10+ Potatoes Recipes You’ll Love to Try Today

Potatoes are everywhere, right? They’re one of the most popular and versatile ingredients you can cook with.

You can make them into crispy fries, creamy casseroles, or just about anything in between. Seriously, they’re so easy to prepare and fit into almost any meal.

That’s probably why potatoes are a staple in so many kitchens.

If you want a simple side or something a bit more special for a gathering, potatoes are up for it. With just a few basic ingredients, you can whip up recipes that’ll please just about everyone.

And hey, you can always tweak things to match your own taste. Why not experiment?

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Ingredients

• Potatoes (any kind depending on recipe)
• Basic seasonings like salt and pepper
• Optional items like garlic, herbs, cheese, butter, or mayonnaise

Cooking Instructions

1. Pick your potatoes and give them a good wash.
2. Slice, dice, or leave them whole—whatever your recipe calls for.
3. Add seasonings or extras like herbs, garlic, or cheese.
4. Bake, roast, boil, or fry at 350°F (175°C) to 425°F (220°C), depending on what you’re making.
5. Check doneness with a fork; they should feel tender inside.
6. Serve hot and dig in!

1) Classic Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Classic garlic mashed potatoes are creamy and packed with flavor. Start by roasting a whole head of garlic until it’s soft and mellow.

Boil Yukon Gold or red potatoes until they’re tender. These types mash up nicely and have a creamy vibe.

Mash them together with butter, sour cream or milk, and the roasted garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes
• 1 head garlic
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup sour cream or milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wrap garlic head in foil and roast for 30-40 minutes until soft.
3. Peel and chop potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
4. Drain potatoes and mash with butter and roasted garlic.
5. Stir in sour cream or milk.
6. Add salt and pepper. Mix well and serve warm.

2) Crispy Herb-Roasted Potatoes

You can make crispy herb-roasted potatoes with just a few simple ingredients. Garlic, rosemary, and thyme work wonders here.

Toss the potatoes with oil and herbs before roasting. That’s the trick for that perfect crispy outside.

Roast them at 425°F (220°C) until they’re golden and crisp. Fresh herbs make a huge difference, so use them if you can.

Season with salt and pepper to really bring out the flavors.

Ingredients

• 6 cups potatoes (Yukon, Russet, or Red), quartered
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
4. Roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
5. Serve hot and enjoy your crispy herb-roasted potatoes.

For more tips, check this crispy herb roasted potatoes recipe.

3) Hasselback Potatoes with Garlic Butter

Hasselback potatoes look fancy but are actually pretty simple. Slice the potatoes thinly, but don’t cut all the way through.

The garlic butter seeps into every slice, which is honestly the best part. Mix melted butter with minced garlic and brush it over the potatoes.

As they bake, the butter creates a crispy, flavorful crust. You can toss in some sage or rosemary if you’re feeling it.

These make a killer side dish for just about any meal.

Ingredients

• 8 medium potatoes (Yukon gold works well)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Wash and dry the potatoes. Slice thinly, leaving the bottom intact.
3. Mix melted butter, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush the butter mixture generously on the potatoes.
5. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes.
6. Brush with more garlic butter halfway through baking.
7. Bake until the edges are crispy and the potatoes are tender.

See detailed tips for garlic butter hasselback potatoes at Wyse Guide.

4) Scalloped Potatoes with Ham

Scalloped potatoes with ham is pure comfort food. Layer thin potato slices with chunks of ham and a creamy cheese sauce.

If you’ve got leftover ham, this is the perfect way to use it. The sauce is usually a mix of butter, flour, and milk or half-and-half.

You can toss in onions or other seasonings for extra flavor. Bake it until the potatoes are tender and the top gets golden.

Works as a main or a side. It’s cheesy, warm, and just really satisfying.

Ingredients

• 4 cups thinly sliced potatoes
• 3 cups diced ham
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups half-and-half or milk
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar works well)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
3. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Slowly whisk in milk or half-and-half until thickened.
5. Add salt, pepper, and cheese, stirring until melted.
6. In a baking dish, layer half the potatoes, onions, and ham.
7. Pour half the sauce over the layers.
8. Repeat layers and pour remaining sauce on top.
9. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
10. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.

5) Creamy Potato Salad with Mayo and Oregano

This creamy potato salad uses mayo and a bit of oregano for a herby kick. The potatoes stay tender, and the dressing pulls it all together.

