Greg Dupree

We enjoypotatoesany time of day in any number of ways.

Breakfasthash browns and tater tots.

Lucky for us, these amazing potato appetizers prove the humble potato’s versatility even further.

Plate of mini potato skins on blue fabric

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These spuds are ready to party.

These chips fry up super thin and crispy with the essential help of a mandolin.

Pair them with yourfavorite homemade dipfor a party-time winner.

Homemade Potato Chips with Fried Herbs

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Spicy Sweet Potato Crostini

Sweet potato crostinis offer more complex flavor than bread slices.

Parboil the potatoes first for tenderness, then stick them under the broiler to develop a golden brown hue.

If you want to go all out, add a drizzle of sauce and a sprinkle of cheese.

Spicy Sweet Potato Crostini

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Mixing mashed sweet potato into the dough adds a bit of sweetness alongside the peppery bite of chorizo.

Deviled Potatoes

Combine two Southern classicsdeviled eggs and potato saladin these mini wonders.

Petite red potatoes serve as the base of the dish.

fried mashed potato balls

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Make ourSweet Potato Biscuitsin the morning, baking a double batch so you might enjoy some with breakfast.

The mini biscuits freeze beautifully, so it’s possible for you to also make them ahead.

Potato Latkes

This classic latke recipe is as good as it gets.

Southern Living Smashed Potatoes on a platter to serve

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Sprinkle them with flaky sea salt after frying.

Our Test Kitchen recommends pairing these with a curry powder-mayo sauce.

A mandoline is key for getting extra thin, consistent slices from russet potatoes.

Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites

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They are coated in a butter-herb mixture, then stacked in muffin cups.

Set out this easy appetizer at your next dinner party for a fun surprise.

They would be a hit at a holiday potluck, too.

Mini Sweet Potato Latkes

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Use your mini muffin pan if you want to make them bite-size.

They’re great for any cool weather event from football season to New Year’s Eve.

Deviled Potatoes

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Petite Sweet Potato Biscuits with Pulled Pork and Slaw

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Potato Latkes

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sweet potato fries on a platter with a small bowl of ketchup

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Herbed Potato Stacks - Southern Living

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Smoked Salmon-Potato Chip Canapes

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Sweet Potato Muffins

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