From weeknight dinners to holiday gatherings alike, mashed potatoes are a staple side dish that pretty much everyone loves. They’re easy to make, but they tend to be a little time-consuming. The good ...

I used to search through magazines and cookbooks every year for new recipes to try for Thanksgiving. Finally, my family staged a small revolt and asked me not to do this anymore; they looked forward ...

There is nothing more stressful than wrestling a large pot of boiling potatoes off the stove at the last minute to drain them in the sink, all so you can serve hot mashed potatoes with Thanksgiving ...

Planning a party but have no time to cook the day of the shindig? Find yourself in the same bind with family dinners? Ina Garten, a.k.a. the Barefoot Contessa, can relate. "When I had a specialty food ...

No peeler needed here! Keeping the skin on adds flecks of color and a hearty texture to these mashed red potatoes. Marcia Kiesel, a former Food & Wine test kitchen supervisor, is an experienced chef ...

For more Thanksgiving recipes, tips, menus, and inspiration, head to our 2025 Thanksgiving Hub. A good garlic mashed potato recipe can upstage even the flashiest of mains. Adding just a few cloves of ...

Potatoes are often the first ingredient people reach for when dinner needs to feel filling and dependable. They cook in many different ways and pair easily with whatever else is already in the kitchen ...

These are without question the best mashed potatoes in the world, for two reasons: First, the creaminess is through the roof and every bite is a scrumptious journey through bliss. Second, they can be ...

Simplify your life this holiday season with these make-ahead sides that are perfect for your Christmas table. From our Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Citrus-Maple Glaze to our Roasted Broccoli Salad, ...