It’s a solid choice for picnics or as a side for just about any meal. Mayo gives it that classic creamy texture.

If you want a little crunch, add some finely chopped red onion. The whole thing comes together pretty fast.

Ingredients

• 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Kosher salt, to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and let cool slightly.
3. In a large bowl, combine mayo, oregano, and salt.
4. Add potatoes and onion, then gently mix.
5. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

For more on classic potato salad recipes, visit Best Classic Potato Salad Recipe – Delish.

6) Smoky Spanish Patatas Rebozadas

Smoky Spanish Patatas Rebozadas are a fun twist on fried potatoes. You coat potato chunks in a light batter and fry them until they’re crispy.

Smoked paprika gives them that unmistakable flavor. The outside gets crunchy, but the inside stays fluffy.

These pair really well with spicy mayo or aioli. They’re easy to make and perfect for snacking or as a side.

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cold water
• Oil for frying

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil the potatoes until just tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and cool.
2. Mix flour, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Add cold water slowly to make a smooth batter.
4. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
5. Dip potato pieces in the batter, then fry until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
6. Drain on paper towels before serving.

7) Smashed Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes

Boil small potatoes until they’re tender. Once they’re cool enough, gently smash each one to flatten it a bit.

This helps the edges crisp up when they bake. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle a generous amount of Parmesan.

Add salt, pepper, and a little Italian seasoning if you like. Bake until the potatoes turn golden and crispy.

The Parmesan forms a delicious crust. Let them rest a few minutes before serving—if you can wait.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds small round potatoes (red or gold)
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
3. Drain and place potatoes on a baking sheet.
4. Smash each potato gently with a cup or potato masher.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy and golden.
7. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

You can find more on Parmesan smashed potatoes here.

8) Sweet Potato and Veggie Roast

You can throw together a simple and tasty roast with sweet potatoes, carrots, peppers, and eggplant. Roasting really brings out their natural sweetness and gives everything a caramelized edge.

Toss in some rosemary or thyme for a fresh, herby note. I usually cut the veggies into even pieces so they cook at the same speed.

Drizzle everything with a bit of oil, salt, and pepper. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Sometimes I add a little maple syrup or cinnamon for a warm, sweet twist. This dish works great as a side, or even as a light meal if you’re not super hungry.

It’s healthy, easy, and honestly, you can swap in whatever veggies you’ve got on hand.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small eggplant, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 tablespoon maple syrup or a pinch of cinnamon

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a big bowl, toss together sweet potatoes, carrots, pepper, and eggplant.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, add rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Spread veggies out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Roast for 30-40 minutes, stirring once halfway, until everything’s tender and caramelized.
6. If you like, drizzle on maple syrup or sprinkle cinnamon before serving.

Need more ideas? Check out this oven roasted vegetables recipe.

9) Chipotle Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Smoky chipotle gives mashed potatoes a little kick. It’s such an easy way to make the usual mash taste more interesting.

Garlic brings in extra flavor without taking over. Start by peeling your potatoes and boiling them until they’re tender.

Mash them up with butter, milk, and sour cream for that creamy texture. Stir in minced garlic and chipotle peppers for a smoky, spicy bite.

You can dial the chipotle up or down, depending on how much heat you want. This side dish pairs well with all sorts of meals.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup milk
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced

Cooking Instructions

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until they’re tender, about 25 minutes.
2. Drain and put them back in the pot.
3. Mash with butter, milk, and sour cream until smooth.
4. Stir in garlic and chipotle peppers.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if you need to.

Want more details? Here’s a Garlic Chipotle Mashed Potatoes recipe.

10) Golden Potato Hash Brown Casserole

This golden potato hash brown casserole is creamy, cheesy, and honestly just so easy to throw together. You mix shredded hash browns with sour cream, Cheddar, and melted butter for a rich, cozy flavor.

Toss in some onions and a bit of seasoning, and it all just kind of comes together. Once you’ve got everything mixed, just pop it in the oven.

Bake it until the top’s bubbly and golden. The crunchy edges with the soft inside—yeah, that’s the good stuff.

If you’re after comfort food that’s simple and feeds a bunch, this one’s a winner.

Ingredients

• 5 cups shredded hash browns
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 stick (1/2 cup) melted butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix hash browns, cheese, soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour everything into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
4. Bake for 45 minutes until the top looks golden and bubbly.
5. Let it cool a few minutes before you dig in.

Want to try something similar? Check out Grandma’s Hash Brown Casserole.