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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Thanksgiving Potato Recipes

    Thanksgiving Potato Recipes

    Published: Nov 10, 2019 Modified: Nov 6, 2021 by GG

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    Our Thanksgiving Potato Recipes round up is bursting with thirty seven delicious white and sweet potato recipes that will compliment any holiday dinner. Choose from mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, creamy potatoes, crumb topped potatoes, instant pot potatoes, slow cooker potatoes and even French fries. Your holiday potato recipe is waiting for you!Thanksgiving Potatoes

    Potato Recipes

    Every Thanksgiving menu must have a potato recipe or two! A potato side dish at Thanksgiving is a must have! Because, after all, what would you put your gravy on if you didn't have a mound of potatoes on your plate? Now for the big decision of the day. What type of potato dish should it be?

    Swirls and some of my best blogging friends have a few, well more like thirty seven or more, best Thanksgiving potato recipes just for you. We have mashed potatoes, potatoes au gratin, twice baked potatoes, sweet potatoes, sweet potato fries, instant pot potatoes, slow cooker potatoes and even sweet potatoes with a crumb topping! Decisions decisions!

    Personally, I serve two types of potatoes, white potatoes and sweet potatoes, and you can too! It's time to make your Thanksgiving potato recipes!

    Potatoes aren't the only side dish you'll be wanting with your holiday turkey dinner. We've got lots of easy side dish recipes for you too!

    And be sure to start your day's festivities with some of these delicious appetizer recipes in our holiday appetizer roundup too!

    And don't forget the star on your holiday table. Our easy turkey recipe will wow your guests with it's irresistible sweet and spicy flavors.

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    Potato Recipes For the Holidays

    Browse over our potato recipes and select the recipes that will compliment your Turkey Day dinner and you’ll be all set for your holiday get together!

    1

    Panko Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    Thanksgiving wouldn't be complete without mashed potatoes!  Panko Garlic Mashed Potatoes combine buttery creaminess with the perfect crunchy topping of panko breadcrumbs, parsley and butter!

    2

    Pecan Crumb Sweet Potatoes

    Our easy mashed sweet potatoes recipe is flavored with
    brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with a buttery pecan crumb topping and baked to perfection. Pecan Crumb Sweet Potatoes is the ultimate side dish recipe for the holidays and entertaining!

    3

    Golden Potatoes Au Gratin

    Golden Potatoes Au Gratin is a creamy cheesy potato casserole that will be your entertaining go-to potato recipe from now on! Slices of potatoes are gently boiled in a shallot cream mixture and then layered withcheese and baked to a cheesy, creamy perfection in our Golden Potatoes Au Gratin recipe.

    4

    Spiced Sweet Potatoes

    Spiced Sweet Potatoes are decadent and creamy with a hint of spice. A perfect compliment to any meal!

    5

    Rosemary Hasselback Potatoes

    Rosemary Hasselback Potatoes are filled with butter, panko breadcrumbs, fresh rosemary, kosher salt and pepper and then baked to tender perfection!

    6

    Buttery Lemon Parsley Potatoes

    Buttery Lemon Parsley Potatoes is an easy side dish brimming
    with the creaminess of Yukon Gold potatoes and the flavors of fresh lemon and parsley. It’s the perfect addition to any
    week night meals and great for entertaining too!

    7

    Twice Baked Cheddar Potatoes

    Buttery and cheesy, Twice Baked Cheddar Potatoes are lightened with Greek yogurt, giving them just a hint of tangy-ness too!

    8

    Grilled Smashed Rosemary Potatoes

    Smashed Rosemary Potatoes are gently boiled to soften, then smashed and seasoned with olive oil, fresh rosemary, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper. Grill or roast in the oven for a flavorful crispy potato!

    9

    Creamy Garlic-Infused Mashed Potatoes

    Have Imentioned that Thanksgiving is my absolutefavorite holiday because it’s all about family and food? I look forward to this culinary feast all yearlong and a favorite part of my day is the mashed potatoes, especiallywhen they’re buttery, silky, and Creamy Garlic-Infused Mashed Potatoes.

    10

    Oven Roasted Turmeric Sweet Potato Fries

    And don't forget the fries! But let's make them sweet potato fries, shall we? Oven Roasted Turmeric Sweet Potato Fries combine two super foods and roast in the oven so you won't feel guilty eating these fabulously delicious fries!

    11

    Rosemary Potatoes au Gratin

    Photo Credit: vikalinka.com

    Your holiday table needs these potatoes au gratin infused with delicious rosemary flavour and made even creamier with cheese!

    12

    Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes

    Photo Credit: www.jerseygirlcooks.com

    Little potatoes are coated with olive oil and herbs then roasted in a hot oven. These Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. 

    13

    Browned Butter Sweet Potatoes with Sage

    Photo Credit: whatagirleats.com

    These Browned butter sweet potatoes with sage is an easy Thanksgiving side dish recipe, but it’s delicious to eat any time of the year.

    14

    Easy Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips

    Photo Credit: dizzybusyandhungry.com

    This simple mashed potatoes and parsnips recipe is a perfect way to dress up your holiday dinner! The parsnips add a sweet flavor with a slight bite that add all kinds of interesting to the regular ho-hum mashed potatoes!

    15

    Butternut Squash and Potato Mash

    Photo Credit: bellyfull.net

    Butternut squash and Yukon Gold potatoes come together in this rich and delicious mash! Awesome side dish for Thanksgiving.

    16

    Parmentier Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic

    Photo Credit: veggiedesserts.co.uk

    You’ll love these 5-ingredient roasted Parmentier potatoes with rosemary and garlic. The classic French cubed, diced potatoes are quick, easy and tasty. They’ll be a hit on your Thanksgiving dinner table.

