You say potato, we say we don’t care how you pronounce it, a potato is always welcome at our table—the more the merrier, actually! Both white and sweet potatoes are loaded with nutrition, so why not load up? You can turn them into so much, including creamy mashed potatoes, irresistible fries and hearty sweet potato casseroles. From weeknight standbys to impressive Thanksgiving side dishes, there’s no wrong way to eat a potato. Here, Tyler uses sweet potatoes, nutmeg, thyme and garlic to give his 5-star scalloped potato gratin an earthy, rich flavor that combines perfectly with a sharper cheese like Parmesan.

We took inspiration from the wildly popular baked feta pasta recipe of TikTok fame and reimagined it to create a big-batch thanksgiving side dish. The best part is no more boiling water and crowding your stovetop. Instead, we put all the ingredients together in one dish and then bake it in the oven. Cooking the dish covered helps simmer and steam the potatoes at the same time, making them smooth and fluffy when mashed. The baked feta bubbles and melts into the potatoes to lend a subtle and delicious tanginess.

These creamy, cheesy potato gratins are baked in individual portions until golden and tender. A refined, make-ahead side that brings comfort and elegance to any Thanksgiving table.

This dramatic bundt-pan creation layers thin potato slices with cheddar, Parmesan, garlic, and cream — then bakes into a golden, savory dome you invert and slice. It’s elegant enough for Thanksgiving but cozy in flavor.

Meet your new favorite one-pan side dish for Thanksgiving and beyond, thanks to the perfect, melt-in-your-mouth texture and overall ease of this sweet potato creation. Simply brown thick slices in a skillet with butter, then finish in the oven to create a syrupy glaze flavored with maple and thyme. Top with toasty marshmallows for a nod to the holiday classic.

Roasted garlic and mashed rutabaga bump up the flavor of classic mashed potatoes.

This sharp and tangy mashed potato dish is delicious and a breeze to make. There are various iterations of it: bhorta (meaning mashed) in Bengal, bharta in Northern India and chokha in Bihar. In Bengal, raw mustard oil is added to give a magical zing to the side dish, which is often served at room temperature. These scrumptious and slightly pungent mashed potatoes will add a buzz to your Thanksgiving meal and lead to some interesting discussions.

Broccoli and fresh herbs feel right at home when mashed with creamy potatoes.

Tender roasted potatoes get an extra boost of flavor and crunch, thanks to a crispy layer of golden Parmesan. We added a simple stir-together paprika aioli for dipping, but these flavorful little nuggets are equally delicious on their own. Serve them as a fun appetizer or as a side dish.

These super creamy mashed potatoes could not be any easier — no dicing and no draining, and you can even make them ahead. Just set them on the warm setting in your Instant Pot so they are nice and hot when you're ready to sit down.

Aligot is a comforting dish of cheesy whipped potatoes that originated in the L'Aubrac region of central France. Traditional aligot is made with Tomme d'Auvergne, a creamy young cheese that's nutty and stretchy when melted. We opted for a more accessible combination of shredded Gruyere and fresh mozzarella, resulting in similar texture and flavor. We also added roasted garlic to our version. Top with finely chopped chives and serve right off the stove for a hearty side dish.

Classic mashed potatoes are given a smokey and spicy twist with canned chipotle chilies in adobo.

Use buttermilk instead of regular milk to add richness to your mashed potatoes.