Starches

What do you do with leftover mashed potatoes? Try potato croquettes! They're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and make for a great appetizer or side...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A pretty traditional style fried rice recipe with the addition of either rice wine or sherry in the sauce mixture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A deliciously simply one pot Cajun creation. Thanks to the ground beef it's super satisfying, while Creole seasoning along with diced peppers and onions give it that comfort...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hush puppies are delicious, deep-fried bites of bready goodness. They are often served alongside other fried food like fish or chicken but really can be served anytime you want a carb side...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is a great recipe for learning how to make a basic fried rice. It uses simple ingredients but has all the right flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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These wonderful wedges are just like they make 'em at KFC, but better since you'll have them super fresh. A blend of herbs and spices gives them a tasty, spicy coating and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Spanish rice, in an instant! This quick-to-fix side dish uses instant rice and salsa to whip up a tasty rice recipe in just a few minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Cheddar cheese, chicken broth, non-stick cooking spray, cabbage, onion, bacon, parsley, dried thyme, salt and pepper, potatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These mashed cowboy 'taters with carrots and corn make one heck of a side dish. The only missing ingredient is the cowboy attitude, so these are best...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

You can make these tasty tots ahead of time and freeze them for later (or, eat them right away!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Put the sweet back in sweet potatoes, then add a layer of marshmallow creme on top. This decadent dish is the perfect sweet and savory bridge between dinner...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with Mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, chicken broth, water, cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A cheesy scalloped potato recipe is just about the best way to make the most of a spud. A slow cooker turns the velvety side dish into a set it...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A pleasing blend of legumes and grains. Quinoa is cooked in vegetable stock and mixed with chickpeas, red onion, and feta cheese. Perfect for a last minute side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe is the perfect way to add a little bit of seafood flair to your Thanksgiving feast. This traditional oyster stuffing is sure to please even the most discerning...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, onion, green bell pepper, corn, tomato, rice, Swiss cheese, whipping cream, fresh thyme

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A simple yet tasty baked side dish made with white rice, green onions, fresh mushrooms, chicken broth, and sherry.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A healthier version of French fries. Jicama strips are seasoned and baked in the oven or air fryer until crisp. Serve with ketchup or other dipping sauce.

Method:   microwave, oven, air fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with green onion, hot pepper sauce, potatoes, butter, salt, cajun spice blend, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Let's be real, it's cheesy potatoes we're talking about. But elevating those cheesy 'taters with fresh grated asiago and a fresh burst of parsley? Now we're really...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Love risotto but don't have time to stand around stirring? Try this delicious crock pot recipe that uses arborio rice, white wine, chicken broth, and parmesan cheese.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

You have to imagine that Oprah has eaten some of the best foods imaginable. So, these creamy horseradish mashed potatoes must be divine!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Considered a snack or "street food", these deep-fried, meat-filled rice balls have become popular not just in Italy but around the globe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Trisha doesn't overcomplicate her mashed potatoes. Potatoes, milk, butter, and seasoning. Perfection doesn't have to be complex

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

No need to drag out the deep fryer for these tasty nuggets. They are just like regular hush puppies but are baked in muffin tins instead of deep frying.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Turn the humble potato into French cuisine royalty with this Pommes de Terre au Lait. It's what happens when milk and cheese decide to mingle.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

There's nothing quite like a big plate of Chuck Wagon Fries. Loaded with bacon, potatoes, cheese, and onions, they're the perfect comfort food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Butter, vanilla, and a golden-baked marshmallow topping turn some sweet potatoes into an utterly life-changing casserole.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

There's avocado everything these days, so it was only a matter of time until they got turned into fries. Panko-coated avocado slices would go perfect with a Mexican main...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parsley, black pepper, green food coloring, chicken broth, green onions, olive oil, green bell pepper, rice, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Forget everything you know about mashed potatoes! This is the only recipe you'll need from now on. Perfect for Thanksgiving or anytime of the year.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

These potatoes make a simple and tasty side dish

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Colby, mozzarella, and bechamel sauce turn ordinary potatoes into an extravagant affair. No need to dine out for this delicious dish. This copycat can easily be...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Turn some basic basmati into radiant rice. The mixture of spices, rich ghee, and nutty basmati make this rice dish a winner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Grits are a Southern staple for a reason. Have them for breakfast, have them with dinner, have them absolutely whenever you please. There's never a bad time for a hot bowl of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, shallots, olive oil, arborio rice, fish stock, butter, herbs, mussels, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A healthier, low sodium version of homemade rice-a-roni made with no-salt seasoning and brown rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Spam holds its shape when stir-fried and is a good substitute for ham in other fried rice dishes. This recipe has a little extra kick from a jalapeno as well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A delicious and lower fat alternative to French fries. Made with polenta, salt, and ketchup or marinara sauce for dipping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Microwave risotto? You bet! Get the creamy texture you love from risotto in this microwaveable recipe.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe for fried rice starts off with brown rice as the base and incorporates low sodium ingredients to make it a healthier choice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a creamy risotto worthy of some seared scallops or a fine fillet of sea bass. Using a pressure cooker makes a usually work-intensive risotto...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

Serve as a side dish or vegetarian entree. Made with potatoes, onion, tomatoes, ginger, chiles, and lots of seasonings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Potatoes and onions are cooked in a warm-spiced curry sauce, Kashmiri-style. It can be served with naan or roti, or served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Beef, tomato, and rice with a hint of spice. Spanish rice made easy in the crock pot.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

These parmesan-coated spuds are equally suited to be on a plate with a burger and ketchup or a medium-rare steak and some creamy bearnaise.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you think sweet potatoes are just a side dish, think again; this Outback-inspired recipe turns them into a flavorful star of the meal.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with paprika, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese soup, buttermilk, butter or margarine, seasoned salt, garlic powder, black pepper, hash brown...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Slow cooking the saffron and rice ensures the full flavor of the saffron is infused in the rice. The result is perfectly tender grains of rice with a lovely yellow hue.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with butter, onion, potatoes, milk, salt and pepper, bacon, cabbage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes