Starches

This cheesy hashbrown casserole is crazy easy. Not only can you get all the ingredients together in under five minutes, they're cooked in a crockpot too!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Popeye's red beans and rice is a New Orleans classic. The dish is simple but flavorful, and can be easily made at home. All you need are red beans, some bell pepper...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This unique dish layers cooked sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan crust, blending sweet and nutty flavors without fuss.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

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This fried rice recipe has all the essential elements of traditional Asian fried rice with the addition of Hawaiian ingredients like pineapple and macadamia nuts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you love loaded baked potatoes then this potato casserole is for you. Shredded potatoes are mixed with cheddar cheese, butter, and sour cream and baked in a...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Dress up a box of Spanish rice mix with this easy recipe. Simply add extra veggies and kielbasa and the rice mix takes the guesswork out of balancing the seasonings....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Add a little Cajun flavor to your rice side dish. Rice with tomatoes, onions, bell pepper, and Cajun spices make a great accompaniment to all kinds of entrees.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes (especially after the holidays).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Grits and gravy gets a surf-and-turf upgrade. Creamy grits stirred with cheese, shrimp, and green onion pair with savory bacon gravy for a mouthwatering...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This copycat recipe is just like the rice mix you buy at the store. It contains rice, vermicelli, and powdered bouillon. Simply saute in butter and add water.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Want a decadent cheesy side dish? This slow cooked potato casserole is loaded with Cheddar cheese, bacon, and onions...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Dress up your frozen french fries with a heavy dose of garlic. You'll both love them and keep the vampires at bay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Whether you are looking for a side dish for a holiday or weeknight meal, this rich, layered, creamy bacon and potato recipe is the perfect accompaniment.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

If you've been eating plain frozen french fries then you've been missing out. A quick dip in a batter made with pancake mix and club soda helps you churn out some fantastic...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Turn these instant potatoes into a creamy, mashed potato haven with cream cheese and our favorite friend, butter.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Spice up your rice, spice up your life! A little butter and parmesan adds depth of flavor to basic white rice and makes it into an easy, satisfying side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Fresh spinach, potatoes, and onion curried in a rich spice mixture. Vegetarian Indian cooking at its best.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't feel like peeling potatoes to make hash browns for breakfast? No problem, make them ahead of time and freeze until you're ready to use them.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Between the Parmesan-Gruyere topping and the garlic and shallot infused cream sauce, these scalloped potatoes are going to give the main course some stiff competition for...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, potatoes, paprika, milk, butter or margarine, sour cream, bacon, chives

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cornmeal and butter with a touch of paprika and cayenne churns out a polenta that can be served warm and creamy or cooled in slices and browned.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Bennigan's may not be around any longer but you can make their popular potato wedges at home. Tender potato bites are topped with cheese, bacon, and green onions and...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A foolproof way to cook brown rice by using the slow cooker. Perfectly cooked every time.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Yes, you read right, there is chocolate in this recipe! Cooked potatoes are mixed with white chocolate made from cocoa butter, salt, hot sauce, and milk.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Perfect potatoes aren't difficult. These cajun-style spuds are parboiled and coated in spices like cayenne, cumin, and garlic powder before a quick pan fry for that crispy outside...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The crockpot makes short work of potatoes and ham. Cream of mushroom soup really cuts down on the ingredients list, letting you enjoy some creamy au gratin...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

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

O'Brien style refers to the onions and bell peppers in the dish. This simple oven-baked rice dish is great for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This three-ingredient recipe is a winning combination. Red potatoes are tossed with olive oil and Italian dressing mix and slow-cooked until tender.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Awesome Asian-inspired pilaf that's not much harder than a regular batch of rice. Kick ordinary white rice up a notch. Easy to add in broccoli or bok choy to make it even more...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These easy scalloped potatoes are true to their name. Layers of sliced potato and onion covered in a cheesy sauce will be ready in under an hour.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A classic potato casserole. Tender sliced potatoes are baked in a rich cheese sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Learn how to make a delicious and easy recipe for Parisian potatoes. These potatoes are easy to make with a few ingredients and in under 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

It's easy to copy this recipe from Joe's Crab Shack! It simply consists of red potatoes, salt, fresh parsley, and of course, butter!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A great way to have French fries on hand anytime you want them!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Learn the simple steps that go into making a great risotto with this basic how-to recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These twice-baked potatoes are fully loaded with bacon, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, and green onions.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Savory mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic and seasoned with butter and pepper. This side offers a rich flavor and rustic texture, making it a staple...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

If you can boil water, then you can make a fabulous polenta. Simply add cornmeal to your water and stir in your favorite cheese. Makes a great side meal to your meat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make your own copycat version of the famous fried rice at Benihana's. It's quick and easy to prepare, and even has tips on how to make it in advance.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This side dish couldn't be simpler. Just slice the potatoes, season, and bake!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe is a great copycat of the restaurant's Young Chow Fried Rice. It calls for shrimp, ham, and shredded barbecued pork which is the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green bell pepper, carrots, onion, broccoli, cauliflower, vegetables, white rice, brown rice, water, vinegar

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

These slow cooked cheesy grits can be served for breakfast (toss a poached egg on top!) or as a savory side dish for dinner.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Ground beef is a popular addition to fried rice because it is quick cooking and adds a lot of flavor. This hearty fried rice recipe makes a great main dish meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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