Starches

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

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

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
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

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

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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

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

Transform your hash browns into a creamy, cheesy rebellion with this bake. It's comfort food with a bold twist, melting hearts and cheese alike.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 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

Want a foolproof way to cook rice? Try this oven-baked method with easy to follow instructions for baking rice in the oven for perfect results every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 great, easy side dish made with rice, tomatoes with green chiles, green olives, onion, and Jack cheese.

Method:   oven
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

Craving some Cuban? This creamy Cuban-style risotto with butter, onions, and rice cooked in saffron chicken stock makes a great base for some Cuban-spiced chicken or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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

Ready in about 20 minutes and full of flavor. This basmati rice makes a great side dish with fish, chicken, pork, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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

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

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

We often think of pumpkin as only being for sweet dishes, but this risotto is a perfect example of a great savory use.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bacon adds flavor without making this a heavy dish. It's perfect served alongside egg rolls, sweet and sour pork, or chicken chow mein.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Expand your french fry arsenal beyond just potatoes. Root veggies like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes baked simply with olive oil and a few choice spices will be...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

A simple skillet-baked side dish made with potatoes, rosemary, oil, and salt.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bacon cheese fries are a delicious and decadent snack that is perfect for sharing with friends. These salty and savory fries are covered in melty cheese and crispy bacon, making them...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Wedges are the way to go at home and are quicker than cutting fries. Plus, grilling them keeps them healthier. These would be perfect with a creamy condiment like spicy mayo or...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

Baked potatoes in the crock pot? Yes! Wrapped in foil, the potatoes are slowly baked and create gentle steam resulting in tender and fluffy baked potatoes.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This recipe doesn't cheap out on flavor. Bacon, garlic, and savory veggies make this a go-to beans and rice dish that you'll enjoy again and again.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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

The wood chips give these baked potatoes a wonderful smoky flavor. Serve them split open and loaded with your favorite toppings or use them in other recipes calling for cooked or...

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, chicken stock, olive oil, onion, arborio rice, white wine, saffron, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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

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

If you are looking for a hearty and delicious fried rice, you've found it. This recipe combines chicken, pork, beef, and shrimp into one amazing dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Potato slices and Mexican rice are layered in a baking dish and topped with a zesty tomato topping. Add cheese and your choice of taco-style condiments when serving for a delicious...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A side of sweet potatoes is one of the best ways to add a pop of color and flavor into a meal, regardless of the season.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

A simple bread stuffing made with onion, celery, bread, seasonings and instead of plain chicken broth it uses chicken and rice soup for a different twist.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

With just a handful of ingredients this Tuscan fried potato recipe transforms basic spuds into a crispy, golden delight.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Nothing fancy here, no unusual add-ins, just the kind of old-fashioned cornbread dressing your mother or grandmother used to make (and that everyone always loved!).

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Who has time for complicated fried rice these days? Just keep it simple and you'll only need four ingredients and a few minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

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

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Get the creamy texture of risotto without all the work by making it in your crock pot instead. This recipe calls for brown rice, vegetable stock, cream of...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Want the secret to making perfect white rice every time? Here you go!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes