11 potato recipes so good, you’ll forget they’re not fancy

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Move over fancy, spuds are taking center stage! These 11 potato recipes are so ridiculously good, you’ll forget all about needing expensive ingredients.

A casserole dish with shredded cheese and a wooden spoon.
Surprise Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Sweet Potato Puffs

A plate with a bite out of a sweet potato puff.
Sweet Potato Puffs. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Level up your dinner with these yummy sweet potato puffs. Imagine little bites of sweet potato deliciousness with a crazy good cornflake crunch on top. Plus, they’re super easy to make – win win!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Puffs

Mashed Potato Cookies

Mashed potato cookies on round marble plate.
Mashed Potato Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the ordinary! Our Mashed Potato Cookies are a delightful surprise. These soft treats are bursting with mashed potatoes, warm spices, and the cozy comfort of nuts and raisins.
Get the Recipe: Mashed Potato Cookies

Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

St patrick's day mashed potatoes.
Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Skip the frills and whip up this comforting Shepherd’s Pie! It’s like a warm hug in a bowl, packed with delicious veggies, hearty meat, and fluffy mashed potatoes.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Three baked potatoes on a blue and white plate.
Stuffed Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

These classic stuffed baked potatoes are filled with a creamy cheddar cheese mash and baked to crispy perfection. Simply bake the potatoes, scoop out the insides, mix with cheese and seasonings, and bake again for a satisfying and delicious side dish.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Potato vegetarian vareniki

A plate of dumplings with sour cream and flowers on a wooden table.
Potato vegetarian vareniki. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Dinner in a rut? Vareniki to the rescue! These easy Russian dumplings come in savory or sweet flavors, and my recipe is a breeze. Ditch the boring sides and try a batch tonight!
Get the Recipe: Potato vegetarian vareniki

Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

Air fryer sweet potato rounds with a parmesan herb crust garnished with thyme sprigs on a plate.
Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Dinnertime just got easier! These Air Fryer Parmesan Sweet Potatoes take only 15 minutes for crispy, flavorful perfection. The ideal side dish for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

A serving basket of sweet potato fritters next to a bowl of dipping sauce and a single serving on a plate.
Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Skip the delivery apps & make Sweet Potato Fritters instead! They’re like mini sweet potato fries with a sweet & spicy kick – perfect for pre-dinner. Easy to make, so spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek Lemon Garlic Potatoes in a black dish with lemon in the background.
Greek Lemon Potatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Forget the fries, embrace the zest! Greek Lemon Potatoes offer a delightful twist. Crispy Yukon Golds are infused with a bright lemon, garlic, and herb marinade, then roasted to perfection. Light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Greek Lemon Potatoes

Surprise Potatoes

A casserole dish with shredded cheese and a wooden spoon.
Surprise Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all cheese lovers! These Surprise Potatoes are ridiculously easy and sooo good. We’re talkin’ creamy chicken soup, tangy sour cream, and cheddar cheese galore, all piled high on crispy hash browns. But wait! Get this – crushed potato chips on top for the ultimate crunch!
Get the Recipe: Surprise Potatoes

Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes

Smashed roasted purple sweet potatoes on parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Level up your side dishes with our vibrant Purple Sweet Potato Mash. Forget traditional mashed potatoes; this recipe features a delightful twist with a crispy, garlicky herb butter glaze. Simply mash the Stokes purple sweet potatoes, coat them in the flavorful glaze, and roast until perfectly golden. Packed with color and irresistible texture, this dish will undoubtedly be the star of your table.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes

Goat Cheese & Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Mashed sweet potatoes with spinach and goat cheese in a white bowl.
Goat Cheese & Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Craving a show-stopping side dish? Look no further than our Goat Cheese and Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes! This easy recipe takes mashed sweet potatoes to the next level with tangy goat cheese and a pop of healthy spinach. It’s packed with flavor and guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese & Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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