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101 Easy Ways to Cook Potatoes

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Breakfast Baked Potatoes

Runny eggs and bacon stuffed in twice-baked potatoes? Yes, please! These loaded taters are perfect for weekend brunches at home. Get the recipe here.

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Mini Potato Gratin Stacks

These mini potato gratin stacks are an easy alternative to the classic French Pommes Anna or Potatoes Anna. It’s a simple dish of potatoes and butter, baked into a cake-like texture. Soft in the center and crispy on top, this impressive side would make a delicious side to any meat, poultry or fish dish. Get the recipe here.

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Balsamic Roasted Sweet Potatoes + Shallots with Yogurt

This stunning recipe puts a Middle Eastern spin on roasted sweet potatoes. Cooked with shallots and fresh thyme in a sweet and tangy dressing, it’s served on a bed of creamy labneh and sprinkled with mild Aleppo pepper (can sub red pepper flakes if you can’t find it).

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Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes always make for an elegant, comforting side dish, and this recipe is no exception. Made with plenty of cheese, garlic and fresh thyme, they’re the perfect example of simple ingredients being used in a spectacular way.

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French Onion Creamy Mashed Potatoes

The sweet, caramelized flavors of French onion soup collide with creamy mashed potatoes in this mouthwatering hybrid recipe you’ll love. Even better, it’s got crispy fried onions on top for a two-texture punch.

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Arby’s Curly Fries (Copycat)

Arby’s curly fries are unmatched in their shape, flavor and crunchiness. If you happen to have a spiralizer, you can try imitating their deliciousness at home with this easy recipe. The seasonings are crucial, so don’t skimp on those!

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Black Bean & Crispy Mashed Potato Enchiladas

Give mashed potatoes a new purpose with these creative vegetarian enchiladas. The potatoes end up with a uniquely crunchy texture, thanks to the non-traditional cooking process. Combined with black beans and cheese, they form a quick filling that will satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings. Get the recipe here.

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Potato Rosti

Imagine a large, circular, shareable hashbrown, and that’s pretty much what a potato rosti is. It’s originally a Swiss dish that can be either pan-fried or baked in the oven, though you’ll get crispier results by frying it, of course. Get the recipe here.

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Guacamole-Stuffed Potato Skins

Here’s a genius way to use up leftover guacamole before it goes bad. It puts a delicious Mexican twist on potato skins that’s great for game-day snacking or as a festive holiday appetizer. Get the step-by-step recipe here.

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Melting Potatoes

These potatoes literally melt in your mouth. Roasting them in the oven allows them to maintain a wonderfully crispy texture on the outside, while the inside gets perfectly soft and fluffy. Not to mention, they’re incredibly easy to prepare! Get the recipe here.

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30-Minute Sesame Roasted Sweet Potatoes

For a knock-out side dish, try these 30-minute sesame roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzled with creamy tahini sauce, they’ll give you a new way to appreciate the cherished orange root vegetable. Get the recipe here.

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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Air-fried potatoes are not only healthier for you but also super easy to whip up as a side to any main. This recipe shows you how to make crispy, seasoned baby potatoes in less than 25 minutes.

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Potato Curry

This wonderfully aromatic, cozy Indian potato curry comes together in one pot with Yukon gold potatoes, chickpeas, an abundance of spices, diced tomatoes and coconut milk. It’s vegan-friendly but with all easy-to-find ingredients and cooks up in 35 minutes. Get the recipe here.

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Kickin’ Barbecue Style French Fries

Is there a more classic combination than a burger and fries?  We don’t think so.  This recipe for barbecue style French fries douses the fries in a hot mix of ground spices before baking them in a hot oven.

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Chinese Stir Fried Shredded Potatoes

This deliciously spicy potato dish is of Chinese origin, known as tudou si. The potatoes are sliced into thin matchsticks and stir-fried with veggies, Sichuan peppercorns and other seasonings for an easy side or vegetarian main. Get the recipe here.

