Show Me How: To make Thanksgiving side dishes

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Thanksgiving meals can often seem difficult to make, but Ben Webb, owner of A&B’s Lunchbox, said tasty side dishes can be simple, inexpensive and delicious. These recipes will add a New Mexican flair to your table with only a little time and money.

Piñon Green Beans (serves approximately 4)

Ingredients:
1/3 pound green beans
4 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup piñon nuts (shelled)
Salt & pepper to taste
 
Step 1: Cut the ends off the beans and add to a pot of boiling water for 45 to 90 seconds, until slightly tender.

Step 2: Melt butter in sauté pan and add piñon nuts. Toast until lightly browned. 

Step 3: Remove beans from water with tongs or colander and toss into sauté pan with salt and pepper.  

Ready to serve!
 
Red Chile Smashed Potatoes (serves 4 to 6)

Ingredients:
1 pound red or Yukon gold potatoes
1/4 cup red chile puree
4 tablespoons red chile powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup buttermilk

Step 1: Cut the potatoes into approximately 1 to 2 inch pieces and add to pot of boiling water.

Step 2: While potatoes are boiling, melt butter in a sauce pan or microwave.

Step 3: When potatoes are soft, strain and place in a mixing bowl. 

Step 4: Mash the potatoes with a hand masher while slowly adding the butter, buttermilk and salt.

Step 5: Add cumin, red chile powder and red chile puree, mix.

Ready to serve!