Whether you’re serving a crowd-pleasing ham or a celebratory cut of lamb, you’re bound to need a few special side dishes to round out your Easter dinner. You might be tempted to overlook the humble potato, but it’s the perfect complement to so many mains. With the right recipes you can whip up everything from seasonally-inspired roasted potatoes to these delicious melting potatoes.
Caramelized on the outside and creamy on the inside, these potatoes are utterly irresistible thanks to the infused flavors of garlic, herbs and chicken broth.
Lemon-Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
Instantly upgrade roasted potatoes with just a handful of simple ingredients: lemon zest, fresh herbs, Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. The combination makes them bright, spring-y and full of flavor—perfect for your Easter table.
Slow-Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
Put your slow cooker to the test with this classic creamy potato side dish. We added a little bit of flour to help thicken and stabilize the cream. Keeping the potatoes thin is the secret to this recipe’s success try using a mandoline to slice them evenly.
The Best Cheesy Potatoes
Cheesy potatoes are perfect for any gathering. We spent days perfecting the BEST version—testing fresh vs. frozen potatoes and coming up with the perfect from-scratch sauce that doesn’t rely on canned soup as its base. In the end, fresh potatoes won the competition, thanks to the creamy soft texture they provide and the way they soak up the silky smooth, rich homemade sauce. Of course, plenty of Cheddar tops it all off, as well as cornflakes for toothsome crunch.