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Potato Fritters

Crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these potato fritters are the perfect appetizer or finger food for any occasion. They’re also a genius way to use up leftover mashed potatoes! Get the recipe here.

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Crock Pot Egg Bake with Tater Tots

This yummy crockpot egg bake replaces bread with tater tots, yielding a crispier, chewier texture you’ll love. On top of that, you’ve got Canadian bacon, onion and plenty of cheese to round things out. Get the recipe here.

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Slow Cooker Loaded Mashed Potatoes

If you’re the kind of person who loads your baked potatoes to the max with cheese, bacon, sour cream, scallions, etc., this mashed version is sure to win you over. Combining the savory toppings with slow-cooked mashed potatoes is an easy way to remake the popular side and please the whole family. Get the recipe here.

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Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Parmesan

You wouldn’t think something with “smashed” in the name could look or taste so delicious, but prepare to be pleasantly surprised. With contrasting textures, plus lots of garlicky, buttery flavor, they’re sure to be a hit every time. Get the recipe here.

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Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

This Shepherd’s pie recipe uses dark stout beer instead of the usual broth, giving the dish a distinct richness and depth of flavor. Use either store-bought or leftover homemade mashed potatoes to layer on top, and cook this comforting dish in the crockpot for ultimate ease.

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Potato Roses

Could you imagine a more beautiful side dish? Thanks to the starch in these potato roses, the petals don’t stick to each other, leaving the roses deliciously soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Get the step-by-step recipe here.

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Parmesan Potato Wedges

Who can resist a helping of cheesy, herbed potato wedges every now and then? This recipe keeps it simple and satisfying with a handful of seasonings, parmesan cheese and about 30 minutes in the oven for a lightened-up side dish.

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The Ultimate Breakfast Skillet with Roasted Potatoes and Eggs

This breakfast skillet is flavored with sweet smoky paprika and is similar to shakshuka with its simmered tomatoes and eggs. But the star of the show is definitely the roasted potatoes, which round things out perfectly with their deliciously crisp texture. Get the recipe here.

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BBQ Beef Stuffed Potatoes

Baked potatoes go from everyday side dish to meaty main when stuffed with tender, mouthwatering BBQ beef. With this recipe, the potatoes and beef filling cook in the slow cooker at the same time, making it a low-maintenance meal with maximum deliciousness.

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Homemade Potato Chips

Crispy, crunchy, golden potato chips are pure pleasure—and surprisingly easy to make at home. Follow this easy recipe, and feel free to toss them with your favorite seasonings, in addition to salt.

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Funeral Potatoes with Chorizo and Smoked Paprika

This cheesy potato casserole might be a popular after-funeral dish in some parts of the US, but you don’t have to wait for the grim occasion to enjoy it any time of the year. Here, it’s made with hash browns and gets a Spanish twist with the addition of chorizo and smoked paprika. Topped with a panko parmesan crust, it’s hearty enough to serve as the main dish. Get the recipe here.

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Mac and Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potato Skins

Take a break from classic potato skins with this creative recipe that stuffs sweet potato skins with creamy mac and cheese. Rich but not overly so, they would make a delicious side dish to steak or any other simple protein.

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Spanish Potato Tortilla

Tortilla, also known as a Spanish omelet, is probably the most popular Spanish dish along with paella. Often found in tapas bars cut into small cubes or slices, tortilla is originally a family dish that is part of a hearty meal. Make this tasty dish at home with our easy step-by-step recipe.

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Winter Salad with Rosemary Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Bacon, and Pear

This nourishing winter salad puts sweet potatoes on center stage, roasting them with bacon fat and fresh rosemary for irresistible flavor. Combined with heart-healthy ingredients such as kale and pears, it’s anything but boring! Chopped bacon is added to the salad, and everything gets drizzled in a sweet and tangy maple-mustard vinaigrette. Get the recipe here.

