Tired of "same old, same old" potato dishes? These 20 recipes will have everyone asking, "Do we have more?" We're talking deliciousness, pure and simple.
From creamy mashed classics to crispy fries with a secret kick, there's something for everyone. These recipes are easy enough for a busy weeknight but fancy enough to impress at a potluck.
Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and Dill

So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes with Garlic and Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Get the recipe.
Best Hasselback Potatoes
These Best Hasselback potatoes are the most beautiful potato dish you'll ever make. Cut into a funky accordion shape, this crispy and delicious side dish is sure to delight your family and friends. Get the recipe.
Skillet Breakfast Potatoes
This Skillet Breakfast Potatoes recipe brings the classic diner-style home fries right to your kitchen table. Ready in just 25 minutes, these warm, crispy potatoes with perfectly browned edges and a dash of simple seasonings require only 5 ingredients to make. Get the recipe.
Fried Mushrooms and Potatoes
This Fried Mushrooms and Potatoes Recipe is an easy and delicious comfort food that never fails! Made in one pan and with just 5 ingredients, this cozy and flavorful dish is sure to become a hit. Get the recipe.
Potato Soup
The creamy texture of the soup comes from the potatoes, which are boiled until tender and then part blended until smooth. But that’s not where all the flavor comes in! My recipe also includes vegetables such as onions, garlic, and carrots that add a delicious depth of flavor and extra nutrients to the soup. Get the recipe.
Eggplant Potato Stew
This thick and hearty Eggplant Potato Stew Recipe features chewy eggplants, tender potatoes, and aromatics full of flavor. Made with plenty of veggies in just under an hour, it's the ultimate stew. Get the recipe.
Cheesy Potatoes and Zucchini au Gratin
Cheesy Potatoes and Zucchini Au Gratin is a simple recipe that requires little preparation and great rewards. Get the recipe for cheesy potatoes and zucchini au gratin here. It's an ultimate comfort food side dish for any occasion. Get the recipe.
Warm Potato Salad with Bacon + Long Hots
This Warm Potato Salad with Bacon + Long Hots is my favorite potato salad recipe ever! It has no mayonnaise and tons of flavor from crispy bacon, spicy long hots, sour cream and chives. Get the recipe.
Mashed Potatoes with Coconut Milk
These are the BEST Mashed Potatoes you’ll ever have, with the creamiest consistency ever and the most delicious hint of roasted garlic. They’re creamy, thanks to the coconut milk, but you won’t even be able to tell that they’re entirely dairy-free! Get the recipe.
Garlic Chili Potatoes
Flavorful and easy Garlic Chili Potatoes, made with steamed potatoes, garlic, chili sauce and honey, sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy them as an appetizer or side! Get the recipe.
Potato Rosti with Parmesan and Goat Cheese
Call it a giant potato pancake, latkes or potato pie, one thing is for sure. This Swiss rosti is the potato side dish taken up a notch. Grated potatoes are mixed with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme and layered with a pungent goat cheese. Baked until crispy perfection and devoured in no time. Get the recipe.
Spicy Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
Looking for a sheet pan dinner recipe? Then you’ve gotta try this one! Roasted broccoli, potatoes and chickpeas with a spinach and a spicy harissa sauce on top. Get the recipe.
Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms
Make this Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms in just 25 minutes, with few ingredients and incredible taste. Made with store bought gnocchi and a touch of cream it's topped with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese. Get the recipe.
Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes
This Greek Roasted Potatoes (Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes) is the perfect side dish packed with delicious lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. This recipe showcases the perfect combination of crispy exteriors and tender interiors, resulting in potatoes that are bursting with flavor. What's best is that they're super easy to make, and you don't even need to boil the potatoes! Get the recipe.
Potato and Mushroom Pierogies
These tasty Pierogies is an ultimate Eastern European recipe that everyone loves. Made with just 6 ingredients, these potato and mushroom dumplings are sure to satisfy your comfort food craving. Get the recipe.
Potato Pancakes
When you don’t feel like spending hours cooking, these Potato Pancakes are just the answer. Crisp and golden, these easy savory pancakes are made from mashed potatoes and a few delicious additions. They're good for a breakfast, side dish, or even dinner. Get the recipe.
Bacon Wrapped Baby Potatoes
Bite-sized bacon baby wrapped potatoes with bonus Sriracha Sour Cream Dip recipe is the perfect snack for football, holiday gatherings, or just hanging out at home having a lazy weekend watching TV. Get the recipe.
Easy Bombay Potatoes (Restaurant Style)
These delicious Bombay potatoes take a little time to prepare but are really easy and so delicious that they are absolutely worth it. Get the recipe.
Warm German Potato Salad
This authentic warm German Potato Salad recipe showcases perfectly tender sliced potatoes drizzled with a smoky, sweet, tangy bacon dressing and lots of crispy bacon. Get the recipe.
Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes
These crunchy, crispy, flavorful air fryer accordion potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal. They cook super fast and only need 4 ingredients! Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes.
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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