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Potato Hay

Potato Hay

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut potatoes into spirals using the medium grating attachment on a spiralizer, cutting the spirals with kitchen shears after 4 or 5 rotations.
  2. 2 Soak potato spirals in a bowl of water for 20 minutes. Drain and rinse well. Pat potatoes dry with paper towels, removing as much moisture as possible.
  3. 3 Place potato spirals in a large resealable plastic bag. Add oil, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  4. 4 Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  5. 5 Place 1/2 of the potato spirals in the fry basket and insert into the air fryer. Cook until golden, about 5 minutes.
  6. 6 Increase temperature to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C). Pull out the fry basket and toss potato spirals using tongs. Return basket to the air fryer and continue cooking, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
  7. 7 Reduce temperature to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) and repeat with remaining potato spirals.

By N8TE

Microwave Mashed Potatoes

Microwave Mashed Potatoes

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place cubed potatoes in a microwave safe dish. Cover with water.
  2. 2 Microwave until soft on high, about 20 minutes. Drain in a colander.
  3. 3 Place drained potatoes back in the dish. Add butter and milk. Using a potato masher, smash mixture to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Crispy Coated Cajun Fries

Crispy Coated Cajun Fries

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place cut potatoes into a large bowl of cold water. Soak for 10 minutes. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the corn flour, corn meal, and Cajun seasoning. Shake the bag to blend. Drain the potatoes, but leave them wet. Place the fries in the plastic bag with the seasoning, and shake to coat.
  2. 2 Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  3. 3 Cook fries in hot oil for 7 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the fryer to paper towels to drain. Season with a small amount of salt.

By SUNNYBC

Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes

Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cover potatoes with cold water by 1 inch in a large saucepan. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil until potatoes are fork-tender but still hold their shape, about 10 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Return potatoes to saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until excess liquid has evaporated and potatoes are dry, about 1 minute. Process hot potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat half-and-half and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until warmed and butter is melted, about 3 minutes; gradually pour into riced potatoes. Stir to incorporate; season with pepper and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Garnish with parsley.

By Nicole Hopper

Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin

Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
135 min
Total
155 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread about 2/3 of one can of mushroom soup into the bottom of a 9-inch square baking dish. Layer about 1/2 of the ham slices, 1/3 of the potato slices, 1/2 of the onion slices, and 1/3 of the Italian cheese blend atop mushroom soup.
  3. 3 Layer about 1/2 of the remaining potatoes atop the first layers. Mix soup remaining in first can with milk; pour over potatoes.
  4. 4 Finish layering with remaining ham slices, remaining onion slices, about 1/2 of the remaining cheese, and remaining potato slices. Spread second can of mushroom soup over the top layer. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove foil and continue baking for another 45 minutes. Turn heat off, replace aluminum foil on the dish, and let the potatoes bake in the cooling oven until the sauce is absorbed, about 30 minutes more.

By Barbara Burns

Homemade Crispy Hash Browns

Homemade Crispy Hash Browns

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Rinse shredded potatoes until water is clear, then drain and squeeze dry. Place shreds in a bowl and mix in the onion, flour, and egg until evenly distributed.
  3. 3 Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is sizzling hot, place potatoes into the pan in a 1/2-inch thick layer. Cover the whole bottom of the pan, or make separate piles like pancakes.
  4. 4 Cook until nicely browned on the bottom, then flip over and brown on the other side. It should take at least 5 minutes per side. If you are cooking them in one big piece, it can be cut into quarters for easier flipping.
  5. 5 Remove from pan, and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
  6. 6 Serve hot and enjoy!

By your mom

Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed, Twice-Baked Potatoes

Cheesy Shrimp-Stuffed, Twice-Baked Potatoes

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
70 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Prick potatoes several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Lay potatoes on their sides and slice off the top third. Use a spoon to scoop out all of the flesh from both potatoes and tops; place flesh into a large mixing bowl. Return emptied potato shells and tops to the baking sheet.
  4. 4 Add softened butter to potato flesh. Mix on medium to high speed with an electric mixer until well combined. Mix in sour cream, salt, and pepper.
  5. 5 Set four shrimp aside; roughly chop remaining shrimp. Stir chopped shrimp and Cheddar cheese into potato mixture until combined; spoon into potato shells, molding it high. Spoon any filling overflow into potato tops. Slice four reserved shrimp in half lengthwise; place two pieces on top of each filled potato.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, filling is heated through, and top is lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.

