12 Classic Potato Side Dishes for the Holidays

potato side dishes

The holidays aren’t the holidays with delicious, savory potato side dishes. Whether topped with turkey gravy, paired with ham or loaded with cheese and bacon, potatoes may just be our number one holiday side dish. Check out these delicious potato recipes that are sure to be a hit on your holiday table.

Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes

“You can throw the potatoes in the slow cooker in the morning, add the butter, cream, etc. and mash them a few hours before the meal leaving them in the slow cooker on the keep warm setting so they are completely done long before you start the final preparations of the meal! No matter how you mash these slow cooker garlic mashed potatoes, they are sure to be a hit at your next meal!” - Kevin
Oven Roasted Potatoes with Olive Oil & Rosemary

Oven Roasted Potatoes with Olive Oil & Rosemary

“Full of great earthy rosemary flavor, these roasted potatoes are scrumptious. The olive oil gives the skin a delicious crunchy texture. We loved the added cheesy flavor and zing from the Parmesan. A fantastic side dish for steak, burgers, or chicken.” - Kitchen Crew
Twice Baked Potato Casserole

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

“There’s nothing more comforting than twice baked potatoes, make it easy on yourself with this time-saving Twice Baked Potato Casserole recipe. This is one of the best and easiest casserole recipes you’ll find. It’s a crowd-pleaser at potlucks and with my own family. And, they’re hard to please!” - Paula
Special Occasion Baked Mashed Potatoes

Special Occasion Baked Mashed Potatoes

“So creamy and smooth, these will be a great addition to your next holiday meal. The sour cream and white cheddar give these potatoes a distinct and great flavor!” - Kitchen Crew
Asiago & Gruyere Potato Gratin

Asiago & Gruyere Potato Gratin

“Here is a new twist on scalloped or potatoes gratin. I'm a huge lover of Asiago cheese and the blend of this cheese, along with Gruyere, make this dish so rich and creamy.” - Genny
Fancy Mashed Potatoes

Fancy Mashed Potatoes

“These potatoes are so delicious! They really taste like you fussed too. I've been known to make my mashed potatoes early in the day, to make things easier prior to baking. This is a great dish to serve during the holidays. So easy.” - Debbie
Southern Hash Brown Casserole

Southern Hash Brown Casserole

“What a deliciously cheesy hash brown casserole. A potato lovers dream! They're creamy and tart with a bit of sweetness from the oven. A crunchy Corn Flake top puts it over the top. So simple to make, it would be a great breakfast or dinner side dish.” - Kitchen Crew
Super Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes

Super Cheesy Au Gratin Potatoes

“These potatoes are why the term comfort food was invented. Instead of onion powder I used 1/4 cup of very finely minced onion, black pepper to taste and also added 4 strips diced crisp fried bacon. The cheddar I used was sharp cheddar. We use NO low fat or fat free dairy in our house and margarine never makes it into my shopping cart. This dish is what all other Au Gratin Potatoes should be judged against.” - Slo
Light and Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

Light and Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

“These light and fluffy mashed potatoes will be a hit on your holiday table.” - Kitchen Crew
Mom's Deluxe Mashed Potatoes

Mom's Deluxe Mashed Potatoes

“In fact, I have a fetish with these potatoes. I think about them everyday! I have served them 4 times so far, once with meatloaf, twice with chicken dishes, and I made a double batch for Thanksgiving! We will probably have them for Christmas as well since I have all of the ingredients on hand. We have not eaten plain mashed potatoes at all since having these.” - Nancy
Creamy Crockpot Hash Browns

Creamy Crockpot Hash Browns

“Absolutely LOVED IT! Made it exactly as written and although it made A LOT, (had it for supper, then lunch a couple of times) we were glad because it was SOOOO good! I think next time I might add some veggies into like green beans, corn, etc. because I think that would also be wonderful. Thanks so much for the recipe!” - Trish
Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes

“These were so yummy! I'll likely make them again during the holidays. 🙂 I loved the cream cheese mixed with the potatoes!” - Stacy