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Bloomin’ Baked Potato Recipe

It’s less about what’s in these baked potatoes than how they are presented (although the crisp bacon and cheese ensures they are totally delicious). This easy recipe walks you through turning your potato into a beautiful, flower-like creation.

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Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Inspired by Thomas Keller’s “potato pave” dish, these bite-size potato stacks look neat and taste great, especially when dunked into a runny cheddar cheese sauce. For best results, use a mandoline to slice the potatoes evenly. Get the recipe here.

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Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Goat cheese adds a wonderfully tangy dimension to fluffy mashed potatoes in this easy recipe. Once mashed, they then get sprinkled with parmesan and baked in the oven for a slightly crisp, cheesy topping that will make you go back for seconds.

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Potato and Bacon Foil Packets

These potato and bacon foil packets are so easy to throw together and even easier to clean up. They’re also incredibly low-maintenance: cook them on the grill or in the oven, make a big batch for the whole family or portion out individual servings for picky eaters, eat them as-is or set out a few toppings and load them up like nachos… the possibilities are endless! Get the recipe here.

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Potato Hash with Bell Peppers and Onions

This savory potato hash with bell peppers and onions is the ideal side dish for your weekend brunches. All you have to do is chop and dice some veggies, then cook them in a pan to crispy perfection. Get the recipe here.

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Crispy Potato Fish Cakes

No one will know that these crispy, buttery fishcakes are hiding quick-cook mashed potatoes. And the best part ? You can sub in canned fish, such as tuna or salmon, to give you an incredibly easy weekday meal in no time. Get the recipe here.

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Creamy Ham and Potato Soup

You can never have too many creamy comfort soups in your repertoire. This rich and hearty recipe combines potatoes with other veggies and ham for a belly-warming meal you should definitely put in your dinner rotation.

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Garlic Fingerling Potatoes

This stunning side dish features delicious, easy roasted fingerling potatoes that only need four simple ingredients (including salt and pepper) for the best flavor. Top with a dazzling sauce, or serve plain—either way, you can’t go wrong. Get the recipe here.

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Jalapeno Popper Twice Baked Potatoes

If you love jalapeno poppers, you have to try this potato-based version that eliminates the need for frying and still serves up those creamy, cheesy, spicy flavors from the classic finger food. Get the recipe here.

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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

No need to choose between ultra creamy mashed potatoes and loaded baked potatoes thanks to this hybrid casserole.  Prepare the cheesy mashed potatoes first, then add on your favorite baked potato toppings for the last few minutes of bake time! Get the recipe here.

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Crockpot Au Gratin Potatoes

These crockpot potatoes cooked in the French au gratin (cheesy-style) way are just as cheesy and creamy as the oven-baked version. They might not have the same melted “crust,” but no one will notice as they’re scarfing them down. Get the recipe here.

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Simple Vegetarian Sweet Potato Stew

This Mediterranean-style stew is packed with veggies, including healthy sweet potatoes, carrots and spinach. Flavored with plenty of spices, it’s sure to fill you up and keep you warm on the coldest of days. Get the recipe here.

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Bratwurst and Potato Pizza with Beer Crust

Here’s a German-style pizza for for anyone who loves the combination of meat, potatoes and beer. The dough is infused with your choice of brew, then topped with pizza sauce, sliced and seared bratwurst, chopped crispy bacon, hash browns, mozzarella, cheddar and green onions. Get the recipe here.

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Mini Hasselback Potatoes with Creamy Dill Dip

If you want to step up your appetizer game, try this recipe for mini hasselback potatoes with creamy dill dip. Cute, original and a fun alternative to regular French fries, they’re very simple to prepare and will delight anyone who gets to try them.

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Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole

This recipe is everyone’s favorite burger and fries in casserole form with a few modifications: the fries are swapped out for crispy tater tots and the whole thing is soaked in a deliciously creamy cheese sauce for good measure.

