Things To Serve With Mississippi Roast: 8 Of The Very Best Side Dishes

For those who have had the pleasure of tasting Mississippi roast, you’ll know that it’s one of the most indulgent pot roast dishes around. This is particularly great for whipping up as the weather gets colder outside, and we want something to help us feel a little cozier. 

Packed with plenty of rich flavors and tender pieces of meat, there are plenty of side dishes that would be perfect for this dish. Sometimes, however, we can fall into the habit of simply serving up the same side items again and again. 

If this sounds like something that you’ve been guilty of, perhaps it’s time that you dream up some different side dishes to whip up this weekday evening.

We’re here to help, and have compiled a list of some of the very best side dishes we think are perfect for serving alongside Mississippi roast. 

To find some inspiration, simply keep reading below, as we take a closer look. 

What Is Mississippi Roast? 

Now, before we jump straight in and start discussing some of the very best side dishes for Mississippi roast, let’s explain what this dish is made of.

Some of you might not be familiar with it, and are wondering whether or not it’s something you yourself might like to prepare for the family. 

Mississippi roast is essentially a rich, beef based pot roast (Find out What To Serve With Pot Roast). It’s great for when you need warming up, as it’s a very thick and filling dish, which is why many people opt to make it during the wintertime. 

You will need a big helping of beef in order to make this dish, specifically a 3 pound chuck roast.

As well as this, you’ll need all of your seasonings, which can be bought pre packaged as an au jus gravy mix, as well as some buttermilk to give it that classic creamy gravy texture. 

The only other ingredients you’ll need are some simple salt and pepper, along with some butter to make it as creamy as possible. 

Combine all of these items together, and you’ve got the perfect super easy Mississippi roast that the entire family will adore. 

The Best Side Dishes For Mississippi Roast

Now that we’ve taken a look at what Mississippi roast is made of, we can move on to discuss some of the very best side dishes. The ones you find below will cover everything from indulgent carb based dishes, to fresh salad items.

To find out more, simply keep reading below. 

1. Loaded Scalloped Potatoes

Why not start out with a side dish that’s perfectly indulgent in all the very best ways. This scalloped potato dish is essentially like a casserole, and involves several different layers of chopped potatoes. Can we say, carb heaven? 

Most of the scalloped potato recipes that you find out there won’t usually add cheese into the mix, but we thought why not? After all, some cheddar cheese elevates every dish. 

This recipe is also incredibly creamy, and teaches you how to make the perfect white sauce to accompany it. This, combined with the flavorful zest of the cheddar makes it the perfect combination for the gravy in your Mississippi roast. 

Make sure to add some crispy chopped bacon pieces on top, which truly make it the perfect potato dish you’ve tried this year. 

2. Classic Potato Salad

Now that we’ve given you the recipe for an amazingly delicious potato based side dish, why not move on and provide another one? This classic potato salad is truly the tastiest in town, and contains everything we love from the dish. 

The potatoes are the perfect texture between firm and soft, and the creamy mayonnaise sauce that they’re coated in is truly mouth watering.

It’s super tangy too thanks to the seasonings, and we also absolutely love the crunch provided by the little pieces of chopped onions. We think this would make the perfect cold side dish to accompany your Mississippi roast. 

3. Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are one of those staple side dishes that you’ll find in almost every household. But, this doesn’t mean that they’re that easy to perfect. Serving up the perfect mashed potatoes is no easy feat, and it involves a lot of tweaking. 

Thankfully, this recipe can help you on your way to achieving that perfect mash that you’ve always dreamed of, with the help of a few additional ingredients. 

This recipe has some cheese added into the mix (because, why not?), as well as some garlic pieces. That’s right, the garlic in this dish really takes things to a whole new level, and it’s super easy to make. 

All you have to do is roast your garlic in the oven beforehand until it’s nice and soft, then you can go ahead and take it out of the shell, and place the pieces in your mash for a needed burst of flavor. 

4. Creamed Spinach

If you’re looking for something that’s both deliciously indulgent and contains some well needed leafy greens, then we’ve got the perfect recipe for you. This dish has been made from lots and lots of spinach leaves, which let’s face it, aren’t to everyone’s taste. 

But we guarantee that you won’t feel adverse to spinach with this dish, as it’s cooked in a deliciously creamy white sauce that’s to die for. We love the texture of this dish, and it’s perfect for making your Mississippi roast even more indulgent. 

Easy to make and full of subtle, tasty flavors, this one is a fantastic side for your meal. 

5. Grilled Green Beans

If you’re looking for the perfect healthy side to go with your Mississippi roast, then we can think of nothing better than this grilled green bean recipe. It’s super tasty, and bursting with flavor despite the simplicity of the dish. 

Instead of simply boiling the beans, which can be incredibly bland and flavourful, grilling them helps to give a tastier, crunchier texture. If you charr them a little, this actually makes them far more flavorful. 

This recipe shows you how to bring out the natural earthy flavors of the beans, simply by adding in a few additional ingredients. When you’re grilling these, you can add in some chopped garlic and spring onions too, which work super well. 

6. Roasted Parsnips

When it comes to roasted items, we normally think of potatoes. The truth is though, despite how delicious they taste, they can get a bit boring if they’re made all the time. This is why it’s good to change things up, and roast a few different vegetables for a change. 

We absolutely love this recipe for roasted parsnips, and just like your favorite roast potato recipe, they boast the perfect texture. Incredibly golden and crispy on the outside, and perfectly tender and fluffy on the inside, what’s not to love about this side dish? 

Parsnips also boast a unique flavor that you don’t get from many other root vegetables. Although it has a savory flavor, there is an inherent sweetness that shines through. 

7. Cheese Biscuits

Now, we know that these are already likely to be a staple in your household, but we promise that we’ve found the very best recipe in town. If you want some biscuits which boast the perfect level of dense, fluffy, moist, and tender, then these are the ones for you. 

What we absolutely love about this recipe, that you don’t get with many others, is the addition of plenty of tangy cheese. Cheese really brings these biscuits to a whole new level, and contrasts perfectly with the gravy flavors of the Mississippi roast. 

You’ll also be amazed at how easy these are to make, and they’re the perfect side dish for most food items. 

8. Grilled Asparagus

If we were to rate green vegetables based on how fancy they were considered to be, then asparagus would be right there at the top.

Asparagus is known for being one of the most flavorful green vegetables around, and it also boasts a unique flavor not found in other greens. 

These are super crispy on the outside, and incredibly soft and tender on the inside. If you want to give them a little added extra flavor, then we’d recommend finishing them off with a squeeze of lemon and a shaving of parmesan cheese. 

Final Thoughts 

To sum up, there are lots of different side dishes you can make to accompany Mississippi roast. Whether you want something healthy and fresh, or something rich and indulgent, there’s a recipe out there for you.