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Is there anything better than getting together with a big group of friends or family and sharing a meal? Whether it’s for the holidays, a birthday, or just an impromptu gathering, get-togethers give us a chance to unwind, catch up, and enjoy some tasty food. As every home chef knows, there’s nothing better than getting creative in the kitchen and whipping up a new dish to wow the crowd.

Looking for some inspiration for what to make for the next get-together? Here are a few creative side dishes to try.

Crispy Potato Loaf

This is a different take on the classic potato casserole. With layers upon crispy layers of thinly sliced sweet potatoes and russet potatoes, this dish is simple but is sure to be a hit. Although potatoes are the stars of the show, fresh thyme and garlic also shine in this dish. To make this side super quick, grab the attachment for your stand mixer that helps you cut veggies into sheets to get consistent (and easy) potato sheets.

Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

Meatballs are a cocktail party staple, and this side gives you the chance to create your own chicken, jalapeno, garlic, and ginger blend. The best stand mixers will feature a food grinder attachment that makes quick work of practically any ingredient. Once you’ve ground your meat blend, mix up a peanut sauce in the stand mixer’s bowl and then shape your meatballs. This is a quick and easy side dish but make sure you whip up a big enough batch—these will go quick at the party!

Mason Jar Cobb Salad

Who doesn’t love a good cobb salad? This is a trendy take on the classic, and its handheld format makes it a good option for events where space is limited and guests are walking around mingling. You can make quick work of slicing up all of the classic components of the dish like bacon, cucumber, avocado, and chicken with a reliable food processor. Make it slightly ahead of time and keep the jars in your fridge until the party.

Twist Asparagus Wraps

If you’re tasked with bringing the veggies to dinner but want to do more than just roast asparagus, try this flavour powerhouse. To make, wrap each piece of asparagus with a half slice of prosciutto and then twist spiralized potatoes around each one. To finish them off, sprinkle them all with parmesan cheese and place on a baking tray in the oven. These look so good you almost don’t want to eat them, but once you taste them that won’t be a problem anymore!

Chunky Basil Pesto

In charge of the appetiser? Try this simple yet ultra-flavourful chunky basil pesto guests can snack on while the main meal is in the oven. All you need are a few ingredients and a powerful food processor to chop everything up and emulsify with the olive oil at the end. Serve it with crostini or stir it into pasta for an herby and delicious experience.

About KitchenAid®

For 100 years, KitchenAid® has produced innovative kitchen tools that help professional chefs and at-home cooks to do more in the kitchen. Their tools are versatile, dependable, and easy to use, and it’s for those reasons that KitchenAid® is recognised across the world as a leader in kitchen appliances. Starting with the original Stand Mixer in 1919, KitchenAid® has continued to innovate, regularly bringing new and exciting products to market. They offer a wide variety of benchtop essentials, including toasters, blenders, and more. Whether you’re just learning how to cook from scratch or are a seasoned chef, you can count on dependable kitchen tools and appliances from KitchenAid®.

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