By Rebekah Rose Hills

Scalloped Potatoes with Green Chiles

Scalloped Potatoes with Green Chiles

Prep
15 min
Cook
75 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a round, glass pie pan with olive oil cooking spray.
  2. 2 Slice the potatoes finely using a mandoline and set aside.
  3. 3 Empty both cans of green chiles into a bowl and pulse with an immersion blender. Mix in cream and butter; season with salt and pepper.
  4. 4 Layer the bottom of the prepared pan with potatoes and spoon over some of the cream mixture. Continue layering until you are out of potatoes. Pour the remaining cream mixture over the top.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until tortilla is set, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Let cool, slice, and serve.

By MollyGrr

Twice-Microwaved Potatoes

Twice-Microwaved Potatoes

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Poke potatoes all over with the tines of a fork.
  2. 2 Working in batches if necessary, microwave potatoes on high, turning halfway through for more even cooking, about 4 minutes per potato. Potatoes are done when they can be easily poked with a fork.
  3. 3 Remove potatoes from the microwave and cut in half lengthwise. Scoop out flesh with a large spoon, leaving skins intact.
  4. 4 Place flesh into a large, microwave-safe bowl. Stir in sour cream, processed cheese, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, 4 green onions, garlic powder, seasoned salt, and pepper until well combined. Microwave on high until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. 5 Scoop hot potato mixture back into potato skins. Garnish with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar and 1 tablespoon green onion.

By GENELLEB

Instant Pot Garlic-Roasted Potatoes

Instant Pot Garlic-Roasted Potatoes

3.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Heat olive oil in the pot. Cook and stir potatoes in hot oil until lightly golden, 5 to 8 minutes.
  2. 2 Sprinkle garlic powder, sea salt, thyme, rosemary, and pepper over potatoes. Pour in vegetable broth. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

By Fioa

White and Sweet Whipped Potatoes

White and Sweet Whipped Potatoes

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine russet potatoes and sweet potatoes in a large pot. Pour enough water over potatoes to cover; add chicken bouillon. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes; drain.
  2. 2 Dump drained potatoes in a large bowl; add milk, butter, brown sugar, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Whip potato mixture with a potato masher or immersion blender until a desired consistency is reached.

By Matthew Broomhead

Lobster Mashed Potatoes

Lobster Mashed Potatoes

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cook lobster: Combine water and salt in a large pot; bring to a boil. Plunge lobster into boiling water, cover the pot, and return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer until lobster turns bright red, about 10 minutes. Remove lobster from water and set aside to cool.
  3. 3 When cool enough to handle, clean lobster and pull out tail meat, reserving the tail shell. Crack claws and remove meat. Chop tail meat coarsely and reserve with the intact claw meat in a covered dish; keep warm in the preheated oven.
  4. 4 Make potatoes: Add potatoes to a large saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch. Add salt; bring to a boil. Lay intact lobster tail shell over potatoes, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook at a simmer until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 20 to 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove lobster shell and discard. Drain water from the saucepan. Reduce heat to low. Gently shake the pan over low heat to dry potatoes. Mash butter into potatoes until no lumps remain. Add cream until desired consistency is reached.
  6. 6 Fold warm lobster meat into potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika to serve.

By Allrecipes Member

Restaurant-Style Potato Salad

Restaurant-Style Potato Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool, and chop.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine potatoes, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, sugar, onion, mustard, vinegar, celery, pimentos, carrot, parsley, pepper, and salt. Mix well, chill and serve.

By Mary Ann Benzon

Best Classic Potato Salad

Best Classic Potato Salad

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Add eggs and 3 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 9 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking. Continue cooking potatoes until fork-tender, about 1 minute more; drain.
  3. 3 Peel and chop eggs; set aside.
  4. 4 Add mayonnaise, onions, celery, pickles, sour cream, mustard, pickle juice, dill, and pepper to a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Season with salt and pepper, adding up to 1 teaspoon more salt, if desired.
  5. 5 Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Parisian Potatoes

Parisian Potatoes

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Scoop out as many potato balls as you can per potato using the smaller end of a Parisian scooper, 8 or 9 balls per large potato. You can't get too many out of each potato. If you want perfectly shaped balls, don't scoop too close together.
  3. 3 Drop potato balls into a large bowl of cold fresh water so they don't discolor. Use potato carcasses for another use, e.g. potato pancakes.
  4. 4 Add potato balls, water, and kosher salt to a large pot. Stir and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once water is boiling, boil for just 2 minutes. Potatoes should still be firm, but not raw.
  5. 5 Turn off heat and remove potato balls with a strainer. Allow to drain in one layer on a plate lined with paper towels. Cool until they are room temperature.
  6. 6 Heat clarified butter in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Carefully add completely dry and cooled potatoes to butter. Brown potatoes until outsides are golden and crispy, and the insides are tender and fluffy, 7 to 10 minutes. Move and stir potatoes often so they brown evenly .
  7. 7 Remove from heat and serve immediately.

