5 BBQ Side Dishes 5 Ways

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Burgers and hot dogs may be the main attraction, but side dishes can take a summer BBQ from ordinary to outstanding. With a few extra ingredients and a little imagination, you can turn corn on the cob, potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, and baked beans into mealtime must-haves. And since many of these variations are meat-free, they'll gain extra appreciation from vegetarian guests.

So, grab your apron and get cooking—we'll help you put a creative spin on these classic cookout recipes.

Check out the slideshow above for ideas to change up your summer sides.

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