These Creative Potato Recipes Will Make You Forget All About Mashed

Scalloped potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, and these recipes take this classic side to a whole new level. From ultra-creamy versions to those loaded with cheese, garlic, or herbs, there’s a scalloped potato recipe here for every taste. Perfect for family dinners, holidays, or any time you’re craving something cozy and satisfying, these scalloped potatoes are easy to make and always crowd-pleasers.

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes: A Holiday Classic

A dish of scalloped potatoes topped with golden, crispy layers and garnished with fresh herbs, served in a white baking dish. — Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes: A Holiday Classic. Photo credit: Be Censational.

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes, perfect for your Easter dinner, Christmas, or any family dinner. A made-ahead, and kid-friendly side dish.
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Greek Lemon Potatoes With Garlic & Oregano

Roasted potatoes on a plate with a spoon. — Greek Lemon Potatoes With Garlic & Oregano. Photo credit: The Greek Foodie.

These delicious lemon potatoes with garlic are so easy to make and they are a perfect side to a roast or anything grilled.
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The BEST Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes in a skillet with parsley. — The BEST Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Busy Day Dinners.

Fall in love with this creamy Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes recipe. A fan favorite crowd-pleaser for gatherings and family dinners.
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Air Fryer Potato Wedges

Fried potato wedges with ketchup on a plate. — Air Fryer Potato Wedges. Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

These potato wedges take just 20 minutes in the air fryer and come out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Close-up of a cheesy garlic pull-apart bread with diced ham and parsley, with a piece being lifted, showing the gooey cheese stretch. — Easy Scalloped Potatoes and Ham. Photo credit: Adore Foods.

Easy homemade Scalloped Potatoes and Ham recipe – creamy, cheesy sauce, chunks of ham (works perfectly with leftover ham) and thin cut potato layers, make this dish a crowd pleaser. My readers are raving about this never fail scalloped potatoes recipe. Can be served as a side dish or a main course with a salad on side.
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Potato Croquettes

Cheesy potato balls on a white plate. — Potato Croquettes. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

Here’s an easy recipe for potato croquettes that are crispy, flavorful, and fun to eat. They make an irresistible appetizer or snack!
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Crockpot Potatoes (2 Ways) Recipe

A bowl of roasted potatoes on a wooden table. — Crockpot Potatoes (2 Ways) Recipe. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

Crockpot Potatoes are our favorite easy side dish recipe! Make them Garlic Ranch or Taco seasoned and enjoy them with any meal!
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Home Fries Recipe

A close up of fried potatoes in a pan. — Home Fries Recipe. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

These crispy home fries are the best potatoes to pair with your favorites. Perfectly seasoned and pan-fried with onions!
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Shoestring Fries (Julienne Fries)

A bowl of french fries with ketchup and ketchup. — Shoestring Fries (Julienne Fries). Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

Shoestring Fries are the perfect side for sandwiches to bbq to so much more! We love these fun Shoestring Potatoes that are super thin and deep fried. Once we show you how to make shoestring fries you’ll never make fries the same way again. We love to make ours Garlic Parmesan Fries!
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Pesto Herb Scalloped Potatoes

A close-up of a fork lifting a serving of creamy baked pasta topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs. — Pesto Herb Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Being Nutritious.

No more boring, bland potatoes! Pesto Herb Scalloped Potatoes have a secret ingredient that makes them creamy, cheesy, and healthy too!
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Ham And Scalloped Potatoes

A glass baking dish filled with a freshly baked scalloped potatoes dish, garnished with chopped parsley. — Ham And Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Beyond The Chicken Coop.

Cheesy ham and scalloped potatoes are a delicious casserole using leftover ham This recipe can be made ahead of time and baked for dinner.
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Potato Pancakes Recipe

A plate of pancakes with sour cream and peas. — Potato Pancakes Recipe. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

These old-fashioned Potato Pancakes are so easy to make with leftover mashed potatoes, and they fry up in minutes for a crispy, savory treat!
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Healthy Classic Potato Salad (With Hard Boiled Eggs)

Potato salad in a white bowl with parsley. — Healthy Classic Potato Salad (With Hard Boiled Eggs). Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

Save 150 calories! This Healthy Potato Salad has creamy dressing, crunchy celery and hard-boiled eggs all tossed together with perfectly tender potatoes.
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Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes Without Cheese

A blue baking dish filled with scalloped potatoes, garnished with herbs, on a white surface with a colorful napkin beside it. — Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes Without Cheese. Photo credit: Food Meanderings.

