10+ Potato Recipes You’ll Love to Try Today

Potatoes are one of the most popular and versatile foods you can cook. You can use them in many different dishes, from simple sides to hearty meals.

You can enjoy potatoes in many ways. They fit your taste and cooking style easily.

Whether you like crispy roasted potatoes or creamy mashed ones, you will find recipes to suit your preferences. Potatoes are easy to find and usually affordable.

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Ingredients:

• Potatoes (variety depends on recipe)
• Oil or butter
• Salt
• Optional herbs and spices

Cooking Instructions:

1. Choose your potato type based on the recipe.
2. Wash and prepare potatoes (peel, slice, or leave whole).
3. Season potatoes with salt, oil, or butter.
4. Cook potatoes by roasting, boiling, frying, or baking, depending on the recipe.
5. Serve and enjoy.

1) Crispy Roast Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs

Make crispy roast potatoes by using garlic and fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme. Cut your potatoes into even pieces.

Toss them with olive oil, minced garlic, and your choice of herbs. This adds great flavor.

Roast the potatoes in a hot oven to get a golden and crunchy outside. Season well with salt and pepper.

Add butter for extra richness and garlic flavor if you like. Roast at 425°F (220°C) so the potatoes cook evenly and become crispy.

Turn them halfway through cooking to brown all sides.

Ingredients:

• Potatoes (Yukon, Russet, or gold)
• Olive oil
• Garlic (minced)
• Fresh rosemary and thyme
• Salt and black pepper
• Butter (optional)

Cooking Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Cut potatoes into even pieces.
3. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Roast for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway, until crispy and golden.
6. Add butter during the last 10 minutes if using.

2) Classic Hasselback Potatoes with Butter and Parmesan

Make thin slices along each potato, but don’t cut all the way through. This gives the potatoes a fan-like shape that gets crispy when baked.

Brush the potatoes with melted butter and olive oil. This helps the edges turn golden.

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese between the slices and on top. The cheese melts and creates a crispy crust.

Bake the potatoes at 400°F (200°C) until they are tender inside and crisp outside. This usually takes about 45 minutes.

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice potatoes thinly without cutting all the way through.
3. Mix melted butter and olive oil.
4. Brush the potatoes with the butter-oil mix.
5. Sprinkle Parmesan and salt on and between slices.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden and tender.

3) Twice Baked Potatoes with Cheese and Chives

Twice baked potatoes are a tasty way to enjoy your potatoes. Bake the potatoes until they are soft.

Scoop out the inside and mix it with cheese and chives. Fill the potato skins with this cheesy mixture.

Bake them again until the tops are golden and melted. The cheese adds rich flavor, while the chives give a fresh, mild onion taste.

You can add bacon or sour cream if you like. Make these ahead and reheat when ready.

Ingredients

• 4 large baking potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
• 4 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and dry potatoes. Bake for 1 hour until soft.
3. Let potatoes cool slightly, then cut in half and scoop out the inside.
4. Mix potato flesh with butter, cheese, chives, salt, and pepper.
5. Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins.
6. Bake again at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts.

4) Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Maple Syrup

Make roasted sweet potatoes with cinnamon and maple syrup for a sweet and warm dish. Cut the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Toss them in olive oil, real maple syrup, and cinnamon. This mixture gives a nice balance of sweetness and spice.

Roast the potatoes in the oven until they are tender and slightly caramelized. You’ll get a mix of soft inside and crispy edges.

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons real maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix sweet potatoes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt.
3. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized.
5. Serve warm.

5) Potato and Ham Scalloped Casserole

Use leftover ham in this creamy and cheesy casserole. Layer thin potato slices with ham and a savory sauce.

Bake until the potatoes are soft and the top is golden brown. Add onions or peas for extra flavor or texture.

This dish works well as a main meal or a side.

Ingredients

• 7 cups thinly sliced potatoes
• 16 ounces cooked ham, cubed
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in flour until smooth.
3. Gradually whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
4. Add salt, pepper, and half the cheese to the sauce.
5. Layer one-third of the potatoes in a dish.
6. Sprinkle one-third of the ham and onions over potatoes.
7. Pour some sauce over the layer. Repeat twice.
8. Top with remaining cheese.
9. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.
10. Remove foil and bake 15 more minutes until bubbly and golden.

6) Garlic and Oregano Roasted Potato Wedges

Garlic and oregano roasted potato wedges are simple and tasty. They get crispy outside and soft inside.

Fresh garlic and oregano add great flavor. Cut your potatoes into large wedges.

Toss them with olive oil, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Bake in an oven preheated to 425°F (220°C) until golden and crispy, about 35 to 45 minutes.

Turn them halfway through for even roasting.

Ingredients

• 8 large potatoes, cut into wedges
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place potato wedges in a large bowl.
3. Add olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
4. Spread the wedges on a baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Bake for 35-45 minutes, turning once halfway through.
6. Serve warm.

7) Creamy Ranch Potato Salad

Ranch potato salad is creamy and tangy. Use tender red potatoes mixed with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions.

Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning for the dressing. Boil the potatoes until tender, then let them cool.

You don’t need to peel the potatoes. Add dill pickle brine for extra flavor if you like.

This salad is perfect for picnics or barbecues.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 6 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
• 1 tablespoon dill pickle brine (optional)
• Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and cool.
2. Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble.
3. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and pickle brine.
4. Add potatoes, bacon, cheese, and green onions to the bowl.
5. Stir gently to combine and season with salt.
6. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

8) Smashed Potatoes with Rosemary and Sea Salt

Smashed potatoes are easy and tasty. Boil small potatoes until they are soft.

Gently press each potato flat without breaking it apart. Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle fresh rosemary and sea salt on top.

Roast them in the oven until they turn crispy and golden brown. You’ll enjoy the mix of crispiness outside and softness inside.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds small potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• Black pepper (optional)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).

2. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.

3. Drain potatoes and let them cool slightly.

4. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and press each one flat with a fork or your hand.

5. Drizzle olive oil over potatoes.

6. Sprinkle rosemary, sea salt, and pepper.

7. Roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.

9) Potato and Leek Soup

Potato and leek soup is simple, creamy, and comforting. You cook potatoes and leeks in butter and then add broth or water to make it smooth.

This soup is warm and filling, perfect for cooler days. You can top it with fresh herbs, like chives, or add a bit of bacon for extra flavor.

Blending the potatoes well gives the soup a rich texture. It’s a classic dish that fits well on any menu.

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2-3 leeks, cleaned and sliced
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: fresh chives or cooked bacon

Cooking Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add sliced leeks and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

3. Add potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil.

4. Lower heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.

5. Blend the soup with an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.

6. Add salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Find more details about this recipe at Potato Leek Soup – Once Upon a Chef.

10) Parmesan Crusted Roasted Potatoes

These potatoes get extra crispy from the Parmesan crust. The cheese forms a golden, flavorful layer on the outside.

Inside, the potatoes stay soft and tender. This simple method makes roasted potatoes more special.

Toss your potato pieces with olive oil, garlic, and seasoning. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the potatoes before baking.

Bake at 400°F (205°C) for about 25 to 40 minutes to form the crust. Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes before serving.

These roasted potatoes work well as a side dish. Try adding spices like paprika or cayenne if you like more flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes, cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, finely grated
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over the potatoes.
5. Bake for 25-40 minutes until potatoes are tender and the crust is golden.
6. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.