5 savory dishes with just potatoes
What's the story
Potatoes are one of the most versatile ingredients available in kitchens across the globe.
They can be transformed into a range of savory dishes that are satisfying and easy to make.
Be it baked, mashed, or fried, potatoes can do it all when it comes to making delicious meals.
Here are five savory dishes that make the humble potato the star of the show.
Creamy delight
Classic mashed potatoes
Mashed potatoes are a staple in most households because they're easy to make and so comforting to eat.
To prepare classic mashed potatoes, boil peeled potatoes until tender and mash them with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper for flavor.
The dish goes well with various gravies or you can have it alone as a creamy side dish.
Golden crunch
Crispy potato wedges
Potato wedges give a crispy alternative to normal fries.
Cut potatoes into wedge shapes, toss it in olive oil, salt, pepper and your choice of herbs/spices like paprika or garlic powder.
Bake in the oven until golden brown for a crunchy exterior and soft interior.
These wedges make an excellent snack or side dish for any meal.
Savory cakes
Potato pancakes
The recipe for potato pancakes involves grating raw potatoes and mixing them with flour, onion, salt, and pepper before frying them until crispy on both sides.
These savory cakes can be served as an appetizer or along with breakfast dishes like scrambled tofu or sauteed vegetables.
Flavorful fillings
Stuffed baked potatoes
Stuffed baked potatoes open a world of creativity in the kitchen.
Bake whole potatoes until tender; scoop out some flesh from each potato half, keeping their skins intact as shells ready to fill up again.
Mix scooped-out flesh with cheese (like cheddar), sour cream (or yogurt), chives (or green onions), salt, and pepper, before generously refilling the shells back again.
Warm comfort
Potato soup
Potato soup is just perfect when you want something warm yet filling during the colder months!
Start by sauteing onions and garlic together till fragrant. Add diced, peeled, cubed pieces of fresh spuds along with broth/stock, and let it all simmer gently till softened.
Cook through and blend smoothly using an immersion blender if desired consistency is achieved. Finally, season accordingly to preferred taste preferences!