Made with chives, cream cheese, red potatoes, margarine, milk, garlic, black pepper, salt, white cheddar cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Starches

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Country Club Potatoes
Copycat Red Lobster's White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
This copycat from Red Lobster starts with basic mashed potatoes but adds both heavy cream and sour cream for an extra-creamy texture and uses white...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cornflake Topped Potatoes (Heart Attack Potatoes)
These cornflake topped potatoes offer a unique twist on traditional potato casseroles with their crunchy topping and creamy base. Ideal for feeding a...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Justin Wilson's Hush Puppies
There's nothing quite like hush puppies straight out of the fryer. Justin Wilson's recipe is the perfect blend of cornmeal and spices, resulting in a crispy exterior and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Bubba Gump Hush Puppies
Hush puppies are as comforting as food gets. These give a little twist to classic fried cornmeal pups by throwing in some diced jalapenos and creamed corn kernels.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Ranch Stuffed Potatoes
Mixing together ranch dressing mix and sour cream is downright genius and adds way more flavor than plain sour cream, especially for topping these twice-baked potatoes.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Kumla (Norwegian Potato Balls)
What is Kumla? Kumla, also known as komle or raspeball, is a traditional Norwegian dish made of potato dumplings typically served with butter.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Souper Minute Rice
Make your rice more than just a side with this creamy minute rice recipe. It's the perfect blend of simplicity and flavor, ideal for those busy nights when 'tasty' needs to be 'easy'...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Stuffed Grape Leaves
Toss the spiced rice-stuffed leaves in slow cooker with water and lemon juice and you've got the perfect Mediterranean appetizer or snack. Great hot or cold!
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Mashed Potatoes For A Crowd
Great for large group meals during the holidays. The recipe makes small servings so feel free to increase the amount if you'd like more hearty portions.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Fleming's Potatoes
Leeks, jalapeno, and garlic baked with potato slices and mixed with cheddar and cream makes for a totally decadent side dish.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Au Gratin Potatoes for 50
Perfect for a large group, these potatoes are easy to make and loved by everyone.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat P.F. Chang's Shrimp Fried Rice
This is a great copycat recipe from PF Chang's for their popular shrimp fried rice. It uses pre-cooked shrimp making this a quick dish to prepare.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Microwave Cornmeal Mush
Perfect for those mornings when you don't have time to cook a big breakfast. Just a few minutes in the microwave is all you need. You can top the cornmeal with honey or syrup...
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Cheesy Potatoes With Kielbasa
A creamy, cheesy, potatoey (that's a word, right?) casserole intermingled with meaty bites of kielbasa.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Chinese Rice Porridge (Congee Jook)
Rice and water (yes, that's it) in the crockpot make a rice porridge base that you can turn into a simple snack with eggs and soy sauce, or something a...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Applebee's Garlic Mashed Potatoes
If you love the creamy, garlicky mashed potatoes from Applebee's you're in luck. Make them at home with this copycat recipe with freshly roasted garlic.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cream Cheese And Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
Boiled potatoes with sour cream, cream cheese, and butter topped with cheddar before a trip to the oven. The holy grail of mashed potatoes.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Make-Ahead Instant Mashed Potatoes
Instant mashed potatoes get an upgrade with cream cheese, sour cream, and herbs for a delicious mashed potato dish without all the work.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Creamy Risotto
Rice cooked to creamy perfection with butter, onions and parmesan makes the perfect base for chicken, salmon, or any other homemade masterpiece.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Skillet Squash And Potatoes
Potatoes, onion, and squash are cooked in a skillet for one of the easiest side dishes you'll make this week.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Garlic Roasted Potato Wedges
Garlic parm potato wedges work with anything. Serve them with a bit of homemade aioli for a classy appetizer, throw them with over easy eggs for breakfast, or use them as a...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Creamy Cheddar Cheese Grits
These rich and cheesy grits are made extra creamy by being slowly simmered in half and half with cream cheese stirred in.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cooked Cornmeal Mush
Cornmeal thickened up like grits can be a delicious and satisfying breakfast with a bit of butter or some jam and walnuts.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Cheesecake Factory's Mashed Potatoes
Follow the Cheesecake Factory's lead and add a touch of horseradish in your mashed potatoes. The spicy bite along with creaminess from the gouda makes a...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Gohan (Japanese-Style Rice)
Gohan, or Japanese-style rice, is a staple dish in Japanese cuisine. It is simple to make and can be enjoyed as a side dish or part of a main course.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Dirty Rice Casserole
An oven-baked twist on the Cajun staple of dirty rice. It uses ground beef and sausage in lieu of chopped livers and bakes it all casserole-style in a rich cream sauce.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Crispy Potato Patties
What separates these potato patties from regular potato pancakes? They start off with mashed potatoes for an uber-creamy center once you break through the crispy fried exterior....
