22 Potato Recipes Our Readers Love Most, From Creamy Mashed to Crispy Roasted

From classic to unexpected, these recipes are beloved by our readers and are sure to become your favorites too.

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Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora Kaloudis
Theodora's passion for cooking began early on as a young girl, working in the kitchen at her father's Greek diner in Brooklyn, NY. Her recipes have appeared on Delish, Spruce Eats, Today.com, Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon, Dinnerly, Simply Recipes, and in various cookbooks.
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Published November 20, 2025
Theodora Kaloudis
crispy parmesan potatoes (close-up)

Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

The humble potato, beloved by most, is one of the most versatile ingredients out there. Silky, fluffy, crispy, crunchy, the potato is a culinary chameleon. There’s nothing it can’t do—it can even power a lightbulb! These are the potato side dish recipes that our readers love and come back to time and again.

Ranging from classic favorites, like creamy mashed potatoes, cheesy au gratins, and crispy roasted potatoes, to the unexpected, like Indian-inspired Bombay potatoes, sweet and smoky glazed potatoes, and fingerlings tossed in a herbaceous vinaigrette—there’s something for everyone. While perfect as a Thanksgiving side, these recipes are excellent anytime.

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  • Crispy Parmesan Potato Stacks

    Stacked layers of cooked potato slices on wood
    Lisa Lin

    “I made this last weekend. They were excellent. I did modify the recipe a bit. Instead of a muffin pan, I used a cookie pan. A toothpick through the stack kept them from sliding over. Just remember to remove the toothpicks before serving!” —Michael Ableiter, Reader

  • Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

    Casserole of mashed potatoes garnished with herbs
    Elise Bauer

    “I made these with no changes to the recipe, they were amazing! Everyone was asking how I made them because they were blown away at how delicious they were. Definitely going to be my go-to mashed potato recipe! Thanks so much!” —Kristina Lau, Reader

  • Crispy Parmesan Potatoes

    crispy parmesan potatoes (close-up)

    Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

    “Delicious potatoes and so quick and easy!! Made these several times.. big hit with everyone!! Yummy 😋” —Paula, Reader

  • Mashed Potato Pancakes

    Leftover mashed potato pancakes stacked on a plate and topped with sour cream and chives.

    Simply Recipes / Nick Evans

    “This is the best. My daughter is really picky, and she loved it.” —Janet, Reader

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  • Fondant Potatoes

    Fondant potatoes in a cast iron skillet at a table setting with a bowl of side salad, utensils on the counter, a bowl of pepper on a kitchen towel, and two glasses

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    “These are the best potatoes I ever made :)” —Todd Usselman, Reader

  • Twice Baked Potatoes

    Twice baked potatoes on a piece of parchment paper

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    “We loved these twice baked potatoes! Enjoyed a few as leftovers for lunch. They reheat so well. We'll use this as a go-to from now on.” —Carol B, Reader

  • Scalloped Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Gruyere

    Scalloped Potatoes Gruyere Caramelized Onions
    Elise Bauer

    “This is our family’s absolute favorite potato dish. I don’t change a thing! It is perfect as is. I also love that it isn’t too rich, as we often serve it with meats and other heavy foods. Thanks for a keeper!” —Tanya, Reader

  • Duchess Potatoes

    Duchess Potatoes
    Elise Bauer

    “Loved this recipe! Made it for the first time and the instructions were very clear. I found that using a towel to hold my piping bag of (piping) hot potatoes was a great way not to burn my hands. Will definitely be putting this into the weeknight dinner rotation.” —Victoria H, Reader

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  • Smashed Potatoes

    Smashed Potatoes and Two Small Bowls (One with Cracked Pepper and Another with Flaky Salt) on a Baking Pan

    Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

    “These are the bomb of potatoes! You can season them however you want and they go with anything. You can dip them in sour cream. Delicious! I will spice them up next time with some Cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper.” —Randy C, Reader

  • Cheesy Funeral Potatoes

    Funeral Potatoes with Real Potatoes
    Sally Vargas

    “I've always loved the cheese potatoes at Cracker Barrel, but your recipe for these funeral potatoes are AMAZING. oh my goodness I've never had them taste so good. I halved the recipe cause it's just my husband and I. Definitely going to be making these often. Thank you so much.” —Jessie Bowling, Reader

