Sides

Vegan Wild Rice Stuffed Squash

This vegan recipe highlights local, seasonal ingredients for a deliciously fresh and vibrant dish. Tender Maine-grown acorn squash is filled with wild rice, sweet raisins, apricots, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios, all enhanced with a touch of bright orange zest. Perfect for gatherings, this dish brings a taste…

Crispy Potato Pavé

Crispy Potato PavéThe perfect meat companion for your holiday table. Rich, deeply savory, and undeniably elegant, potato pavé is a stunning upgrade from traditional mashed potatoes. Thin layers of potatoes are baked low and slow, pressed overnight, and then seared until crisp and golden. The result is a…

Classic Maple Sage Stuffing

This Thanksgiving staple highlights local Maine flavors with Rosemont’s Scala Bread and Colvard Sausage Company’s Maple Sage Sausage. The hearty bread and flavorful sausage come together with fresh herbs, sautéed onions, celery, and optional diced apple for a touch of sweetness. Moistened with broth and baked to a…

Maine Apple Applesauce

Homemade Applesauce Ingredients 6 lbs apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into eighths 1 cup apple juice or apple cider Juice of 1 lemon 1/2  cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon (adjust to taste) Optional: Nutmeg, maple syrup, allspice, butter, to taste Directions Combine Ingredients: Place all ingredients…

Maple Pan-Roasted Carrots

A favorite of our very own Erin Lynch, these carrots are a simple yet flavorful side perfect for Thanksgiving. Made with Maine’s Tree of Life maple syrup and Olive Harvest olive oil, this dish brings local ingredients to the forefront. Carrots are pan-seared until golden, then roasted to…

Roasted Potatoes with Scallion Cream and Lemon Zest

Serves 6-8Prep Time 15 minCook Time 30-40 min Ingredients 2 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red work great) Olive oil Salt & pepper 1 bunch local scallions, finely chopped (separate white/light green and dark green tops) ½ cup sour cream or crème fraîche Zest of 1 lemon…

Asparagus with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes & Parmesan

A fresh, no-fuss spring side that lets seasonal ingredients shine—tender asparagus, sweet blistered tomatoes, and a generous shower of Parmesan.

Grilled Corn & Feta Salad

Serves: 6 as a side Ingredients 6 ears of fresh corn, husked 4 oz Winter Hill feta cheese, crumbled 1 jalapeño pepper, small dice (remove seeds for less heat, keep for more kick) 1/4 cup + 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar…

Watermelon Herb Salsa

Serves: 4-6 as an appetizer Ingredients 4 cups watermelon, diced small (seedless or remove seeds) 1 small cucumber, diced small 1/4 small red onion, finely minced 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (leave seeds if you want more heat) Zest of 1 lime Juice of 2 limes 1…

Asparagus with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes & Parmesan

A fresh, no-fuss spring side that lets seasonal ingredients shine—tender asparagus, sweet blistered tomatoes, and a generous shower of Parmesan. Serves: 4Time: ~20 minutes Ingredients1 lb asparagus, woody ends trimmed1 pint cherry tomatoes3 Tbsp minced shallot, red onion, or scallion½ cup soft herbs (such as dill, parsley, or…