Sometimes steakhouse sides are better than the meaty main event! Check out these dishes you can make for yourself.
27 Steakhouse Sides You Can Make at Home
Updated on Sep. 11, 2024
Crispy Fried Onion Rings
We use this onion rings recipe as a burger topper to add an extra element to already fantastic burgers. These onion rings are also perfect for giving your salads a little crunch. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. And for special occasions, finish the meal with decadent copycat steakhouse desserts like cheesecake.
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Slow-Cooker Baked Potatoes
Total Time
8 hours 10 min
Servings
6 potatoes
From the Recipe Creator:
These slow-cooker baked potatoes are so easy—just add your favorite toppings. Save any extra potatoes to make baked potato soup the next day. —Teresa Emrick, Tipp City, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 potato: 217 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 59mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein.
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Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A wedge salad gets the creamy treatment and topped with blue cheese dressing. Keep the dressing as a topper, or make it a dip for Buffalo wings. —Jenn Smith, East Providence, Rhode Island. Also, serve this after these steakhouse recipes that you can easily make at home.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 313 calories, 28g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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Oven Fries
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I jazz up these baked french fries with paprika and garlic powder. Something about the combination of spices packs a punch. The leftovers are even good cold! —Heather Byers, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
12 pieces: 200 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 457mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein.
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Caesar Salad
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This crunchy, refreshing Caesar salad has a zippy, zesty dressing that provides a burst of flavor with each bite. It’s a great salad to perk up any spring or summer meal. —Schelby Thompson, Camden Wyoming, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 265 calories, 28g fat (4g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 268mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Lemon Garlic Mushrooms
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I baste whole mushrooms with a lemony sauce to prepare this simple side dish. Using skewers or a basket makes it easy to turn them as they grill to perfection. —Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 94 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every time I take this super rich corn to a holiday potluck or work party, I leave with an empty slow cooker. It's decadent, homey and so worth the splurge. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 259 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Green Beans Amandine
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It’s hard to improve on the taste Mother Nature gives to fresh green beans, but Mom has done just that for years using this green beans amandine recipe. I have always thought the crunchy almonds were a super addition. —Brenda DuFresne, Midland, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 125 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable.
9/27
Bacon Hash Brown Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tasty side dish has wonderful from-scratch flavor that makes it wonderful for brunch. It's very popular with guests at my bed-and-breakfast.—Mark Clark, Twin Mountain, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 159 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 372mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
10/27
Creamed Spinach & Pearl Onions
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was a culinary student, this creamy dish wowed me, and I don't even like spinach. This side is a keeper! —Chelsea Puchel, Pickens, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 307 calories, 30g fat (18g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 328mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Garlic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Sauce
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Don’t be afraid to bring out the roasted Brussels sprouts. Mellowed with mustard sauce, they may just delight even the most skeptical folks. —Becky Walch, Orland, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 167 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cornmeal Parker House Rolls
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom deserves the credit for making this recipe a family tradition. These sweet tender rolls have been on every holiday table at her house for as long as I can remember. —Lisa D. Brenner, Harrisburg, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 137 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
13/27
Lemon-Roasted Asparagus
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When it comes to fixing asparagus, I think it's hard to go wrong. The springy flavors in this easy lemon asparagus recipe burst with every bite. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 75 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Smashed Potatoes
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Golden brown and buttery, these crispy smashed potatoes live up to their tantalizing name. A sprinkle of fresh herbs when they’re hot out of the oven maximizes the flavor…and the pretty. —Althea Dye, Howard, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
3 smashed potatoes: 292 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Golden Honey Pan Rolls
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A cousin in North Carolina gave me the recipe for these delicious honey-glazed rolls. Using my bread machine to make the dough saves me about 2 hours compared to the traditional method. The rich buttery taste of these rolls is so popular with family and friends that I usually make two batches so I have enough! —Sara Wing, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 139 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 168mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Corn on the Cob
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to eat corn all year long, so I came up with this recipe. It's my favorite side to serve when I make sloppy joes. You can use a butter substitute for a skinny version of this corn. —Teresa Flowers, Sacramento, California
Nutrition Facts:
4 pieces: 161 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 118mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Creamed Spinach with Cream Cheese
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cream cheese, Parmesan and mozzarella make this dish wonderfully cheesy. Sprinkle it with french-fried onions for a crisp boost of flavor. —Kathy Vazquez, Amarillo, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 415 calories, 35g fat (23g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 685mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
18/27
Brown Sugar-Glazed Baby Carrots
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These delicious glazed carrots come to the rescue when I’m preparing a special meal. They cook while I prepare the other dishes, and the slow-cooker simmering saves me precious oven space. —Anndrea Bailey, Huntington Beach, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 144 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 364mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein.
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Herbed Rice Pilaf
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This savory side dish has been a family favorite for years. Our daughter Jennifer became an expert at this recipe at age 12, which was a huge help for a busy working mom like me. We really enjoy this rice dish in the summer with a grilled entree. —Jeri Dobrowski, Beach, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 226 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 426mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Baked Parmesan Broccoli
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I began making this creamy side dish years ago as a way to get my kids to eat broccoli. They’ve since grown up, but still request this satisfying dish. It’s truly a family favorite. —Barbara Uhl, Wesley Chapel, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 191 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 388mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 11g protein.
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Cheesy Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These special stuffed baked potatoes are a hit with my whole family, from the smallest grandchild on up. I prepare them up to a week in advance, wrap them well and freeze. Their flavorful filling goes so nicely with juicy ham slices. —Marge Clark, West Lebanon, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 416 calories, 26g fat (17g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.
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Brussels Sprouts in Rosemary Cream Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Brussels sprouts in a rosemary-infused cream sauce have the power to bring friends together – but watch out for fights over who gets the last of the sauce. —Liz Koschoreck, Berea, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 256 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 445mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Baked Mac and Cheese
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even people who have had their own homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version. For the best baked mac and cheese, use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for more flavor. —Shelby Thompson, Dover, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 688 calories, 37g fat (21g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.
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Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I can never get enough of this baked sweet potato fries recipe! Even though my grocery store sells precut fries in the frozen foods section, I still love to pull sweet potatoes out of my garden and chop them up fresh! —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 243 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 498mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein.
25/27
Steakhouse Mushrooms
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from a friend back when we were in nursing school. Whenever my husband is cooking meat on the grill, you can bet I’ll be in the kitchen preparing these mushrooms. —Kenda Burgett, Rattan, Oklahoma. Planning to eat out? We’ve found the best steakhouse chains in the U.S.
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 131 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 276mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Lemon Pepper Roasted Broccoli
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh green broccoli turns tangy and tasty when roasted with lemon juice and pepper. A sprinkle of almonds adds crunch. —Liz Bellville, Jacksonville, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 84 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 103mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Simple Au Gratin Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These cheesy potatoes are always welcome at our dinner table, and they're so simple to make. A perfect complement to ham, the versatile, homey side dish also goes well with pork, chicken and other entrees. —Cris O'Brien, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 225 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
