Summer potato recipes mean so much more than potato salad (though we have some delicious twists on the picnic classic). Discover fresh ways to prep spuds during the heat of summer.
43 Potato Recipes Perfect for Summer
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Patriotic Potatoes with Mustard Sauce
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Show your true spirit with a bowl of red, white and blue potatoes dressed with bacon and sour cream. They’re tops in my hit parade of patriotic dishes. —Julie Murphy, Peachtree City, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
3 potatoes with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 300 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 402mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
Learn to make these simple cottage potatoes.
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Veggie Nicoise Salad
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
More and more people in my workplace are becoming vegetarians. When we cook or eat together, the focus is on fresh produce. This salad combines some of our favorite ingredients in one dish—and with the hard-boiled eggs and kidney beans, it also delivers enough protein to satisfy those who are skeptical of vegetarian fare. —Elizabeth Kelley, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 329 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 422mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 vegetable, 2 medium-fat meat, 11/2 starch.
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Spicy Cajun Potato Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here in the South we have a lot of get-togethers, and if you want your dish to be chosen over all of the rest,
it has to have a kick! This is a winner. —Amanda West, Sibley, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 229 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 400mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Sweet Potato & Chickpea Salad
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Take this colorful dish to the buffet at a family gathering, or enjoy it as a great meal all by itself. —Brenda Gleason, Hartland, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup sweet potato mixture with 1/2 cup greens and 1-1/2 teaspoons cheese: 134 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Contest-Winning Chocolate Potato Cake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I won grand champion honors in a potato festival baking contest with this moist chocolate cake. The icing recipe can be doubled if you have a real sweet tooth. —Catherine Hahn, Winamac, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 671 calories, 31g fat (15g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (71g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
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Smashed Potatoes
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Golden brown and buttery, these crispy smashed potatoes live up to their tantalizing name. A sprinkle of fresh herbs when they’re hot out of the oven maximizes the flavor…and the pretty. —Althea Dye, Howard, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
3 smashed potatoes: 292 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Red, White & Blue Potato Salad
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings (1 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs like magic. —George Levinthal, Goleta, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 221 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 405mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Jalapeno & Cotija Cheese Potato Stack Pie
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pie isn't just for dessert anymore. Stacking thinly sliced potatoes with layers of minced jalapenos and crumbled Cotija cheese helps turn ordinary spuds into something truly spectacular—especially when served with salsa and sour cream. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 223 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Fresh Corn & Potato Chowder
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup was one of my favorites as a child in upstate New York, and I still love it today. For extra depth, place the spent cob in the soup, simmer, then remove. —Tracy Bivins, Knob Noster, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 200 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 534mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Patatas Bravas
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Patatas bravas (which means “spicy potatoes”) is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce are difficult to resist. Add a drizzle of garlic aioli for a richer flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup potatoes with about 2 tablespoons sauce and 1 tablespoon aioli: 452 calories, 42g fat (5g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
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Garden Vegetable Gnocchi
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we go meatless, we toss gnocchi (my husband's favorite) with veggies and a dab of pesto. I use zucchini in this, too. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 402 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 955mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 13g protein.
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Loaded Baked Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour 45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's my creamy and rich version of twice-baked potatoes. Always a treat, these stuffed potatoes go very well with the Chicken Cordon Bleu for my holiday dinner. —Merle Dyck, Elkford, British Columbia
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Tangy Potato Salad with Radishes
Total Time
40 min
Servings
13 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Summer's approach makes my family think of potato salad. This tangy side is also great in the winter when it's served hot with cubed ham. —Peggy Gwillim, Strasbourg, Saskatchewan
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 227 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Homemade Potato Chips
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Forget buying a bag of potato chips at the grocery store when you can make these at home. This quick and easy recipe will delight everyone in the family. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 176 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Creamed Garden Potatoes and Peas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
New potatoes and peas are treated to a creamy sauce for this special side. —Jane Uphoff, Cunningham, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 156 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 345mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Hawaiian Hash
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like the combination of ginger, pineapple and macadamia nuts. This dish brings back memories of an island vacation.—Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 158 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 440mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Sweet Potato Crab Cakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mild sweet potato flavor and a chipotle kick complement the fresh crab in these hearty cakes. Serve them with your favorite mayo or aioli sauce. —Robert Bosley, Pacific, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 crab cakes: 290 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 779mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Tzatziki Potato Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My son has an egg allergy, so this potato salad is perfect for him. For extra color, add radish, apple and garlic dill pickles. —Cindy Romberg, Mississauga, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 128 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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BBQ Chicken Waffle Fries
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of those dishes that sounds so wrong but tastes so right! Trust me—barbecue chicken leftovers are fantastic with the fries. We like it with lettuce, tomato and pickle, but you can add almost any toppings you like. —Janet Telleen, Russell, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 243 calories, 11 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 29 mg cholesterol, 476 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate (6 g sugars, 2 g fiber), 10 g protein.
