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Spiral cut potato chips - Cut wafer thin and baked to perfection, this crunchy idea has to be the ultimate homemade snack option.

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Mashed potato casserole - Sometimes less is more. A simple casserole dish that goes with just about anything. Make enough for seconds!

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Accordion potatoes - Grown ups take note. This is a great idea for kids. With tiny fingers they can peel off one little bite at a time while getting all the goodness they need from an easy-to-make vegetable accompaniment.

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Sweet potato sandwich - A healthy sandwich idea that doesn't use bread. Place sliced avocado on one cut of sweet potato, and raspberry chia jam, peanut butter, or banana on the other.

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Potato gratin - A nutritious winter favorite, why not add other root vegetables before topping it with a creamy white sauce to create the heartiest of vegetable casseroles?

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Baked potato with chicken and spinach - This one just melts in your mouth! Top with a mature cheese and let the whole package ooze with flavor. 

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Sweet potato and spicy lentils - Bursting with goodness and packed full of fiber, add yellow pepper and tomato, and garnish it with thyme, garlic flowers, and  chipotle sour cream for a Mexican-inspired energy boost.

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Fried potato wedges - You only need a hot salsa sauce and a sprinkling of herbs and you're good to go!

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Grilled chicken breast with rosemary potato wedges - A mouthwatering main course has plenty of zest with a lemon dipping sauce and heaps of extra herbs.

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German potato salad - Rich and hearty, this traditional German dish is all about fried crispy bacon, a dash of Dijon mustard, sugar and vinegar, fresh herbs, and soft baby red potatoes.

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Spanish potato omelette - The tortilla española is a comforting classic that's made with eggs and potatoes. Onions can be added depending on taste. It makes a great soul-satisfying tapa.

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Irish potato pancakes - Here's something special for St Patrick's Day, or any other day come to that. Known as a boxty, this homemade Irish pancake is made with a mix of mashed and grated potatoes. Serve with sour cream.

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Egg on top - Cut in two and sink a couple of lightly fried eggs in the middle, transforming a baked potato into a colorful and healthy lunch. Sprinkle with chives for a bit of culinary pizzazz.

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Crispy potato skins with chorizo - Brush the potato skins with bacon fat and brown them before filling with spicy chorizo and Spanish Manchego cheese for a tasty party treat.

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Potato salad with yogurt and bacon - Prepare this dish using boiled young potatoes, add a yogurt and mayonnaise dressing, and sprinkle with roasted bacon and sliced green onions. Finish off with a few basil leaves.

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Vichyssoise - A traditional French soup made of boiled and pureed leeks, onion, potatoes, cream, and chicken stock, Vichyssoise is usually served cold, but there's no harm in heating it up for a warm belly-filler.

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Cheesy hasselbacks - How easy is this? All you need is russet potatoes, olive oil, and a mature cheese, something like cheddar for example. Healthy and wholesome, or what?

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Potato polenta - This Italian staple is usually made with boiled cornmeal, but you can also use potato to create a delicious meat or vegetarian ragout. Add dumplings loaded with mushrooms and smothered in creamy cheese and parsnip sauce.

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Creamy corn chowder - A bubbly broth of baby red potatoes, sweet corn, bacon, onion, and lots of herbs, this is a winter warmer to brighten up those long, dark days.

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Mashed potato with herbs - What kind of herb depends on your taste buds, but thyme, parsley, or rosemary are favorite choices, as is chive. Use the freshest available.

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Potato waffles - A totally yummy comfort food option, waffles can be baked, grilled, or fried, and work wonders with a variety of tangy dips.

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Zucchini potato bake - Add a creamy Parmesan sauce to this potato and sliced zucchini dish for an exciting fusion of texture and taste.

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Potato croquette - A pop-in-the-mouth snack or served as a side dish. Either way, these mashed potato balls are breaded and deep fried, making them absolutely delicious. Add a few sprigs of parsley for color.

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Savory sweet potato casserole - Mix in brown butter and rosemary for a pairing made in heaven. Top it all off with homemade breadcrumbs or lightly browned potato cubes. 

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Potato roll - Get creative with rolls made using potato or potato flour. This one makes the cut, filled with forest mushrooms and red pepper, and topped with sesame seeds.

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Baby potato and salmon - Fish is often overlooked when making potato salads. Not anymore! Net some fresh salmon and add a lemony yogurt dressing for perfect warm-weather eats.

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Roasted aloo gobi - A dish that originates from India that is also popular in Pakistan, aloo gobi is made with potatoes, cauliflower, and a sprinkling of Indian spices.

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Hummus - Whip up this popular Middle Eastern snack using sweet potato, pumpkin, or carrot as a base, and season it with olives, herbs, extra virgin olive oil, and paprika.

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Mashed potato and pecan - A serving of potato doesn't necessarily translate as a savory dish. How about sweet potato with pecan nut and a drizzle of maple syrup? Heaven!

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Culurgiones -

This typical Sardinian dish comprises ravioli filled with potato and pecorino cheese and topped with bottarga—a delicacy of salted, cured fish roe.

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