↠ Ned Ludd’s Charred Brussels Sprouts:
Description:  Ned Ludd’s Charred Brussels Sprouts is a celebrated side dish originally from the now-closed Portland, Oregon restaurant of the same name, created by chef Jason French. The dish is defined by its simple, high-heat preparation that transforms the sprouts into tender, intensely caramelized "candied" bites with significant char.

↠ Creamy Leek and Kale Gratin:
Description:  A Creamy Leek and Kale Gratin is a rich, comforting, and savory side dish that elevates earthy greens with a decadent, cheesy cream sauce. It often features tender, sautéed leeks and wilted kale bound together in a silky Mornay or heavy cream sauce, topped with a bubbling layer of Gruyère, Parmesan, or cheddar cheese.

↠ Cauliflower Slaw with Capers and Grapes:
Description:  A Cauliflower Slaw with Capers and Grapes is a vibrant, modern side dish that offers a complex, savory-sweet, and briny flavor profile. It is a versatile, nutrient-packed dish, typically featuring crunchy raw or lightly roasted cauliflower, juicy grapes, and briny capers, often tied together with a tangy vinaigrette or yogurt-based dressing.

↠ Long-Cooked Green Beans with Bacon:
Description:  Long-cooked green beans with bacon is a classic Southern-style side dish characterized by fresh green beans slow-simmered until they are tender and infused with a savory, smoky flavor. Unlike northern-style, crisp-tender green beans, this method cooks the beans for 30 minutes to over an hour to achieve a "melt-in-your-mouth" texture.

↠ Jo Jo Potatoes:
Description:  JoJo potatoes are thick-cut, seasoned potato wedges, primarily known as a staple side dish in the Pacific Northwest and parts of the Midwest. They are distinguished from regular potato wedges by a unique, savory breading—similar to that used for fried chicken—which creates a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy, mashed-potato-like interior.