  • Bombay Aloo (Bombay Potatoes)

    Bombay Aloo (Bombay Potatoes) in a large bowl

    Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

    “Best Bombay Potato recipe of the handful I've tried - hands down!” —Chris S, Reader

  • Fingerling Potatoes with Herb Vinaigrette

    Fingerling Potatoes with Herb Vinaigrette
    Elise Bauer

    “oh my god these are delish! (eating them straight out of the bowl now). I'm tempted to just take a large spoon and eat tablespoonfuls of dressing with the potato :) Didn't have vermouth so I substituted sake and it worked out” —Yoko, Reader

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  • Chantilly Potatoes

    overhead view of a dish of Chantilly Potatoes

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    “These potatoes are what dreams are made of. \n \n 3. \n \n They are beyond delicious. I thought I’d tried every variation of mashed potatoes. But these are so unique. Fluffy, light, rich, and so tasty. I got compliments by nearly everyone, even my super picky son. These will be made so much in my household from here on out. I can’t thank you enough for sharing this recipe with us.” —DrewsMomma, Reader

  • Bratkartoffeln (German Cottage Fries)

    Panful of Bratkartoffeln (German Cottage Fries) at a rustic table setting with a bowl of salad, a glass of water, and a small saucer with salt and pepper

    Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

    “I fry the bacon in a non-stick pan first, then use the remaining bacon grease to fry the potatoes. Yummy!” —Briano, Reader

  • Potato Latkes

    Easy potato latkes for hanukkah on a platter spread with sour cream
    Latke photos by Alison Bickel; method photos by Sheryl Julian

    “My mom fried these in chicken fat (schmaltz) but I do love the combo of pureed potato and grated. You must get it as dry as possible. Love to make minis and serve with sour cream as an appetizer” —Gina Kaufmann, Reader

  • Irish Baked Mashed Potato Casserole

    A white casserole dish with Irish baked mashed potatoes, with part of the dish scooped out, on a white marble counter

    Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

    “Soooo good!! Creamy mashed potatoes with a slight oniony flavor from the green onions, a faint sweetness from the nutmeg, and a beautiful cheddar-y taste from the Irish cheddar make for a delicious casserole! No notes to give. I served this with some kielbasa and rolls, and it was a major hit at my house.” —Munni Pramanik, Editorial Projects Manager

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  • Garlic Roasted Potatoes

    Roasted halved potatoes in a large white serving bowl, sprinkled with flakey salt and parsley

    Simply Recipes / Jazzmin Kaita

    “Easy, classic roasted potatoes. Love not having to flip them!” —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director

  • Sticky Potatoes

    A bowl of small potatoes coated in a saucy glaze with chopped herbs served with a spoon

    Simply Recipes / Frank Tiu

    “superb” —John, Reader

  • Perfect Mashed Potatoes

    A bowl of mashed potatoes with butter melting in the center

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Andrew Bui / Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne

    “Thank you for this GREAT recipe! It made our Thanksgiving complete. The mashed potatoes came out perfectly creamy. I also added some chopped chives while mixing and a little as the garnish.” —Sunny G, Reader

  • Sheet Pan Au Gratin Potatoes

    Overhead view of the corner of a sheet pan of Sheet Pan Au Gratin Potatoes recipe with a spoon scooping a serving out of the pan

    Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

    “Creamy potatoes au gratin with a slightly crunchy cheesy top = delicious! The potatoes were extra buttery and melt-in-your-mouth from the cream sauce. A fun way to make a classic side.” —Munni Pramanik, Editorial Projects Manager

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  • Bang Bang Potatoes

    bang bang potatoes topped with sauce in a bowl at a table setting next to small bowl with more sauce and a bowl with sliced scallions

    Simply Recipes / Mark Beahm

    “We loved these potatoes. The potatoes were crispy on the outside but soft in the middle and perfectly seasoned. They had a nice flavor from the paprika and garlic. I didn't care for the sweetness of the sauce, I'll use chile-garlic sauce next time.” —Lindsay D, Reader

  • Greek-Style Potatoes

    Overhead shot of a serving plate with Greek-style baked potato wedges, garnished with crumbled feta, dill and lemon wedges

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    “Love the combo of herbs, garlic, lemon, and feta. Can't be beat! And super easy to throw together.” —Laurel Randolph, Associate Editorial Director

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