Best 5 Colorful Holiday Potatoes Recipes
Is your holiday spread looking a little drab? Do your side dishes lack the festive cheer that fills the rest of your home? If so, then it's time to add some colorful holiday potatoes to your menu! These delightful treats are easy to make and are sure to brighten up any holiday table. With their vibrant red, orange, yellow, and purple hues, they'll add a touch of merriments that's sure to put a smile on everyone's face. Plus, they're packed with flavor, making them a delicious addition to any holiday meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
COLORFUL HOLIDAY POTATOES
This recipe has grown into one of my favorite side dishes; and I started out not even liking sweet potatoes! This has changed my opinion forever! Adapted from a Honey Baked Ham recipe I picked up years ago.
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Potato
Time 2h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 11 x 7 x 1 1/2-inch baking dish; set aside.
- Slice potatoes 1/8 inch thin; place in water for 20 minutes.
- In small bowl, mix flour and butter until smooth.
- In medium saucepan; heat milk and broth over medium low heat.
- Add flour mixture to hot milk; cook stirring until thickened and bubbly.
- Reduce to low; stir in 1/2 cup parmesan and 1/2 cup fontina cheese, thyme, salt and pepper mixing well.
- Remove from heat.
- Alternate layers of drained potato with sweet potato adding 1/4 of sauce and 1/8 cup fontina between each layer.
- Top with 1/4 cup parmesan.
- Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue to bake for 45-55 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is browned.
- Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 22.8, Sodium 296, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.8, Protein 6.1
HOLIDAY ONLY MASHED POTATOES
These mashed potatoes are too fattening to have on a regular basis. I only make these on holidays, and everyone wonders what's in them that's makes them so rich...
Provided by Saltair4
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, add butter, and mash using a potato masher, ricer or mixer. Gradually beat in the heavy cream. Serve hot!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.6 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 84.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
HOLIDAY POTATO BAKE
I have made this at Thanksgiving and Christmas for the past several years; my family requests this dish all the time, even when it's not a holiday! Happy, cherished family memories. -Vickie West, Long Beach, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place potatoes, carrots, celery and onion in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Cook, covered, until vegetables are almost tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain. Return to Dutch oven; toss with 1-3/4 cups cheddar cheese, butter, cream cheese, 1/4 cup parsley, salt and pepper., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with olives and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes. To serve, sprinkle with remaining parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
COLORFUL HOLIDAY POTATOES
This recipe has grown into one of my favorite side dishes; and I started out not even liking sweet potatoes! This has changed my opinion forever! Adapted from a Honey Baked Ham recipe I picked up years ago.
Provided by Cook4_6
Categories Potato
Time 2h15m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 11 x 7 x 1 1/2-inch baking dish; set aside.
- Slice potatoes 1/8 inch thin; place in water for 20 minutes.
- In small bowl, mix flour and butter until smooth.
- In medium saucepan; heat milk and broth over medium low heat.
- Add flour mixture to hot milk; cook stirring until thickened and bubbly.
- Reduce to low; stir in 1/2 cup parmesan and 1/2 cup fontina cheese, thyme, salt and pepper mixing well.
- Remove from heat.
- Alternate layers of drained potato with sweet potato adding 1/4 of sauce and 1/8 cup fontina between each layer.
- Top with 1/4 cup parmesan.
- Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes.
- Remove foil and continue to bake for 45-55 minutes until potatoes are tender and top is browned.
- Allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 22.8, Sodium 296, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.8, Protein 6.1
TINA'S HOLIDAY MASHED POTATOES
An interpretation of my mother-in-law's whipped red potatoes that she serves for every holiday or get-together. Whether it's Christmas, Easter, or the Fourth of July, these creamy whipped red potatoes are a perfect side dish! There's no need for gravy!
Provided by milbax
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a large stockpot with water. Add potatoes, chicken bouillon, and rosemary. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl. Add cheese, milk, sour cream, and butter; beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in green onions, garlic, salt, and pepper. Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 26.1 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 321.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
Tips:
- Choose a variety of colorful potatoes for visual appeal. This could include red, yellow, purple, and fingerling potatoes.
- Baby potatoes are a good choice for this recipe because they cook evenly and hold their shape well.
- If you don't have baby potatoes, you can use larger potatoes, but cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- To prevent the potatoes from sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is well greased before adding the potatoes.
- Cook the potatoes over medium heat so that they cook evenly and don't burn.
- Stir the potatoes occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the pan and to ensure that they cook evenly.
- Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- You can add other seasonings and herbs to taste, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chili powder.
- Serve the potatoes hot as a side dish or main course.
Conclusion:
Colorful holiday potatoes are a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a variety of colors and flavors, these potatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.
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