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Drunken Sweet Potatoes
A splash of Jack Daniel's is all this recipe needs to give it that extra something-something. The kids can keep their marshmallow topped sweet potatoes. This one is for the...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Ham and Potato Casserole
This ham and potato casserole is a delicious, filling dish that is perfect for any occasion. This hearty casserole features tender potatoes, savory ham, and a creamy, cheesy...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Authentic Hungarian-Style Mashed Potatoes
If you're looking for a mashed potato recipe that brings something unique to the table, these authentic Hungarian-style mashed potatoes are worth a try.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mashed Potato Pancakes
This is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes (especially after the holidays).
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Weight Watchers Au Gratin Potatoes
If you thought potatoes au gratin were a no-no for dieters, you can rejoice! Skim milk and low-fat shredded cheddar keep the calories low and the flavor high for this...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat Stove Top-Like Stuffing Mix
Keep stuffing mix on hand cheaper than the boxed kind. Stuffing cubes are mixed with dried herbs and can be stored until you need it.
Time: under 30 minutes
Rice Pilaf For 100
A seasoned rice dish that can be served with any kind of meat or vegetable. With rich infusions of mouth-watering stocks and aromatic hints of garlic, this dish is a favorite at any...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Heart Attack Potatoes
Bacon, mayo, and Velveeta cheese make an uncompromisingly creamy potato casserole that is oh so worth the calories.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Easy Overnight Wild Rice
Not only does the wild rice turn out perfectly every time, it requires little attention from the cook once it's in the oven.
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Gorgonzola Mashed Potatoes
Who knew potatoes could be so fancy? These gorgonzola mashed potatoes are all about turning the everyday into something extraordinary.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Ronald Reagan's Rancho California Rice
Made with Cheddar cheese, green chiles, onion, butter, rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, bay leaf, salt and pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sticky Rice for Sushi
This rice is perfect for making various kinds of sushi. For best results, spread the rice out to cool to room temperature before using.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Seasoned Potato Wedges
Made with all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, potatoes, paprika, milk, butter or margarine, sour cream, bacon, chives
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cherokee-Style Hominy
Hominy is a type of corn that has been soaked in an alkaline solution. n this recipe, hominy is fried with bacon and onions to make a delicious side dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Onion Rice Make-Ahead Mix
This is an easy side dish make-ahead mix that you can keep on hand for a quick weeknight meal. The rice mix will keep for up to 6 months.
Time: under 30 minutes
Hash Browns From Scratch
Crispy and brown on the outside while still tender on the inside. The no-fail way to make perfect hash browns every time, from scratch.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chicken Carrot Fried Rice
Cubed chicken, fresh broccoli, and shredded carrots pack this fried rice recipe full of flavor. Perfect as a main dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Amish Dressing
This moist baked dressing packed with chopped chicken thighs, sage, and savory veggies is a great example of a scratch-made Amish recipe.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
15 Minute Chicken Parmesan Risotto
Tender chicken serves as hidden treasure amongst the creamy rice with pops of peas. This can be served as a side item or a main course.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Bouillon Potatoes
Thin-sliced spuds with onion, beef broth, and thyme are as savory and tender as can be. A bit of fresh parsley sprinkled over top finishes the job.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Oven Fried Rice
This is a fix it and forget it style fried rice recipe. It tastes like your favorite Chinese fried rice but it's baked in the oven instead.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Spicy Oven Fries
These oven fries are tender on the inside but have a nice crunch on the outside, unlike other oven-baked fries.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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