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Lightened Up Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas are a classic Spanish side dish or tapas, made up of crispy fried potatoes topped with a spicy sauce. This recipe lightens things up by baking the potatoes in the oven with just a tablespoon of olive oil, so you can dig into them guilt-free!

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Mozzarella Cheese Stuffed Mashed Potato Balls

Turn leftover mashed potatoes into an irresistible finger food by shaping them into balls, stuffing with mozzarella cheese and frying to crispy, golden perfection. This recipe does just that, and they can be yours for snacking in just 35 minutes.

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Leftover Mashed Potatoes Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie is another comfort food classic, and you can pull this recipe together with lightning speed using leftover mashed potatoes. Spread the velvety mashers over ground beef and veggies for a wholesome meal that couldn’t be further from normal old leftovers.

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One-Pot Spicy Eggs and Potatoes

Similar to North African shakshuka, this spicy, hearty one-pot meal is filled with poached eggs, kale and diced potatoes. Topped with crumbled goat cheese, it’s the kind of versatile dish that tastes just as good for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Get the recipe here.

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Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

You simply can’t go wrong with steak and potatoes, especially with this version that lets you cook both of them in the same skillet. Flavored with garlic and herbs, and of course, plenty of butter, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner to make when you’re in the mood to treat yourself. Get the recipe here.

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Cheesy Bell Pepper-Stuffed Hasselback Tomatoes

These colorful tubers are perfect for a creative yet practically effortless side dish to accompany any main. Stuffed with garlic and herbed cream cheese and multi-colored bell peppers, they taste delicious, and they’ll brighten up your plate! Get the step-by-step recipe here. 

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Sweet Potato Pizza Crust

For a gluten-free pizza alternative to cauliflower, try this incredibly easy 5-ingredient sweet potato crust. If you’re short on time, simply microwave the sweet potatoes instead of baking them, and let them cool down until ready to handle. Get the recipe here.

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Crispy Roasted Potatoes with Burrata

Creamy Italian cheese contrasts with crispy roasted potatoes in this incredible dish. Rich and decadent, it puts a creative twist on everyday potatoes with just 5 ingredients, plus salt and pepper. Get the recipe here.

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Authentic Italian Gnocchi

Did you know gnocchi is made from starchy potatoes? It might seem like a complicated dish that you’ll only ever have at a fancy Italian restaurant, but that’s simply not true. Learn how to make an authentic Italian gnocchi from scratch with this tasty recipe.

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Potato Croquettes

Stuffed with bacon and cheese, these croquettes make a deliciously hearty appetizer. Breaded and fried, they’ve got a nice crispy shell with a velvety potato interior. Pair them with a spicy bacon dip, and dig in before they’re gone. Get the recipe here.

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Garlic Smashed Potatoes

Forget mashing your potatoes, have you ever tried simply smashing them? These garlic smashed potatoes are the perfect mix between baked potatoes and mashed potatoes, not to mention super easy to make! Get the recipe here.

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French Fry Nachos

When it comes to making nachos, French fries work just as well as (if not better than) tortilla chips. Loaded with classic toppings such as cheese, tomatoes, sour cream, onions, etc., they’re even more filling than their chip-based counterpart. Get the recipe here.

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Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with Sweet’n’Savory Bacon Pecans

This bourbon sweet potato casserole might be a side dish, but it’s so good it will almost certainly steal the show. You’ll want to put the incredible sweet and savory bacon pecan topping onto everything you make. And no, you don’t have to wait until next Thanksgiving to try it. Get the recipe here.

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Spiral Potatoes

Deep-fried spiral potatoes are a popular fair food, and with good reason! Their unique shape makes them fun to eat and it’s surprisingly easy to achieve with a good knife at your disposal. Get the recipe here.

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Loaded Idaho Potato Kimchi Fries

American and Korean cuisines collide in this comforting recipe. Crispy homemade fries are topped with Korean-style beef, kimchi, and other pickled veggies for the ultimate chow-down food. This is the perfect dish to make for binge-watching sessions or game night.

