Potato Recipes & Ideas

There are a lot of ways to cook up a hearty, comforting pot of beef stew, but if you ask me, absolutely nothing compares to Guinness beef stew. It also happens to be my favorite dinner to cook for St. Patrick’s Day. In this version, thick chunks of chuck roast are seared and then simmered low and slow in a Guinness-spiked sauce on the stovetop.

Bubble and squeak, with its cutesy name, is a classic British day-after-holiday dish. It is incredibly versatile, as you can throw in any leftover vegetables or mashed potatoes into this comforting recipe — perfect for a relaxing meal after a hectic holiday. Usually made to use up leftovers after a Sunday roast dinner, or a major holiday like Easter or Christmas, bubble and squeak is quintessentially British and makes for a hearty breakfast, lunch, or even a quick weeknight meal.

You’re destined to love this dish.

These are restaurant-quality spuds.

All the pickle girls out there — this one’s for you.

And there isn't even heavy cream.

Crispy outside + fluffy inside = perfection.

These are too good.

On their own, baked potatoes are one of the absolute best foods. They’re cheap, filling, and require practically zero effort to make. All you really need is salt, pepper, and a pat of butter. You could be satisfied — no, delighted — by this simplest of preparations. But let us indulge, if you will, in what a humble baked potato could become.You don’t even need a recipe.

Creamy, cheesy, and crowd pleasing dauphinoise potatoes are practically impossible to dislike. This classic French dish is simple yet indulgent, and pairs perfectly with showstopping mains like roasted beef tenderloin, glazed ham, or prime rib. With a few kitchen tools and a bit of prep work, you can easily make dauphinoise potatoes from scratch.Dauphinoise (DOE-PHEEN-NOWAAZ) potatoes is how the French say casserole of potatoes, heavy cream, and cheese.

It features the crispiest potatoes of all time.

This recipe is a game-changer.

So you’re making Thanksgiving dinner for 20 people and you’re wondering whether you can make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and keep them warm. The answer is yes! Here are four foolproof methods to keep your mashed potatoes warm (or reheat the mashed potatoes you made yesterday). The method you use is up to you; use the one that works best for you and your schedule.

What's a bowl?

You had me at crispy bacon and gooey cheese.

Fondant potatoes look like a dish you’d order in a fancy restaurant. But don’t be intimidated by their appearance — they take less than one hour to make and use humble ingredients you might already have on hand. They also come together using just one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Serve them with seared steak or roast chicken for a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Or serve them alongside prime rib for an impressive holiday meal.

It’s the mash-up we’ve all been waiting for.

Shatteringly crisp!

You’ve never seen mashed potatoes like this before.

My whole family looks forward to these more than the big meal.

The Greek lemon potatoes are a must-try.

Learn the secret to the spud.

This recipe officially turned me into a mashed potato convert, thanks to Snoop’s secret ingredient.

The slow cooker makes easy work of this creamy, comforting classic.

They're perfect.

Potatoes — what’s not to love? Fluffy, creamy, starchy delicious potatoes. Yes, with butter. And maybe sour cream. But a baked potato for dinner is just the beginning. Potatoes also make the best appetizers. Don’t believe me? Here’s what to do.

They're rich in flavor, covered in sweet sauce, and flavored with vanilla (which really does make a difference).

The richest, creamiest, most classic version.

Don't mess with a classic — unless you can improve it.

In the winter, a baked potato (with the works!) is something my family enjoys on a regular basis. We oil and season the potatoes and roast them directly on the oven rack, then load up the steaming spuds with all the accoutrements our hearts desire. When summer approaches and we turn our attention to the grill, our baked potato habit typically comes to a halt. But this year, it’s only just ramping up.

It’s truly perfect.

The spice blend is so good.

Meet your new favorite.

Hint: It involves garlic.

They have so much flavor.

Crackly edges and creamy centers every single time.

You'll want to make every single one of these.

It’s super satisfying.

The new fall essential.

Top them on vanilla ice cream. (Just trust us.)

You don't even have to cut the potatoes.

Nobody wants to settle for dry or gluey mashed potatoes.

Consider this a must for Thanksgiving dinner and meatloaf Sundays.

We tried every method out there to come up with the very best.

Bacon might be there.

The streusel topping just might remind you of candied nuts.

The goal: Cracker-like on the outside and super fluffy on the inside.

You don't even have to drain them.