Mashed Potatoes Recipes

Thanksgiving dinner isn't complete without a heaping side dish of buttery mashed potatoes. Try these side-dish recipes for traditional versions plus surprising twists on the Thanksgiving classic -- from old-fashioned mashed potatoes with gravy to Gruyere-Garlic Mashed Potatoes and more.

 
 
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Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Give a favorite side dish new flavor with one of four options: garlic, pesto, sour cream and chive, or cheesy chipotle. It's an easy recipe to master.

Mashed Potatoes

Must-Have Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

It's easy to change the flavor of this classic side dish. Simply stir in garlic, smoked cheese, or pesto.

Must-Have Mashed Potatoes

Ultimate Mashed Potatoes

From Swanson Broth & Stock

Potatoes cooked in chicken broth are mashed with just the right amount of butter, cream, chives and bacon to make an irresistible side dish.

Ultimate Mashed Potatoes

Smashed Bacon Ranch Potatoes

From Smithfield

Kick your potatoes up a notch.

Smashed Bacon Ranch Potatoes

Potatoes Mousseline

From Fine Cooking Magazine

Potatoes Mousseline

Classic Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Enjoy these savory white mashed potatoes plain or with a crowning touch--a spoonful of creamy gravy.

Classic Mashed Potatoes

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

This mashed potato casserole is cheesy, creamy, and delicious. And it can be made ahead.

Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Maple Sweet Potatoes with Toasted Pecans

From Ladies' Home Journal

Maple syrup and cider vinegar flavor this sweet potato side dish.

Mashed Maple Sweet Potatoes with Toasted Pecans

Skinny Mashed Potatoes

From Swanson Broth & Stock

The trick to making these potatoes "skinny" is replacing the butter and cream with chicken broth. Try them...you'll find you won't miss the fat because they're full of so much flavor.

Skinny Mashed Potatoes

Herb Butter Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

These mashed potatoes are so rich you can forgo the gravy.

Herb Butter Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Roasters

From Better Homes and Gardens

Refrigerated new potato wedges makes this quick recipe even quicker. Serve it with hamburger or steak.

Mashed Roasters

Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Fresh Chives

From The Food Channel

These are truly the ultimate in mashed potatoes. The fresh chives add a bright flavor to a dish that's no longer ordinary.

Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Fresh Chives

Boursin Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

The herbs are in the boursin cheese; just stir the cheese into the potatoes and bake. Or prepare, cover, and refrigerate the side dish casserole up to 24 hours ahead of serving time.

Boursin Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with White Cheddar

From Better Homes and Gardens

This delicious side dish recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. It features a luscious mix of sweet potatoes, white cheddar cheese, red apples, whipping cream, and fresh thyme.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes with White Cheddar

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese

From The Food Channel

This simple recipe turns out marvelous mashed potatoes every time. Using a ricer results in just the right texture.

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese

Pepper Jack-Bacon Mashers

From Betty Crocker

Voted Best Supporting Side of 2008! Mmm! Pepper Jack cheese, bacon and creamy mashed potatoes mix up into a 15-minute satisfying side.

Pepper Jack-Bacon Mashers

Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

From Better Homes and Gardens

No one will guess this is a low-calorie version of fluffy potatoes and creamy gravy with just 201 calories per serving.

Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

Velvet Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

High-starch russet potatoes become dry and fluffy when baked. They'll absorb all the milk, cheese, and Mushroom Sauce--making the creamiest, splurge--worthy mashed potato recipe.

Velvet Mashed Potatoes

Two-Tone Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Wow holiday guests with an unexpected two-tone twist on a classic mashed potatoes recipe.

Two-Tone Potatoes

Heavenly Mashed Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

This oven-baked version of classic mashed potatoes rich with cream cheese and sour cream, can be made ahead to lessen the strain during busy holidays, including Thanksgiving.

Heavenly Mashed Potatoes

Stuffed Pumpkin Shell Potatoes

From Better Homes and Gardens

Ideal for fall entertaining and Christmas meals, this taste twist on mashed potatoes is a winning combination.

Stuffed Pumpkin Shell Potatoes

Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips

From Better Homes and Gardens

Roasted garlic and the subtly sweet flavor of parsnips makes ordinary mashed potatoes exceptionally delicious. This side dish is outstanding served with Thanksgiving turkey.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Parsnips

Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

From Better Homes and Gardens

Coax a caramelized flavor out of onions simply by cooking them in butter until they are soft and golden brown. Add them to mashed potatoes for a holiday side dish that will have dinner guests raving.

Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

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