    17

    Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Fried Onions and Bacon

    Photo Credit: www.frieddandelions.com

    These Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with fried onions and bacon are going to be your new favorite holiday dish!

    18

    Sweet Potato Casserole with Mini Marshmallows

    Photo Credit: www.cookedbyjulie.com

    This delicious sweet potato casserole will steal the show at thanksgiving this year! Made with marshmallows and pecans.

    19

    Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes | Recipes From A Pantry

    Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

    Your whole family will love this super cozy and easy to prepare Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes!!! It is a great comfort food side dish for everyday family dinners, fall gatherings, Thanksgiving, Christmas and even breakfast. 

    20

    Spiced Cauliflower Sweet Potato Mash - Irena Macri | Food Fit For Life

    Photo Credit: irenamacri.com

    Lighten up your Thanksgiving and Christmas menu with this healthy, sugar-free, paleo sweet potato and cauliflower mash spiced with warming cumin, nutmeg and cinnamon. Also perfect for as a side with any main.

    21

    Instant Pot Buttered Potatoes

    Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com

    These Instant Pot potatoes are cooked to perfection with butter, herbs, and garlic. Served with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley. A wonderful side dish to go with any meal, and ready in just 20 minutes!

    22

    Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole

    Photo Credit: realandvibrant.com

    This vegan sweet potato casserole for Thanksgiving has just the right amount of sweetness, an irresistibly creamy flavor, and a delicious crisp cinnamon pecan streusel topping.

    23

    Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Maple Cinnamon Butter

    Photo Credit: lifeloveandgoodfood.com

    Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Maple Cinnamon Butter are a deliciously elegant way to serve sweet potatoes this holiday season.

    24

    Sweet Potato Gratin

    Photo Credit: www.beyondthechickencoop.com

    Sweet Potato Gratin made with sliced sweet potatoes, cream, orange peel, fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese.

    25

    Cheesy Garlic Scalloped Potatoes

    Photo Credit: www.joyousapron.com

    Tender and soft sliced potatoes baked to perfection and in a creamy, velvety, garlic flavored cheese sauce. A crowd-pleasing side dish!

    26

    Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole (Dairy Free)

    Photo Credit: thefitcookie.com

    Serve our incredible dairy free and Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole with your holiday meals! It’s hot and creamy on the inside with a crisp topping. We’ve made part of this recipe in the Instant Pot to make it easier and faster. Plus our recipe is also soy free, nut free, and vegan.

    27

    Ultimate Blue Cheese Potatoes Au Gratin

    Photo Credit: www.gritsandpinecones.com

    Are you looking for a delicious side dish for a special dinner or your holiday table? How about something just a little different from traditional mashed potatoes? Well, hold on to your chef’s hat because Blue Cheese Potatoes Au Gratin will rock your world.

    28

    Cheddar Bacon Ranch Smashed Potatoes

    Photo Credit: moneywisemoms.com

    Tired of traditional? These flavorful Ranch Smashed Potatoes will be a new favorite at your table.

    29

    Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes

    Photo Credit: culinaryginger.com

    Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes are the easiest method of making the best mashed potatoes at home. Faster than boiling a pan of water, this recipe works for regular potatoes, sweet potatoes and yams.

    30

    Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Photo Credit: www.therisingspoon.com

    Learn how to make the best mashed sweet potatoes that are smooth, fragrant & comforting, yet still healthy (no marshmallows needed)! The method is super easy and makes the potatoes taste amazing all by themselves!

    31

    Candied Yams & Apples Recipe

    Photo Credit: saltandbaker.com

    Add some variation to your thanksgiving spread with these candied yams with apples. These sweet potatoes are bathed in an irresistible light sauce.

    32

    Parmesan Roasted Potatoes – Instant Pot & Oven

    Photo Credit: spicecravings.com

    Crispy on the outside, light and creamy on the inside, flavored with herbs and Parmesan cheese, and roasted to perfection. These Parmesan Roasted Potatoes are the perfect side-dish for Thanksgiving or any holiday dinner.

    33

    Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes (Gluten Free)

    Photo Credit: stephaniesain.com

    These Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are easy to make in one pan. Thinly sliced potatoes, onions, garlic and a cheesy sauce all layered together and baked till golden brown. Perfect to serve at holiday gatherings or potlucks.

    34

    Creamy Garlic Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes

    Photo Credit: brooklynfarmgirl.com

    Creamy Garlic Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes. Enjoy this easy to make vegan mashed potatoes recipe that uses broth and olive oil instead of milk.

    35

    Baked Sweet Potatoes with Pomegranate

    Photo Credit: www.goodlifeeats.com

    Sliced Sweet Potatoes are baked in a spiced orange maple glaze and sprinkled with juicy, bright pomegranate arils. It is a gorgeous, colorful Thanksgiving side dish that is a little bit more on the healthier side without sacrificing flavor.

    36

    Orange and White Easy Potato Gratin

    Photo Credit: www.theorganickitchen.org

    Can’t decide between white or sweet potatoes? Have both!

    37

    Yukon Gold Sweet Potato Au Gratin ~ A Gouda Life

    Photo Credit: www.agoudalife.com

    Sweet potato Au gratin: Sweet and Yukon gold potatoes baked in a creamy Gruyere cheese sauce.

    38

    Caramelized Onion Bacon Mashed Potatoes

    Photo Credit: blackberrybabe.com

    Caramelized onions and bacon add sweet and salty flavors into these creamy, dreamy bacon caramelized onion bacon mashed potatoes. 

    39

    Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon & Maple

    Photo Credit: deliciouslittlebites.com

    Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon and Maple combines tart apples, sweet potatoes, and warm cinnamon and spices to make the perfect fall side dish!

    First Published: October 7, 2019... Last Updated: November 6, 2021 for better user experience and readability

     

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