17 delicious potato dishes that’ll outshine the main course

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Move over, main course! This collection of 17 potato recipes is packed with innovative and flavorful creations that will become the star of the show. From crispy roasts and creamy delights to unexpected global twists, discover a world of possibilities where the humble potato takes center stage.

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

Surprise Potatoes

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

Calling all comfort food lovers! Meet Surprise Potatoes: a crazy-easy casserole that combines creamy hash browns, melty cheese, and unexpected goodies for a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for potlucks, game days, or just a cozy night in, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Surprise Potatoes

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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

Level up your potato game! These epic Stuffed Baked Potatoes are overflowing with a cheesy, flavorful filling that’s guaranteed to satisfy. Forget boring sides – this dish is a meal in itself, perfect for a delicious lunch or a hearty weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Sweet Potato Puffs

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

Sweet potato fries are sooo last year. Upgrade your snack game with these Sweet Potato Puffs! We’re talkin’ crispy Cornflake crusts hiding a sweet and creamy potato center. Trust us, they’re addictively delicious!
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.

Mashed Potato Cookies? You bet! These aren’t your grandma’s sugar bombs. We’re talkin’ mashed taters whipped into soft, chewy cookies with nuts, raisins, and a hint of spice. Trust us, they’re way better than they sound!
Get the Recipe: Mashed Potato Cookies

Rosemary Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

A forkful of rosemary hasselback sweet potatoes.
Rosemary Hasselback Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These hasselback sweet potatoes boast a delightful contrast of crispy exteriors and soft interiors, crowned with a divine rosemary mustard vinaigrette dressing. This delectable preparation transforms a potato side dish into a wonderful culinary experience.
Get the Recipe: Rosemary Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder

Shrimp and Potato Chowder in a large crock.
Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Shrimp + Bacon + Potatoes = Chowder Perfection! This recipe is basically a party in a bowl. Tender shrimp, creamy potatoes, sweet corn, and smoky bacon come together for a flavor explosion that’s impossible to resist.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Bacon Potato Chowder

Paprika potatoes and mushrooms

Overhead view of plate of potatoes and mushrooms.
Paprika potatoes and mushrooms. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Skip the bland sides! Paprika Potatoes are roasted to perfection with a smoky spice rub. Bursting with flavor and aroma, they’re a quick and delicious upgrade for any meal.
Get the Recipe: Paprika potatoes and mushrooms

Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

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

Shepherd’s Pie: It’s basically a hug in a casserole dish! This classic recipe combines savory ground meat and yummy veggies, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or feeding a crowd, it’s comfort food that never goes out of style.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

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.

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Lemon Potatoes with this tantalizing recipe. Yukon gold potatoes, tossed in a zesty mixture of fresh garlic, lemon juice, mustard, and aromatic herbs, are baked to perfection, creating a mouthwatering dish that strikes the ideal balance between crispy exteriors and fork-tender interiors.
Get the Recipe: Greek Lemon Potatoes

Stuffed potato patties with a mushroom filling

Three patties on a plate with rice.
Stuffed potato patties with a mushroom filling. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Explore the rich culinary heritage of Jewish cultures worldwide, where mashed potatoes transformed into puree, stuffed with favorite fillings, and generously fried in oil, go by different names such as bastilles or kolduny. Whether you prefer the Jewish Sephardic way or the Russian Jewish tradition, the concept of these stuffed potato patties remains a cherished and flavorful tradition deeply rooted in diverse Jewish culinary practices.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed potato patties with a mushroom filling

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.

Achieving perfection in just 15 minutes, these sweet potatoes, prepared in the air fryer, showcase crispy edges and a fork-tender center. Coated with a flavorful parmesan herb mixture, they emerge as an effortless and essential side dish for any meal.
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.

Sweet potato fritters are pan-fried until crispy & served with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce. An easy-to-make appetizer perfect for any occasion!
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fritters with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

Apple potato latkes with curried yogurt sauce

Cranberry pancakes with cranberry sauce.
Apple potato latkes with curried yogurt sauce. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Discover the delightful fusion of sweet and salty in gluten-free apple potato latkes paired with a curried yogurt sauce, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. These crispy and luscious latkes, a culinary delight, offer a divine experience, showcasing the art of fried perfection.
Get the Recipe: Apple potato latkes with curried yogurt sauce

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.

Authentic Russian vegetarian vareniki are little pockets of thinly rolled dough, hiding within them a delectable filling. Follow my easy dumpling recipe and choose from three fillings of potato and onion vareniki, pink cheese vareniki and dessert berry vareniki, or come up with your version!
Get the Recipe: Potato vegetarian vareniki

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.

Experience the ideal dinner side with mashed sweet potatoes infused with goat cheese and spinach, offering a flavorful and wholesome addition to your meal. The creamy blend of goat cheese and vibrant spinach transforms ordinary sweet potatoes into a deliciously nutritious dish, perfect for any dinner occasion.
Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese & Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Parsnip Potato Soup

A bowl of loaded parsnip potato soup topped with bacon and cheddar cheese.
Parsnip Potato Soup. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

This potato and parsnip soup is creamy, hearty, and filling. Top it with bacon and cheddar cheese for a delicious satisfying treat.
Get the Recipe: Parsnip Potato Soup

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.

Ditch the ordinary potato! This recipe takes stunning Stokes purple sweet potatoes and transforms them into crispy, herb-infused delights. Forget bland side dishes, these beauties are roasted to perfection with a touch of melty butter, offering a burst of color and flavor that will impress everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Purple Sweet Potatoes

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