By John Mitzewich

Cheesy Ranch Potato Bake

Cheesy Ranch Potato Bake

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
70 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Place the potatoes in the baking dish. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Evenly distribute the butter over the potatoes.
  3. 3 Cover dish with aluminum foil, and bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, until potatoes are tender. Remove from oven, and mix in the cheese and Ranch dressing. Continue cooking 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

By JENNYBRIANNE

Rainbow Potato Pancakes with Harissa and Eggs

Rainbow Potato Pancakes with Harissa and Eggs

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oil in a 10-inch skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Preheat oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Put shredded russet potatoes and 3 tablespoons onion on a clean kitchen towel; squeeze out as much moisture as possible, then transfer to a bowl. Put shredded purple potatoes and remaining 3 tablespoons onion in the same towel; squeeze out as much moisture as possible, then transfer to a separate bowl.
  3. 3 Whisk 4 eggs, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons potato starch, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth. Transfer 1/2 of the egg mixture to another large bowl; stir in balsamic vinegar and fold in purple potato mixture. Fold russet potato mixture into remaining egg mixture.
  4. 4 Drop four 3-tablespoon portions of batter at a time into the hot oil and flatten with a spatula. Fry, turning once, until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Transfer pancakes to prepared baking sheet; keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining potato mixture.
  5. 5 Fill a large saucepan with 2 to 3 inches of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, pour in white vinegar, and keep the water at a gentle simmer. Crack an egg into a small bowl then gently slip egg into the simmering water, holding the bowl just above the surface of water. Repeat with the remaining eggs. Cook eggs until the whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove the eggs from the water with a slotted spoon and dab on a kitchen towel to remove excess water. Top pancakes with poached eggs and microgreens. Serve with sour cream and harissa.

By Juliana Hale

Persian Rice

Persian Rice

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place water and kosher salt in a pot; bring to a boil. Add rice; cook and stir for exactly 7 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Cover bottom of the pot with 1 layer of potato slices. Sprinkle cumin and salt over potatoes. Cook until potatoes are sizzling, 2 to 3 minutes; top potatoes with rice to form an even layer. Reduce heat to low and place butter slices over rice.
  3. 3 Top the pot with a layer of clean paper towels, then place the lid over the towels. Steam until rice is fluffy, about 45 minutes.
  4. 4 Grind saffron threads with a mortar and pestle. Mix crushed saffron with 1 ½ tablespoons hot water in a large bowl. Add a couple of spoonfuls of rice to saffron mixture and stir until rice is yellow.
  5. 5 Spoon remaining rice into a serving bowl. Top with saffron rice and line the edges of the bowl with potatoes. Garnish with parsley.

By John Mitzewich

Chef John's Patatas Bravas

Chef John's Patatas Bravas

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
20 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 To make the sauce: Combine garlic, smoked paprika, and salt in a mortar and pestle or food processor; process until smooth. Mix in mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, tomato paste, chipotle chile powder, and cayenne pepper until combined. Cover and refrigerate sauce.
  2. 2 To make the spice blend: Mix salt, black pepper, paprika, and chipotle chile powder together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. 3 To make the potatoes: Pour water into a large saucepan. Stir salt, smoked paprika, cumin, and bay leaves into water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover; simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir potatoes into seasoned water, bring to a boil, and simmer until potatoes are tender but not fully cooked, 4 to 5 minutes. The tip of a paring knife should easily insert into the center of a potato cube. Drain potatoes and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  5. 5 Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  6. 6 Add cooled potato cubes and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer potatoes to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to cool slightly. Toss in a bowl with spice blend; drizzle sauce on top or serve as a dipping sauce.

By John Mitzewich

Easy Pressure Cooker Potatoes

Easy Pressure Cooker Potatoes

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water into the bottom of a pressure cooker (such as Presto). Place a trivet into the pressure cooker and turn the heat on high.
  2. 2 Place potatoes in a single layer in the pressure cooker and lock the lid. Cook over high heat until the pressure regulator reaches 15 psi, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Allow pressure to drop naturally, 10 minutes. Unlock and remove lid.

By GhstPepper

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
60 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients and preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Brush potatoes with peanut oil, sprinkle with salt, and place them in the air fryer basket.
  3. 3 Cook potatoes until very tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour. Serve and enjoy!

