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28 Absolutely Yummy Potato Recipes for Every Occasion

Spuds make the best side dish — and we've got dozens of ideas to prove it.

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horseradish–sour cream mashed potatoes
Becky Stayner

This collection of best potato recipes features classic and innovative potato side dishes and main dishes packed with flavor. Whether you're planning a holiday dinner or making a weeknight meal, these easy side dishes and nutritious dinner recipes are guaranteed to satisfy both the eater and the cook! Some can even be made in your Instant Pot or slow cooker, but it doesn't matter how you make these potatoes—they'll be unbelievably good.

1

Roasted Potato and Pepper Hash

roasted potato and pepper hash
BECKY LUIGART-STAYNER

Whether this is breakfast, or breakfast-for-dinner, this satisfying skillet recipe is easy and impressive.

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2

BLT Potato Salad

blt potato salad

Pack this BBQ staple with the flavors of everyone's favorite summer sandwich.

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3

Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder

rotisserie chicken potato chowder

Bacon and rotisserie chicken up the ante on this potato chowder meal, making it worthy of weeknight family dinner repeats.

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4

Cast-Iron Hasselback Potatoes

cast iron hasselback potatoes
CHARITY BURGGRAAF

Super impressive looking, but simple to make, these roasted spuds are buttery good with every bite.

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5

Air Fryer Baked Potato

air fried baked potato

The air fryer makes such good baked potatoes, it may be worth buying one just for that reason alone!

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6

Parmesan Tots With Dipping Sauce

parmesan tots dipping sauce
Brian Woodcock

If you need a reason to keep a bag of tots in the freezer, this is it.

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7

Air Fryer French Fries

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Use an air fryer for homemade fries! You get all the crispiness with none of the splatter, cleanup, or figuring out what to do with leftover cooking oil.

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8

Horseradish–Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

horseradish–sour cream mashed potatoes
Becky Stayner

Give traditional mashed potatoes a creamy kick.

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9

Hasselback Potato Gratin

hasselback potato gratin recipe
Brian Woodcock

Is the best part of this dish the combo of Gruyère and Parm, the fresh herbs, or the generous amount of heavy cream? We'll forgive you if it takes you several big bites to decide. Keep slices even by using a mandoline.

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10

Potato and Parsnip Latkes

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Brian Woodcock

Cream-colored parsnips make for a fabulous addition to the russet potatoes used in the classic potato latkes recipe.

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11

Potato Gnocchi with Pork Ragù

potato gnocchi pork ragù
BRIAN WOODCOCK

Transform a few russets into an incredibly satisfying pasta dinner with this recipe.

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12

Rotisserie Chicken and Potato Chowder

rotisserie chicken potato chowder

This quick but hearty weeknight meal gets a big boost of speed from leftover rotisserie chicken. And a big boost of flavor from some smart spices and bacon!

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13

Chive Potato Salad

chive potato salad
Brian Woodcock

This super herby, tangy potato salad is so bright and delicious you might not even notice that it's mayo-free.

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14

Potato and Manchego Casserole with Maple Bacon

potato and manchego casserole with maple bacon
Andrew Purcell

This bacon, egg, cheese and potato dish is just as welcome at brunch as it is at dinner.

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15

Italian Potato Wedge Nachos

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Brian Woodcock

Forget chips—these potato wedges are loaded with yummy tomatoes, a mozzarella cheese blend, and fresh basil.

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16

Tangy Potato Salad

easy potato recipes salad
Brian Woodcock

Swap out heavy mayo for red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard in this lighter potato salad.

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17

Potato and Celery-Root Gratin

potato and celeryroot gratin

Celery root lends unique flavor and freshness to this variation on a classic potato gratin.

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18

Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

easy potato recipes mashed
Brian Woodcock

These creamy spuds come together while you prep the rest of your meal.

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19

Dill Pickle Potato Salad

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Brian Woodcock

In just 30 minutes this make-ahead potato salad will be sitting in your fridge, ready to go for your next get-together.

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20

Old Bay French Fries

bbq side dishes french fries
Brian Woodcock

Sprinkle Old Bay seasoning on double-fried fries for an instant upgrade.

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