Amazing illustrations from The American Heart Association Cookbook

Hello!

Looks like it’s that time of year again, folks…time to gather around the dinner table with our nearest and dearest and gossip about everyone else whilst simultaneously stuffing ourselves silly! Ah, The Holidays. So joyous. And, if you’re anything like me, you probably get routinely stuck having to bring a side dish or dessert because you’re not trustworthy enough to do the main course just because you once burned macaroni noodles. (I was 12…when will they ever let it go?!) Bringing the side dishes is like being picked last for dodgeball. I myself could live off of nothing but side dishes, but let’s face it…everyone’s looking at the main dish, not the boring side of yams. But, not to fret, my friends! With the help of the following side dish recipes, you’ll be able to show off your awesome culinary skills, your family and friends will be fighting over the last remaining bits, and you’ll shine through as the star that you are! Victory!

 

Both recipes are taken from The American Heart Association Cookbook (1973).

 

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Preheat oven to 425 degrees Farenheit. Boil potatoes until tender (about 30 minutes), and remove skins. Mash pulp. Add the fruit juice, oil and salt and whip until fluffy. Add chopped pineapple and spices. Turn into an oiled 1-quart baking dish. Spread molasses over the top, dot with the margarine, and bake uncovered until lightly browned. Makes 4-6 servings

 

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Cook artichoke hearts as directed in package. Drain. Combine vermouth, lemon juice, garlic, seasonings and margarine in a saucepan. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Pour over cooked artichoke hearts. Garnish with chopped parsley. Makes 6 servings.