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Crockpot Hash Brown Casserole

With store-bought hash browns, cheddar cheese, mushrooms and bacon, this hashbrown casserole comes together with a mere 10 minutes of prep time before being tossed in the crockpot. It also contains a made-from-scratch creamy, flavorful base in lieu of canned soups. Get the recipe here.

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Duchess Potatoes

Duchess potatoes are basically a fancy French version of mashed potatoes. They’re baked with the addition of egg yolks, which helps them hold their shape, and they make for a beautiful side dish to any main. Get the recipe here.

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Cheesy Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

Breakfast just got really exciting thanks to these cheesy leftover mashed potato pancakes. And what could be a better start to the day than these hot-out-the-oven, crispy, cheesy potato pancakes garnished with fresh sour cream ? Get the recipe here.

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Chili Lime Sweet Potato and Chicken Skillet

This tasty sweet potato and chicken skillet is packed with protein thanks to chicken and black beans, all jazzed up with chili and cumin, lime zest and cilantro. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt to cut through those spices and any other fave Tex-Mex toppings. Get the recipe here.

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Buttery Boiled Potatoes

When you’re not in the mood to do an elaborate potato dish, turn to these simple yet wonderfully tasty boiled potatoes. Coated in butter and fresh parsley, they’re a weeknight-friendly dinner side ready in less than 30 minutes. Get the recipe here.

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Hasselback Potato Ring

This gorgeous hasselback potato ring is filled with buttery, garlicky, herbed flavors, and it’s super easy to prepare. While it does take a while to bake, the wait will be worth it when you dig your fork into this warm and crispy dish. Get the recipe here.

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Duck Fat Home Fries

Cooking your potatoes in duck fat is the ultimate potato hack that’s widely used in French cuisine and especially for the famous confit de canard (duck thigh confit) dish. This recipe shows you how to use it and take your home fries to a whole new level.

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Best-Ever Malai Kofta

This exotic Indian dish is made with mashed potatoes formed into kofta balls with nuts, dried fruit, fresh cilantro and seasonings. The balls are fried and smothered in a fragrantly spiced sauce you’ll want to sop up with some fluffy naan bread. Get the recipe here.

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Ham Pot Pie

Potatoes are the perfect hearty addition to pot pie, and this recipe incorporates them along with leftover holiday ham (you can use regular cubed ham, too) for a pleasing take on classic comfort food.

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Garlic Truffle Fries

These homemade fries are miles away from anything you can find at a fast food joint. The matchstick taters are covered in minced garlic and truffle oil, for those times when you want some comfort food without much effort. Get the recipe here.

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Kielbasa, Pepper, Onion and Potato Hash

For this hearty skillet recipe, you have to do little more than slice up a package of kielbasa sausage, dice some peppers, onions and potatoes, then fry and saute everything in separate skillets before tossing it all together.

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Twice Baked Cranberry & Pancetta Sweet Potatoes with Balsamic Glaze

Tangy goat cheese is stirred into the sweet potato filling for these twice-baked potatoes, along with tart cranberries, savory pancetta and fresh sage. With extra crumbled goat cheese melted on top and a lovely balsamic glaze, these are definitely worthy of your next special occasion dinner. Get the recipe here.

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Bangers and Mash with Sweet Apple Gravy

This classic British dish is hearty, stick-to-your-ribs good, and guaranteed to please the whole family. Silky mashed potatoes are served with sausages in a sweet and savory gravy, for an easy dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. Get the recipe here.

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Best Ever Potato Salad

In this classic potato salad, one-inch pieces of crispy bacon add some serious crunch, along with diced celery and green pepper to complement the perfectly tender potatoes. If that’s not enough to convince you, there are also some bacon drippings whisked into the dressing for good measure. Get the recipe here.

