Easy Potato Side Dishes for the Holidays

Daniela Apostol

Nov 11, 2024

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Potatoes! I could honestly live happily for the rest of my life only eating potatoes, cooked in any possible way. They might get the bad reputation of being carb loaded, but they are so delicious, it’s impossible not to enjoy them. These easy potato side dishes are perfect for your Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner menu, and cater for all ages and lifestyles. They are indulgent, and comforting, and go wonderfully well with any roast or roast alternative.

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Scalloped Potatoes

A close-up of a creamy potato gratin in a baking dish. The top layer is golden brown and sprinkled with fresh parsley. A serving spoon rests in the dish, with some sauce visible around it.
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These cheesy Scalloped Potatoes are a brilliant side dish for the Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a garlicky and rich sauce, then baked in the oven until bubbling hot. Comfort food at its best!

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Parmesan Garlic Crusted Potatoes

A plate of crispy, golden-brown potato slices garnished with chopped herbs next to a baking tray of cooked potatoes on a blue and white patterned cloth.
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Garlic Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, a delicious side dish for the upcoming holidays. Crispy and golden on the outside, but wonderfully fluffy on the inside, these baby potatoes are incredibly delicious and easy to make. They are also a great alternative to the good old roast potatoes.

GET THE RECIPE: Garlic Parmesan Crusted Potatoes

Crushed Baby Potatoes

Close-up of roasted smashed potatoes garnished with chopped herbs on a white plate. The potatoes are golden brown with crispy edges, and sprigs of fresh parsley are visible as decorative accents.
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Crushed Baby Potatoes with a garlic and parsley butter, an incredibly delicious side dish that everyone will love. Crispy, divinely flavourful, and so golden, these smashed potatoes are my new favourite side dish for the Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner party.

GET THE RECIPE: Crushed Baby Potatoes

Loaded German Potato Bake

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A cross between a potato salad and a potato casserole, this Loaded German Potato Bake is a comforting side dish that will make your holidays so much tastier.
Easy to put together, a big hit with the whole family.

GET THE RECIPE: Loaded German Potato Bake

Air Fryer Loaded Potato Wedges

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Air Fryer Loaded Potato Wedges, a crowd-pleasing dish that hits the spot every single time. It’s perfect for sharing at special occasions, but also whenever you are in need of a dish to impress.

GET THE RECIPE: Air Fryer Loaded Potato Wedges

Potato Rosti

A golden-brown potato rösti cooking in a black frying pan, resting on a textured grey cloth. The rösti's crispy surface shows shredded potatoes evenly cooked.
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Potato Rosti made with only 3 ingredients: potatoes, butter and salt, a fantastic side dish for every occasion. The rosti is golden and crispy on the outside, but fluffy on the inside, and it holds perfectly well without adding eggs to the mixture.

GET THE RECIPE: Potato Rosti

Garlic Butter Baby Potatoes

A portion of garlic butter baby potatoes on a plate.
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Garlic Butter Baby Potatoes, a delicious side dish for the Thanksgiving or festive turkey. This dish so easy to make, and it’s ready in well under 30 minutes. If you are looking for a side dish to impress your guests, these potatoes are your best bet.

GET THE RECIPE: Garlic Butter Baby Potatoes

Paprika Potato Wedges

Potato wedges with a ramekin of mayo on a plate.
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Baked Paprika Potato Wedges with a touch of garlic powder, a versatile side dish that goes so nicely with pretty much any roast, but also burgers, meat sandwiches or wraps. They are incredibly crispy on the outside, but so fluffy and soft on the inside, what a treat!

GET THE RECIPE: Paprika Potato Wedges

The Ultimate Roast Potatoes

Roast potatoes with garlic cloves and rosemary sprigs.
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The Ultimate Roast Potatoes with a touch of rosemary and garlic, the perfect side dish for the Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. You only need to follow a few, very easy steps which will guarantee a smashing success every single time.

GET THE RECIPE: The Ultimate Roast Potatoes

Creamy Mashed Potatoes

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Creamy Mashed Potatoes with a touch of parmesan, the best side dish you could possibly ask for.It’s the ideal side dish for your Thanksgiving, Christmas roast or just a nice meal throughout the year. This really is comfort food at its best!

GET THE RECIPE: Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Deviled Egg Potato Salad

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Deviled Egg Potato Salad with mustard, cider vinegar, mayo, dill and spring onions, a recipe to please a crowd and put a smile on everyone’s faces. It’s such a delicious side dish, that can be enjoyed with pretty much any roast or roast alternative.

GET THE RECIPE: Deviled Egg Potato Salad

Crispy Baked Fries

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Crispy Baked Fries, a healthier way of enjoying homemade fries. No deep-frying, just delicious fries that are nice are crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. 

GET THE RECIPE: Crispy Baked Fries

Goose Fat Roast Potatoes

A bowl filled with golden-brown roasted potatoes, served in a decorative dish with festive greenery and red accents on the rim.
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Goose Fat Roast Potatoes, the most indulgent potato side dish of the season. The roasties are crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside, and are pure perfection.

GET THE RECIPE: Goose Fat Roast Potatoes

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole

The image shows baked mashed potatoes in a white oval dish with a serving spoon. The top is covered with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green onions. Nearby, a piece of the dish is served on a plate.
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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole, a must-try recipe for your Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner menu. Simple, cheesy, comfort food like no other!

GET THE RECIPE: Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Casserole

Loaded Potato Skins

Close-up of a baked potato half filled with melted cheese, bacon bits, and chopped green onions, creating a golden, crispy texture on top.
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Loaded Potato Skins with cheese, bacon and chives, a fantastic dish for every party or celebration. The potatoes are twice baked for a perfectly crispy skin, while the filling is fluffy and delicious.

GET THE RECIPE: Loaded Potato Skins

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