This Old fashioned scalloped potatoes without cheese recipe is a classic comfort food dish that makes a great side dish for a holiday feast.
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Potato Green Bean Salad Recipe

Green bean salad in a bowl with lemon and olives. — Potato Green Bean Salad Recipe. Photo credit: From A Chef’s Kitchen.

Potato Green Bean Salad with Olives and Feta Cheese is a lovely Greek-inspired twist on traditional potato salad.
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Creamy Horseradish Potato Salad

A person holding a bowl of potato salad with parsley. — Creamy Horseradish Potato Salad. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

This Healthy Creamy Horseradish Potato Salad can be made ahead. It’s gluten-free, vegetarian and horseradish adds a twist to a classic Barbecue side dish.
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Smashed Potatoes

A plate of roasted potatoes with feta cheese and parsley. — Smashed Potatoes. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

This Smashed Potatoes Recipe is a fun side dish. They’re like a mix between fries and mini baked potatoes…or somewhere in between!
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Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe For Two

A baked scalloped potatoes dish garnished with parsley in a white oval casserole on a cloth. — Au Gratin Potatoes Recipe For Two. Photo credit: From A Chef’s Kitchen.

A delicious and simple side dish, cheesy, creamy Au Gratin Potatoes for Two is the perfect addition to your date night dinner.
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Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe {Video}

Cheesy baked potatoes with bacon and cheese. — Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe {Video}. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

This is the BEST Twice Baked Potato recipe! It’s the perfect side dish for any meal. Loaded with all the flavor to make it a show stopper.
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Easy Instant Pot Baked Potato Recipe

Baked potatoes topped with cheese and sour cream. — Easy Instant Pot Baked Potato Recipe. Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

This instant pot baked potato recipe is the easiest way to bake potatoes – just add potatoes and water to your instant pot and cook!
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Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes

A plate of baked potatoes with broccoli and sour cream. — Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

These Broccoli Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes are the epitome of comfort food! They are also super easy to make, and can be made ahead of time!
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Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

Golden-brown scalloped potatoes in a white baking dish garnished with parsley, with a wooden spoon resting beside them. — Vegan Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Plantbased On A Budget.

If you’re looking for a creamy and comforting side dish, then this Vegan Scalloped Potatoes recipe means you’ve hit the jackpot.
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Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes {Homemade Sauce!}

A freshly baked casserole topped with melted cheese and chopped parsley in a white oval dish with copper handles. — Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes {Homemade Sauce!}. Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe made with layers of tender potatoes, a rich, creamy spiced sauce, and loads of cheese! Nothing beats homemade!
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French Potato Salad Recipe

A bowl of potato salad with parsley and herbs. — French Potato Salad Recipe. Photo credit: From A Chef’s Kitchen.

French-Style Potato Salad will add elegance to your next get-together! Served warm with lots of fresh herbs and a simple vinaigrette!
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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole Recipe

A casserole dish topped with cheese and bacon. — Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

Level up your side dish game with this delicious Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole. Creamy and rich and easy to make ahead of time.
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Smoky Roast Potatoes

Roasted potatoes on a white plate with a black fork. — Smoky Roast Potatoes. Photo credit: The Endless Meal.

These smoky roast potatoes are healthy, delicious, and always a hit! Red potato wedges are sprinkled with spices, then roasted until crispy.
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Dill Pickle Potato Salad

A bowl of creamy potato salad sprinkled with paprika. — Dill Pickle Potato Salad. Photo credit: Beyond Cereal.

This dill pickle potato salad recipe has been in my family for as long as I can remember. It’s creamy, tangy, crunchy, and smooth with eggs, pickles, potatoes, and more. Enjoy it this summer with your next BBQ!
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Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes

A plate of creamy mashed potatoes garnished with herbs, served on a white plate. — Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: The Recipe Well.

Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are classic comfort food. This version has a generous amount of creamy sauce and is topped with sharp cheddar.
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Easy Cheesy Stove Top Scalloped Potatoes

A dish of creamy scalloped potatoes sprinkled with herbs, served in a white ceramic baking dish on a wooden table. — Easy Cheesy Stove Top Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Chocolate Moosey.

