11 hearty and satisfying potato recipes where the spud’s the stud

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Craving comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor? Look no further than the mighty potato! These 11 creative recipes showcase the spud’s versatility, transforming it into addictive dishes that are both satisfying and surprisingly delightful.

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

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

Sweet Potato Puffs

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

Spice up your dinner table with some sweet potato puffs! They’re like sweet potato pie in bite-sized form, with a crunchy cornflake crust. 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

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 spuds with some Purple Sweet Potato Mash Madness! We’re ditching the boring mashed potatoes and going for a vibrant, crispy twist. Just mash those Stokes purple sweet potatoes, throw on a garlicky herb butter glaze, and roast ’em till they’re crazy good. Trust me, these beauties will be the star of the side dish 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 an upgrade for your side dish? Look no further than our Goat Cheese and Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes! This easy recipe is packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The creamy goat cheese and spinach transform those mashed sweet potatoes from ordinary to extraordinary!
Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese & Spinach Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

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

Ditch the fancy stuff and make this Old-School Shepherd’s Pie! It’s basically a hug in a bowl: yummy veggies, savory meat, and creamy mashed potatoes piled high.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Shepherd’s Pie

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.

Skip the long prep time! These Air Fryer Parmesan Sweet Potatoes are ready in just 15 minutes. Packed with flavor and crispy perfection, they’re the perfect side dish for any weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Herb Air Fryer Sweet 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 getting a little boring? Liven things up with some Vareniki! These are basically Russian veggie dumplings, and they’re way easier to make than you might think. Plus, you can stuff them with all sorts of yummy things – mashed potato and onion, creamy cheese, or even sweet berries for dessert. My recipe is super simple, so ditch the boring sides and whip up a batch!
Get the Recipe: Potato vegetarian vareniki

Surprise Potatoes

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

Surprise Potatoes are a cheesy hashbrown casserole with a crunchy twist. This easy dish combines cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese with hash browns, and finishes with a surprising layer of crushed potato chips.
Get the Recipe: Surprise 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.

Ditch the stuffy apps and throw together some Sweet Potato Fritters! These crispy potato puffs are like mini sweet potato fries dipped in a sweet & spicy sauce – perfect for grabbing and popping while you wait for dinner. Plus, they’re easy to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen.
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.

Move over, fries! These Greek Lemon Potatoes are the new star. Crispy-yet-fluffy Yukon Golds are tossed in a lemony, garlicky herb blend and roasted to irresistible perfection.
Get the Recipe: Greek Lemon Potatoes

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