By Bren

Air Fryer Potato Chips

Air Fryer Potato Chips

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set a mandoline on the thinnest level and carefully cut potato into thin slices.
  2. 2 Add sliced potatoes to a bowl of water and soak for 15 minutes. Pour out water, cover potatoes with fresh water, and soak for an additional 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
  4. 4 Remove potatoes from the water and dry thoroughly. Sprinkle with smoked Cheddar salt and transfer to the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it. Spray the potatoes with cooking spray.
  5. 5 Air fry potatoes for 8 minutes. Open air fryer and shake potatoes. Cook until potatoes are golden brown, about 7 minutes more. Check to make sure they are not cooking faster and starting to burn.

By thedailygourmet

Chef John's French Fries

Chef John's French Fries

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak potato strips in a large bowl of water for about 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Pat with paper towels until thoroughly dry.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Gently add potatoes to the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes, stirring and flipping the potatoes occasionally.
  4. 4 Use a slotted spoon to transfer potatoes to a paper towel-lined plate. Let cool completely.
  5. 5 Heat oil again, but this time to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add potatoes and fry a second time until golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove from the deep-fryer and blot with a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt to serve.
  7. 7 Enjoy!

By John Mitzewich

Air Fryer French Fries

Air Fryer French Fries

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Cut each potato lengthwise into 3/8-inch-thick slices, then slice sections into 3/8-inch-wide sticks. Place potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Let soak to release excess starches, about 5 minutes; drain.
  3. 3 Pour boiling water over the potatoes until they're covered by a few inches. Let sit for 10 minutes. Drain potatoes and transfer onto some paper towels. Blot off excess water and let cool completely, at least 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Place cooled potatoes in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and season with cayenne; toss to coat.
  5. 5 Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  6. 6 Stack potatoes in a double layer in the fryer basket.
  7. 7 Cook for 15 minutes. Slide basket out and toss fries. Continue frying until golden brown, about 10 minutes more. Toss fries with salt in a mixing bowl. Serve immediately.

By John Mitzewich

Rosemary Potato Wedges for the Air Fryer

Rosemary Potato Wedges for the Air Fryer

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 380 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place potatoes into a large bowl and toss with olive oil. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and rosemary and toss to combine.
  3. 3 Working in batches if necessary, place potatoes in an even layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in the preheated air fryer for 10 minutes. Flip wedges with tongs and continue to cook to the desired doneness, about 10 more minutes.

By Bibi

Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes in a large bowl, cover with cold water, and let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  3. 3 Drain potatoes and pat dry with a paper towel. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper; stir until evenly combined. Place potatoes in the air fryer basket
  4. 4 Cook in the preheated air fryer for 20 minutes, shaking halfway through cook time.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Heat half-and-half in the microwave until just warm.
  3. 3 Process unpeeled potatoes through a food mill into a medium bowl. (Or, using a potholder, peel and drop them into a bowl. Puree using a potato masher or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Stir in warm half-and-half and salt (or beat, if using a mixer) until smooth and fluffy.
  4. 4 Cool, cover, and refrigerate potatoes in a microwave-safe, airtight container for up to 2 days.
  5. 5 Thirty minutes before serving, microwave until warm. Transfer to a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Stir in butter to melt. Cover and keep warm.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Baked Potatoes on the Grill

Baked Potatoes on the Grill

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
60 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat.
  2. 2 Wash and dry potatoes. Poke potatoes all over with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roll each potato up in aluminum foil and fold the ends in.
  3. 3 Place potatoes on preheated grill and close the lid. Grill wrapped potatoes until fork-tender, rotating every 15 minutes or so, about 1 hour.

By Kris Kornbrek

Diamond-Cut Roast Potatoes

Diamond-Cut Roast Potatoes

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Slice a small piece off the round part of each potato half, so they sit flat on a surface with the large flat sides facing upwards. Score the flat sides in a diamond pattern, cutting down about 1/2 inch and being careful not to cut all the way through.
  3. 3 Drizzle 1/2 of the oil over the diamond cuts, sprinkle with 1/2 of the paprika, and season with salt. Place potatoes, seasoned side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the other side with the remaining oil, paprika, and salt.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Flip potatoes and roast until cooked through, about 30 more minutes.

By Bren

Oven Fries II

Oven Fries II

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Microwave the potatoes on high power for 5 minutes. Cool slightly and cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 4 wedges.
  3. 3 Drizzle potatoes with oil; sprinkle with paprika and salt. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, until crispy and browned.

By Terry