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Sloppy Joe Sheet Pan Totchos

You’ll be counting down ’til the next game day or any day where you can indulge in these amazing sheet pan sloppy Joe “totchos.” Covered in sloppy joe meat, the tater tots are also loaded with fresh, crispy veggies, herbs, and cheese. Get the recipe here.

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Homemade Cheddar Pierogies

Stick to tradition with these delicious homemade pierogi, filled with the ever-comforting cheese and potato combination. While you’re at it, make an extra batch for the freezer to have on hand when the craving strikes. Get the recipe here.

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Pilpelchuma Potato Salad

If your vision of potato salad is a mayonnaise-y mess, think again. This recipe is every bit as easy, but with a deliciously spicy twist. Pilpelchuma is a Libyan spice blend made from chilies and garlic, and once you taste it, you’ll be hooked!

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Fast Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Twice-Baked Potatoes

With this genius shortcut recipe for twice-baked potatoes, you save loads of time by cooking  the potatoes in the microwave first. Then all you have to do is prepare the cheesy chicken and broccoli filling, load ’em up and bake.

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Shrimp Po’ Boy Loaded Fries

This recipe serves up a loaded fries version of the classic New Orleans po’ boy sandwich, combining all the delicious elements of the Cajun-style dish with crispy battered shrimp, avocado sour cream and a punchy remoulade to finish it all off.

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Edible Potato Pebbles

Inspired by Michelin-starred French Chef Alexandre Couillon, these potatoes are sure to wow even the most demanding dinner guests! Not only are they beautiful to look at but they also contain zero fat, making them a sophisticated and healthy side. Get the step-by-step recipe here.

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Tater Tots Shepherd’s Pie

Here’s a shortcut for shepherd’s pie that will save you time and effort. Skip the whole cooking and mashing potatoes business, and top your pie with tater tots instead. That crispy, golden crunch atop wholesome veggies and flavorful beef is the best substitute. Get the recipe here.

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Sauteed Potatoes and Leeks with Bacon and Parmesan

Leeks, bacon and parmesan work amazingly well with potatoes, and this recipe is no exception. Use any skin-on cooked potatoes you already have, to get that amazing crispiness when they go in the pan. Note: they won’t take very long to cook as they only need to be heated through.

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Loaded Mashed Potato Waffles

Yet another genius way to recycle leftover mashed potatoes, these loaded waffles are also flavored with buttermilk, scallions, cheddar cheese and bacon fat. Drizzled with a sour cream buttermilk sauce, they definitely deserve a regular spot on your weekend brunch menu. Get the recipe here.

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Potato Focaccia with Olives and Cherry Tomatoes

This super creative recipe turns focaccia into a super soft, fluffy concoction—from a small batch of mashed potatoes. Dotted with tomatoes and olives, this bread can be eaten at any meal, but it’s especially fitting for breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe here.

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Bacon Wrapped Potato Wedges

Bacon-wrapped potato wedges. Need we say more? Just when you thought potato wedges were delicious enough, this recipe comes along and shakes things up. These make a great appetizer or game day snack—or for any meal where you feel like adding bacon to your potatoes.

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Lobster Mashed Potatoes

Want to take your mashed potatoes to the next level? Add lobster! This decadent dish incorporates lobster meat into the buttery potatoes, creating a truly luxurious side. Get the recipe here.

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Slow Cooker Bacon, Egg And Hash Brown Casserole

Bacon, eggs and hash browns are the classic breakfast or brunch combo that will satisfy the whole family. This slow cooker recipe is a tasty mashup of all three, with a tantalizing molten cheddar topping.

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Cheesy Jalapeno Potato Poppers

This recipe takes mashed potatoes and makes them even more craveable by turning them into jalapeno poppers. The silky, buttery potatoes are the perfect match for the spicy peppers, and they cool your tongue off just enough to keep going back for more.

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Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Satisfy your cozy soup cravings with the ultimate loaded baked potato soup! It’s filling enough to eat on its own or with a refreshing side of salad greens and vinaigrette to cut the richness. Get the recipe here.