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White Ale Potato Salad
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Take this one outside! My grown-up recipe uses beer instead of mayo, so you don't need to worry about keeping it cool. It's a really popular recipe on my blog, girllikestoeat.com. —Jenny MacBeth, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 185 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 536mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Twice-Baked Red Potatoes
Total Time
55 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Before my baby was born, I was in nesting mode and made lots of freezable recipes like these creamy red potatoes. The yogurt is a healthy swap for sour cream. —Valerie Cox, Secretary, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato half: 211 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 322mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Green Bean Potato Salad
Total Time
35 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For family reunions, my mom would make everybody's favorite green bean and potato salad. Now I'm the one who brings it. —Connie Dicavoli, Shawnee, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 183 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 fat, 1 starch.
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Lemon Roasted Fingerlings and Brussels Sprouts
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My trick to roasting veggies is to choose ones that cook in the same amount of time. Other combinations to try? Cauliflower florets with baby carrots or okra with cherry tomatoes. —Courtney Gaylord, Columbus, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 167 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Salmon and Spud Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I headed straight for the kitchen when I decided to pick up a healthier lifestyle. This salmon with veggies proves that smart choices can be simple and satisfying. —Matthew Teixeira, Milton, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 salmon fillet with 2 cups salad: 480 calories, 23g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband first tried this recipe with plain potatoes. They were so yummy; we experimented with sweet potatoes. Dipped in Gorgonzola spread, they’re irresistible. —Kristen Minello, Macomb, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving with 3 tablespoons spread: 362 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein.
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Potato-Sausage Foil Packs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We had these smoky campfire bundles at a friend's house for dinner and loved the simplicity of this great summer meal. Now we often make it for summer weeknight dinners. —Alissa Keith, Forest, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 344 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 990mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein.
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Grilled Firecracker Potato Salad
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I can eat potato salad like crazy. A little spice is nice, so I use cayenne and paprika in this grilled salad that comes with its own fireworks. —Ashley Armstrong, Kingsland, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 265 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 398mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Steak & New Potato Toss
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I usually use leftover barbecued steak to make this fabulous main dish salad. It's pretty, too, with the red pepper, green broccoli and white potatoes. —Deyanne Davies, Rossland, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 411 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 83mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein.
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Air-Fryer Papas Rellenas
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A Cuban classic, these satisfying, crispy-coated potato balls are filled with a savory ground beef mixture known as picadillo. We love this papas rellenas recipe! —Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 72 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Taco Tater Skins
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I wanted to make a version of these with ingredients most people have on hand. We make a meal out of these skins, but they're also great for parties as appetizers. —Phyllis Douglas, Fairview, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 153 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Indian Ginger Potatoes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy ginger potato dish is so flavorful. Make it even faster by cooking the potatoes ahead of time or using leftover potatoes. —Erin Kelkar, Norcross, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 201 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Curried Sweet Potato Wedges
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweet potatoes roasted with curry and smoked paprika delight everybody at our table. The mango chutney makes a tangy dip. —Simi Jois, Streamwood, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 159 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 305mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Mexican Roasted Potato Salad
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is the No. 1 fan of this south-of-the-border potato salad. The leftovers make an awesome late-night snack, straight from the fridge. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 334 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein.
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Potato Omelet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even folks who don't care for eggs will enjoy this dish. The comforting tastes of potatoes, onions and garlic come through. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 236 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 279mg cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 medium-fat meat.
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Pesto Gnocchi
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Perk up gnocchi and vegetables with a flavorful pesto sauce. If you don't have pine nuts to top the pesto gnocchi, skip or substitute any nut you like. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 327 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 682mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
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Dill Potato Wedges
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These are my absolute favorites; I've been making them for years! —Jeannie Klugh, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 129 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 771mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Campfire Cheese Hash Brown Packets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dining by the campfire? This easy packet of potatoes, bacon and cheese makes a terrific hash. We like to serve it with eggs and fresh pico de gallo. —Gina Nistico, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 329 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 708mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
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Breakfast Sweet Potatoes
Total Time
55 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Baked sweet potatoes aren't just for dinner anymore. Top them with breakfast favorites to power up your morning. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed sweet potato: 321 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 8g fiber), 7g protein.
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Potluck German Potato Salad
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a big hit at church potlucks. One man says he comes only so that he can eat my potato salad! —Kathleen Rabe, Kiel, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 194 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 181mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Loaded Huevos Rancheros with Roasted Poblano Peppers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a unique but tasty version of huevos rancheros. It's similar to a cowboy hash, as the potatoes take the place of the corn tortillas. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 426 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 251mg cholesterol, 1114mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Fried Potato Salad
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe began with leftover fried potatoes I had on hand. We liked it so much that now I fry potatoes just to make this unique potato salad. Sometimes I add grated sharp cheddar for a cheesy twist. —Leann Stallard, Dryden, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 362 calories, 25g fat (3g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 585mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Ranch Potatoes
Total Time
7 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even after seven years, my family still asks for this tasty potato and bacon dish. Try it once and I'll bet your family will be hooked, too. —Lynn Ireland, Lebanon, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 230 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 545mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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BBQ Hot Dog & Potato Packs
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For these nifty foil packs, small hands make quick work of topping potato wedges with a hot dog, onions and cheese. — Kelly Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 293 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 1227mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.