22 Mashed Potatoes Recipes Sure to Be a Suppertime Smash
To some, the definition of a comforting dinner is meat and potatoes. These two simple things are difficult to get wrong and don't take a lot of effort to get right. Potatoes are a particularly beloved suppertime side. Baked, fried, and roasted potatoes are all welcome additions to a menu, but at most family dinner tables, it's hard to beat mashed potatoes. The velvety texture mixes with butter and cream to create a side that's easy to pile high on your plate. Plus, you can make the case that mashed potatoes can be a whole meal on their own. Skeptical? Try our Loaded Mashed Potatoes Casserole recipe. Want an ooey-gooey, irresistible side that'll be the talk of the town? Our cheesy Bacon and Blue Mashed Potato Bake does the trick. If you want to sneak in some greens, whip up our Mashed Potatoes and Rutabaga with Collards and the kids won't ever know they've had their helping of vegetables for the evening. So, if you're searching for the best mashed potatoes recipe, look no further—we're sure these will be a smashing success.
Classic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: Classic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Buttermilk and crème fraîche combine forces for ultra-decadent mashed potatoes, with just a little heat thanks to white pepper.
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Fried Mashed Potato Balls
Recipe: Fried Mashed Potato Balls
You know what they say. Everything's better fried. Fried mashed potatoes are guaranteed to be a hit at the dinner table.
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Mashed Potatoes and Rutabaga with Collards
Recipe: Mashed Potatoes and Rutabaga with Collards
Whoever said eating greens isn't fun has yet to fold them into mashed potatoes. Positively dripping in butter and cheese, this recipe promises that even the most fervent vegetable haters will lick the plate clean.
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Homemade Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: Homemade Mashed Potatoes
We can't mess with a classic.
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Caramelized Onion Mashed Potato Bake
Recipe: Caramelized Onion Mashed Potato Bake
Think of this like French onion soup, but none of the broth business. Just creamy, fluffy potatoes intertwined with caramelized onions and Gruyère cheese. You're welcome.
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Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Vidalia Onions
Recipe: Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Vidalia Onions
Can dairy-free mashed potatoes be delicious? Yes, we say. Absolutely. Chives, plenty of pepper, and Vidalia onions ensure you aren't missing a thing.
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Joanna Gaines' Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Recipe: Joanna Gaines' Mashed Potatoes Recipe
It's Joanna Gaines, which means it's definitely good.
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Mashed Potato Casserole
Recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole
Piled high with Swiss cheese, breadcrumbs, and fried onions, this is a hearty casserole that'll comfort anyone on a chilly evening.
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Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes
Looking for some lighter fare? This might do the trick.
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Mashed Potato Cakes
Recipe: Mashed Potato Cakes
Mashed potatoes with a crispy exterior? Don't need to ask us twice.
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Tasty Tex-Mex Mashed Potato Bake
Recipe: Tasty Tex-Mex Mashed Potato Bake
Chorizo? Check. Green chiles? Check. Pepper Jack? Check check. A spin on a beloved dish has never been so easy.
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Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese
Recipe: Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese
For everyone juggling a long Thanksgiving or holiday menu. Just bring it to room temperature the day of and bake according to instructions.
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Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole
Recipe: Onion-Topped Sausage 'n' Mashed Potato Casserole
It's a two-for-one dinner, and we won't say no to something so easy on a busy weeknight.
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Bacon and Blue Mashed Potato Bake
Recipe: Bacon and Blue Mashed Potato Bake
As the name implies, blue cheese is involved. You either love it or hate it.
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Mashed Potato Bar
Recipe: Mashed Potato Bar
This is a surefire way to make sure everyone's happy at the dinner table.
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Rustic Mashed Potatoes with Whole-Grain Mustard
Recipe: Rustic Mashed Potatoes with Whole-Grain Mustard
Whole-grain mustard gives these mashed potatoes another level of depth, with a hint of a kick.
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Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Recipe: Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
If goat cheese is involved, you know it's going to be rich.
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Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Recipe: Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole
Everything you love in a loaded baked potato as a casserole.
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Mashed Potato Casserole with Pulled Chicken and Crispy Bacon
Recipe: Mashed Potato Casserole with Pulled Chicken and Crispy Bacon
It's your anything-but-standard meat-and-potatoes dish.
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Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Crispy Scallions
Recipe: Mashed Potatoes with Bacon and Crispy Scallions
Also joining the lineup: crème fraîche, white pepper, buttermilk, and a whole lot of butter.
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Rustic Mashed Red Potatoes with Parmesan
Recipe: Rustic Mashed Red Potatoes with Parmesan
Parmesan makes anything delicious—not that these mashed potatoes needed any help.
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Creamy Spinach Mashed Potato Bake
Recipe: Creamy Spinach Mashed Potato Bake
Spinach is just ruffage. What really got us was the buttery garlic-and-herb spreadable cheese call for here. Plus pecans for crunch.