When there’s not enough room in the oven to bake, learn how to cook homemade Easy Cheesy Stove Top Scalloped Potatoes from scratch.
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Easy Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes

A freshly baked scalloped potatoes dish in a round casserole, garnished with parsley, on a marble countertop with a green napkin and fork on the side. — Easy Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

Super creamy, garlicky, and cheesy scalloped potatoes. The potatoes are pressure cooked then baked in a rich cheesy sauce till perfection.
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

A spoon serving a portion of creamy scalloped potatoes from a baking dish, with a golden crust and visible herbs. — Easy Scalloped Potatoes Recipe. Photo credit: A Southern Soul.

Beautiful, perfectly cooked Scalloped Potatoes are a classic dish that you’ll fall in love with after just one bite!
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Scalloped Yukon Gold And Sweet Potato Gratin

A ceramic baking dish filled with layers of sliced, roasted potatoes and carrots, topped with melted cheese and herbs. — Scalloped Yukon Gold And Sweet Potato Gratin. Photo credit: Taste And See.

Scalloped Yukon Gold and Sweet Potato Gratin – thinly sliced potatoes topped with a creamy herbaceous sauce and shredded gruyere cheese.
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Scalloped Potatoes

A plate of creamy mashed potatoes topped with chicken gravy, garnished with chopped parsley, served on a gray plate next to a blue and white napkin and a gold fork. — Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Amanda’s Cookin.

Thinly sliced potatoes in a simple cream sauce make this scalloped potatoes recipe irresistible and really easy to prepare!
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Cream Cheese Scalloped Potatoes

A plate of creamy chicken and dumplings with a fork on the side, placed on a white surface. — Cream Cheese Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

Cream Cheese Scalloped Potatoes are an easy, cheesy potato recipe! Perfect for holidays and weeknights – these scalloped potatoes make a great side dish!
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Mexican Street Corn Potato Salad

A plate of creamy, spiced elote with cotija cheese and sliced jalapeños garnished with cilantro. — Mexican Street Corn Potato Salad. Photo credit: Three Olives Branch.

Mexican Street Corn Potato Salad is a great side dish recipe for a summer BBQ! Gluten free, vegetarian, and a healthy potato salad made with plain Greek yogurt. Mexican Potato Salad inspired by elote perfect for grilling.
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Easy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

Baked casserole topped with melted cheese and chives in a blue dish, surrounded by a striped cloth and fresh herbs. — Easy Vegan Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Vegan Cocotte.

These easy vegan scalloped potatoes are a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other time you’re craving cheesy, creamy potato goodness.
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Creamy Scalloped Potatoes Without Cheese

A close-up of a creamy potato gratin dish garnished with thyme on a white plate. — Creamy Scalloped Potatoes Without Cheese. Photo credit: Copy Kat.

Find out how to make the best scalloped potatoes without cheese from scratch with this easy recipe. A great side dish for ham and turkey.
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Herb Smashed Potato Salad

A bowl of potato salad garnished with dill, featuring chunks of potatoes and hard-boiled egg. — Herb Smashed Potato Salad. Photo credit: Herb Smashed Potato Salad.

This savory herb smashed potato salad recipe is packed full of crispy baby potatoes and tossed in an incredibly flavorful buttermilk dressing.
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Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes

A dish of scalloped potatoes garnished with herbs in a white baking dish, showcasing layers of golden-browned potato slices. — Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: The Olive Blogger.

Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes – The perfect potato side dish for your next meal that’s easy to make and full of delicious cheese!
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Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

A baked scalloped potatoes dish in a white ceramic baking dish, showing golden-brown crispy edges, served on a dark blue background. — Classic Scalloped Potatoes Recipe. Photo credit: The Forked Spoon.

Scalloped Potatoes are an easy potato side dish made with thinly sliced potatoes and onions layered in a homemade cream sauce and baked until golden and bubbly. Learn How to Make Scalloped Potatoes and enjoy this classic comfort food with friends and family for Easter, Christmas, or Thanksgiving!
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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes

Three stuffed potatoes on a white plate. — Shepherd’S Pie Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

Shepherd’s Pie loaded baked potatoes recipe. It is a mash-up of stuffed baked potatoes and shepherd’s pie. A healthy and yummy comfort food meal.
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