We all have our dinner staples that don't require a second thought. After a long work day, the last thing we need is to stress over what to make for dinner that's quick, easy, tasty, and nutritious.

Mashed potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser. Whether they’re a side on your holiday table or an addition to your weeknight dinner menu, these mashed potato recipes are a hearty and comforting staple.

Whether you like 'em mashed, baked, fried—or all of the above—we've got russet potato recipes for serious spud lovers.

This Sweet Potato Pie became internet famous because someone loved the recipe so much, he had it inked into his arm forever.

In the universe of classic Thanksgiving side dishes, sweet potatoes ranks high with the likes of mashed potatoes, green bean casseroles, macaroni and cheese, and squash every which way. And because ...

Scrub sweet potatoes, peel, and chop into large chunks. Using a large pot, cover sweet potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Allow sweet potatoes to simmer for at least 15 minutes, or until they ...

A good batch of mashed potatoes is a thing of elemental beauty. The ingredients are pretty standard (potatoes, milk, cream, and some seasoning), but the result is transcendent — a must for holiday ...

Not only are these mashed potatoes incredibly easy to prepare, but they’re also flawless every time. You cannot fail with this recipe. The satiny spuds are rich but not too thick, never too thin, and ...

Though butter and milk are common additions to mashed potatoes, our favorite recipe uses olive oil and Manchego cheese to achieve its silky texture and richness. Chefs and home cooks love garlic in ...

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut off top third of garlic head. Place garlic head and top in sheet of foil; drizzle cut sides with oil. Reassemble head; wrap in foil, crimping and sealing tightly.