24 Reasons Why Potatoes Are the Last-Minute Dinner Savior

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Jump-start a deliciously easy dinner with a can of Progresso® soup!

Jump-start a deliciously easy dinner with a can of Progresso® soup!

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Whether you’re starting from scratch or with a fridge full of pot roast leftovers, this casserole is easy to put together for a comforting meal. Made with a clever shortcut using Betty Crocker™ scalloped potatoes, this dish brings together all the savory flavors of pot roast in each hearty bite.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or with a fridge full of pot roast leftovers, this casserole is easy to put toge...

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Need a slow-cooker chicken recipe that’s something special? This hearty, warming stew fits the bill with its earthy, French-country-cooking-inspired flavors, including bacon, flavorful vegetables, chicken and a combination of broth and wine. Whether you’re having company over or just want to elevate your weeknight meal a bit, serve this impressive meal with crusty bread or over Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes.

Need a slow-cooker chicken recipe that’s something special? This hearty, warming stew fits the bill with its earthy, ...

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The easiest possible spin on a classic comfort food! This stovetop Shepherd’s Pie uses ground beef, frozen veggies and broth for a hearty stew that gets topped with extra cheesy mashed potatoes. Simple to whip up, and simply unbeatable for a weeknight dinner in a hurry.

The easiest possible spin on a classic comfort food! This stovetop Shepherd’s Pie uses ground beef, frozen veggies an...

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It only takes a handful of ingredients to make standard scalloped potatoes into a dish that’s truly deluxe—creamy, cheesy and fully loaded. The rich flavor and meltingly tender texture in this recipe are thanks to the addition of heavy cream, so save your milk for cookies. Ham, peas and Cheddar make this dish hearty enough for a satisfying dinner or a filling potluck side. Betty Crocker™ scalloped potatoes make the whole dish easy to throw together; no need to slice up all those taters. Next time you need dinner or a side, stat, turn to this warming and luxurious twist on scalloped potatoes.

It only takes a handful of ingredients to make standard scalloped potatoes into a dish that’s truly deluxe—creamy, ch...

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Can’t decide between a potato or mushroom side dish? Have them both! The sauce comes together easily with cream and vegetable broth, while rosemary adds just the right amount of subtle flavor. And you can’t forget the crunchy bread crumb and Parmesan topping!

Can’t decide between a potato or mushroom side dish? Have them both! The sauce comes together easily with cream and v...

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Packed with Philly cheese steak flavors, this comforting twist on shepherd’s pie is loaded with seasoned ground beef, mushrooms, onion and green bell pepper in a cheesy sauce, topped with Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes.

Packed with Philly cheese steak flavors, this comforting twist on shepherd’s pie is loaded with seasoned ground beef,...

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Turn Betty Crocker™ potatoes into an easy skillet with kielbasa and Cheddar cheese – yum!

Turn Betty Crocker™ potatoes into an easy skillet with kielbasa and Cheddar cheese – yum!

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This quick-to-fix chicken and potato dinner uses ingredients you may already have on hand.

This quick-to-fix chicken and potato dinner uses ingredients you may already have on hand.

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Go easy on yourself with this quick one-dish meal, topped in potato nuggets. With chicken, cheese and veggies, too, it’s both delicious and well-rounded.

Go easy on yourself with this quick one-dish meal, topped in potato nuggets. With chicken, cheese and veggies, too, i...

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Start with sour cream-and-cheddar-spiked mashed potatoes, then load up on barbecue chicken, bacon and more cheese for an irresistibly indulgent dinner that’s on the table in under an hour.

Start with sour cream-and-cheddar-spiked mashed potatoes, then load up on barbecue chicken, bacon and more cheese for...

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This casserole combines popular ingredients like broccoli, ham and bacon.

This casserole combines popular ingredients like broccoli, ham and bacon.

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Here’s your next favorite comfort food! Simple to make in the slow cooker with scalloped potatoes and ground beef, this casserole is fully loaded with toppings for a dinner everyone will love.

Here’s your next favorite comfort food! Simple to make in the slow cooker with scalloped potatoes and ground beef, th...

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Even the pickiest eater will be asking for more. Quick to make and even faster to disappear!

Even the pickiest eater will be asking for more. Quick to make and even faster to disappear!

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Winner, winner--barbecue chicken and potato dinner! You can have this easy pleaser on your table in just half an hour.

Winner, winner--barbecue chicken and potato dinner! You can have this easy pleaser on your table in just half an hour.

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This casserole will be the new favorite at your next holiday gathering. Easy to put together, even more delicious to eat!

This casserole will be the new favorite at your next holiday gathering. Easy to put together, even more delicious to ...

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Serve this easy Mexican skillet dinner for a quick weeknight meal.

Serve this easy Mexican skillet dinner for a quick weeknight meal.

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Try a fun new way to serve meatloaf and mashed potatoes! Check out the time-saving tips to make this a rush hour recipe.

Try a fun new way to serve meatloaf and mashed potatoes! Check out the time-saving tips to make this a rush hour recipe.

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Rotisserie chicken and a boxed potato mix whip up into a delicious dinner complete with broccoli.

Rotisserie chicken and a boxed potato mix whip up into a delicious dinner complete with broccoli.

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Buffalo chicken takes on a whole new flavor profile when added to a potato casserole. Easy ingredients to throw together means dinner is on in no time.

Buffalo chicken takes on a whole new flavor profile when added to a potato casserole. Easy ingredients to throw toget...

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You're only 30 minutes away from a fiesta of flavors in an easy ground beef, skillet dinner!

You're only 30 minutes away from a fiesta of flavors in an easy ground beef, skillet dinner!

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Enjoy this hearty beef and potato dinner made with frozen broccoli florets - ready in 30 minutes.

Enjoy this hearty beef and potato dinner made with frozen broccoli florets - ready in 30 minutes.

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This delightfully cheesy and richly flavored casserole might be the ultimate party dish. It’s got all the comfort of a classic mashed potato casserole but with molto pizzazz. Favorite Italian ingredients, like Parmesan, garlic and rosemary punch up the flavor and the look. This casserole gets dressed up for the party with a buttery topping of toasted bread crumbs, chopped tomatoes and fresh basil. The pops of red and green make it perfect for a holiday table! Whether you’re traveling to the party or hosting, this dish will stay warm and bubbly for a long time after it comes out of the oven.

This delightfully cheesy and richly flavored casserole might be the ultimate party dish. It’s got all the comfort of ...