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Italian Sausage Microwave Baked Potatoes

Step up your baked potato game with this easy recipe. Spicy and cheesy, these baked potatoes are so satisfying, they could easily be served for lunch or dinner. Better yet, you can “bake” them in the microwave so they’re ready in just 25 minutes.

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Cheesy Enchiladas with Lamb and Breakfast Potatoes

Ground lamb, breakfast potatoes and beans make up this this brunch-friendly Tex-mex dish that will replenish your energy stores after a long week. Topped with plenty of gooey cheese, you’ll want to serve this goodness with your favorite hot sauce. Get the recipe here.

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Spudnuts

Never made doughnuts with mashed potatoes? Now’s the time to start! Not simply for the added fun factor or to get rid of leftover mashed spuds, the potatoes actually make this dough incredibly smooth. Get the recipe here.

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Roasted Peri Peri Potatoes

Peri-peri is a hot pepper that’s popular in African countries and Portugal. You may know it from the international Nando’s chicken chain. On these savory roasted potatoes, it takes the form of a zingy seasoning mixture that gives the dish a smoky depth of flavor. Get the recipe here.

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Smoky Steak Potato and Pepper Skillet

Looking for a hearty steak and potato dinner that comes together in one pan with minimal effort? Try this recipe for smoky steak, potato and peppers, made with cubed sirloin steak, sliced sweet peppers and cubed Korean yam. You’ll probably have to look for the potatoes at a local Asian grocer, but the search is worth the beautiful and tasty results.

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Cheesy Sweet Potato and Zucchini Bites

Make eating your vegetables even easier with this recipe for cheesy sweet potato and zucchini bites. With minimal prep required, they bake up to crispy deliciousness in just 30 minutes. Serve as an afternoon snack or side dish.

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Leftover Mashed Potato Soufflé with Blue Cheese

Who knew you could make something so fancy out of mashed potatoes ? This recipe brings new dimensions to the soufflé with its crumbly, crunchy topping, while retaining the quintessential puffiness.

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Sweet Potato & Avocado Bites

For a more nutritious snack, turn to these bite-sized sweet potato and avocado morsels. Not only are they decked out in festive colors, but they’re also vegan-friendly and full of fresh and natural ingredients. Get the recipe here.

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Slow Cooker Taco Tater Tot Casserole

This delicious tater tot casserole has all of the taco essentials in one easy, low-fuss dish for your slow cooker. Cheesy and delicious, it’s great for a Tex-Mex meal during the week or for your weekend brunches. Get the recipe here.

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One-Pan Salisbury Steak + Potatoes

Here’s another 2-in-1 meat and potatoes recipe that makes an old-fashioned dinner fave even easier to prepare. Homemade Salisbury steaks and diced potatoes bake together for an easy weeknight dinner ready in just 40 minutes.

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Spiced Beef And Sweet Potato Bowls With Crispy Eggs

Nourishing one-bowl meals that combine lots of tastes and textures are the best, like this spiced beef and sweet potato bowl with crispy eggs. You can serve this recipe up in just 30 minutes, and add fresh halved figs and goat cheese for a sweet and tangy finish.

food, 101 easy ways to cook potatoes

Texas Style New Potato Salad

This beautiful, multi-colored potato salad is nothing like you’re used to with its spicy, earthy flavors and unique ingredient combination. Serrano chiles add heat, crispy bacon adds flavor, and cilantro adds a hint of freshness to complement the simple red wine vinaigrette. Get the recipe here.

food, 101 easy ways to cook potatoes

Sicilian Potato Pesto Pasta

Carbs on carbs? We’re here for it. This Sicilian recipe serves up pasta in a homemade basil pesto sauce with cubed, boiled potatoes for a vegetarian meal that was made for those who love starchy foods. If you’re feeling skeptical, don’t knock it ’til you tried it.

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