What’s better to accompany a meal than potatoes? From rich, creamy potato salads to dreamy melting sweet potatoes, every bite delivers layers of irresistible flavor. With four- and five-star ratings, these tasty and nutritious sides are sure to impress. Recipes like our Loaded Potato Pancakes and Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Citrus-Maple Glaze will definitely leave you wanting more.

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Loaded Potato Pancakes

For fans of loaded baked potatoes, this potato pancake recipe delivers all the same satisfaction with crispy, golden pancakes adorned with sour cream, bacon and cheese. This twist on classic comfort food can be modified any way you like. Go beyond the loaded-potato flavor profile and top with some smoked salmon and a dollop of crème fraîche or serve with any of your favorite dipping sauces.

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Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad

This bacon-ranch potato salad is a versatile and crowd-pleasing side that complements just about everything, making it a perfect choice for bringing along to potlucks, barbecues and family gatherings. Our tangy, creamy ranch dressing features all the same classic herbs and seasonings as the bottled version. In a pinch, you can swap it out for store-bought.

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Parsley-Butter Melting Potatoes

These herbaceous melting potatoes have a crisp, browned crust with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Parsley adds a fresh finish, but you could swap in a variety of herbs like chives, thyme or dill. Serve these velvety potatoes alongside roast chicken or pan-seared fish.

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Loaded Baked Potato Skins

Cheesy and oh-so-delicious, these baked potato skins deserve a place on your table. Serve these crispy baked potato skins as a side or cut them into 1-inch pieces and serve as an appetizer. Refrigerate or freeze the potato flesh to make mashed potatoes another night.

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Citrus-Maple Glaze

These roasted sweet potatoes with citrus-maple glaze are a vibrant and flavorful addition to any meal. The natural sweetness of roasted potatoes is complemented by a tangy citrus-maple glaze, creating the ideal balance of flavors. Whether served alongside a holiday feast or part of a casual weeknight meal, this dish is versatile enough to fit in perfectly.

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Crispy Oven-Roasted Potatoes

These oven-roasted potatoes flavored with dill and whole-grain mustard are roasted, then broiled for quick, evenly browned potatoes that remain tender and fluffy on the inside. Serve with roasted chicken or pork chops.

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Garlic-Parmesan Melting Potatoes

Crispy, buttery, cheesy, garlicky potatoes—what else could you ask for? Serve these melt-in-your-mouth potatoes alongside steak, pork chops, chicken or fish. If you have leftovers, throw them into a breakfast scramble the next morning.

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Twice-Baked Potatoes Casserole

This twice-baked potatoes casserole has all the classic fixings in a creamy, smooth casserole. It can be prepped ahead of time, making it perfect for your next big gathering.

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Melting Sweet Potatoes with Maple Butter

As the name implies, these sweet potatoes melt right in your mouth. After browning in a hot oven, thick slices of sweet potato simmer in broth and soak up the flavors of maple syrup and lemon. This simple dish is great alongside roasted chicken or pork and makes a great Thanksgiving side dish.

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Marry Me Scalloped Potatoes

Inspired by "marry me" chicken, these creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes get a zesty kick from sun-dried tomatoes and thyme. While you can slice the potatoes by hand, a mandoline can speed up the process and give you perfect, even slices. For a different twist, swap out the Parmesan cheese for Gruyère or white Cheddar.

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Creamy Roasted Potato Salad

Roasting potatoes is the ultimate way to avoid watery, mushy or bland potato salad. Boiled potatoes can hold on to moisture (even if they seem dry!), which can affect the texture of the final dish. Roasted potatoes hold their shape without the risk of them falling apart, and the roasting process concentrates the flavor of the potatoes so your potato salad will be extra savory. We love the anise flavor of tarragon in the dressing but feel free to use a mix of fresh herbs to make this easy side dish your own.

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Sweet Potato Home Fries with Cranberry-Hazelnut Crumble

These home fries are made with sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber as well as vitamin A, a nutrient which can help support a healthy immune system. Actor Anthony Anderson likes sprinkling a cranberry-hazelnut crumble on top for an easy but delicious upgrade.

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Garlicky Potato Galette

More than forming a mesmerizing spiral, the potato slices in this potato galette become just slightly crisped and golden on the outside, giving way to buttery, tender shingles of potatoes on the inside. The combo of herbs, onion, garlic, Parmesan and just a hint of bright lemon zest flavor the dish. The skins provide some texture, but you can take the extra step of peeling the potatoes if you prefer. A mandoline is a handy tool to use for this recipe; you need to get the slices consistently thin for the best results.

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Dill-Pickle Cauliflower & Potato Salad

Chopped dill pickles offer little nuggets of crunch to potato salad, but don't overlook the brine. Its big, tangy flavor can be used in salad dressings or as a drizzle for roasted or grilled veggies. A little bit goes a long way with pickle brine. It's high in sodium, so if you're using it to flavor a dish or dressing, start small.

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Crispy Lemon-Herb Roasted Potatoes

These lemon-herb potatoes are a versatile side dish that marries the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with the aromatic notes of oregano, pairing beautifully with a range of main courses from roasted chicken and pork to seafood. We love the robust and earthy flavor of oregano, but feel free to swap it out for another fresh herb that pairs well with lemon, such as rosemary or sage.

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Crispy Caesar-Inspired Potatoes

Creamy, crispy and full of flavor, these roasted potatoes are a delicious side for any entree. Cornstarch helps make the potatoes extra crispy, so don’t skip that step! We love the mix of multicolored potatoes, but you can use one color if you prefer. The yogurt spread is reminiscent of a classic Caesar dressing, packed with cheesy, salty and garlicky notes in every bite.

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Smashed Roasted Potatoes

These smashed roasted potatoes offer the best of both worlds: the tender, creamy texture of mashed potatoes combined with the crispy, caramelized exterior of roasted potatoes. They make a perfect accompaniment to seared steak or roasted pork tenderloin with roasted veggies on the side. We love the creaminess of baby yellow potatoes, but any baby potato will work well.

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Balsamic-Rosemary Butter Melting Potatoes

These melting potatoes earn their name with a technique that combines high-heat roasting and braising for a crispy outside and a wonderfully creamy texture inside. The broth cooks off, leaving behind a sweet and tangy coating. Serve them with roasted chicken or pork and a side salad for dinner.

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Everything But the Bagel Melting Potatoes

These tender potatoes get a well-browned crust after they are roasted at high heat and absorb the broth that’s added to make them extra creamy in the center. Everything bagel seasoning, featuring seeds, roasted garlic and onion flakes, offers a delightful blend of flavors and a satisfying crunch. Make sure to space the potatoes out in the baking pan—place them too close together and they’ll steam rather than brown.

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Roasted Garlic-Butter Sweet Potatoes

Roasting a whole head of garlic brings out its sweetness and mellows its pungency, creating a smooth, caramelized paste that blends beautifully with melted butter. When tossed with perfectly roasted sweet potatoes, the result is a delicious side dish that’s easy to prepare and pairs with almost everything. You can even add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme to elevate the flavor profile.

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Loaded Melting Potatoes

These loaded melting potatoes are a comforting side dish featuring thick-sliced potato rounds roasted until golden and tender. The potatoes are then simmered in broth and butter as they continue to bake, giving them a melt-in-your-mouth texture. This version is topped with classic “loaded” toppings and is perfect for dinners when you need something tasty to please a crowd.

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