Aug 09, 2025

Aarushi Bhadury

Potato Based Dishes You For Week-Long Meal Prep

​Twice-Baked Potatoes ​

Bake large potatoes, scoop out the insides, and mix with your favorite fillings like cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives. Fill the potato skins and bake again. You can make these ahead and simply reheat them in the oven or microwave.

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​Mashed Potato Casserole ​

A make-ahead version of mashed potatoes, this dish is often enriched with ingredients like cream cheese, sour cream, and butter, which helps it stay creamy when reheated. It can be topped with cheese and bacon for a delicious casserole.

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​Chicken, and Potato Soup ​

This hearty and comforting soup is perfect for meal prep. The smoky flavor of chicken pair perfectly with the neutral flavor of potatoes. It's a great option for a substantial lunch or dinner and reheats beautifully.

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​Potato Salad ​

Both creamy (with a mayonnaise-based dressing) and vinaigrette-based potato salads are great for meal prep. The flavors of a vinaigrette potato salad can even improve over a few days as the dressing marinates the potatoes.

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​Roasted Potatoes or Home Fries ​

Simply dice potatoes, toss them with oil and your favorite seasonings (like garlic powder, paprika, or herbs), and roast them until crispy. These can be reheated in a pan, air fryer, or oven for a quick side dish or a base for a breakfast hash.

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​Scalloped Potatoes or Potatoes au Gratin ​

Layers of thinly sliced potatoes baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce make for a luxurious and satisfying dish. These casseroles are excellent for making ahead of time and reheating for a delicious dinner.

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​Shepherd's Pie (or Cottage Pie) ​

This classic comfort food features a layer of seasoned ground meat and vegetables topped with a creamy potato crust. You can prepare and assemble the entire dish and bake it later in the week.

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​Potato and Vegetable Skillet ​

A one-pan meal with diced potatoes, onions, and other vegetables like bell peppers, kale, or broccoli. You can prepare a large batch and reheat individual portions for a quick and easy meal.

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​Duchess Potatoes ​

This elegant dish involves piping mashed potatoes mixed with egg yolks into rosettes and baking them until golden. They can be prepared and refrigerated before baking, making them a great make-ahead option for a special dinner.

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​Potato and Egg Breakfast Burritos ​

Cooked potatoes (like home fries), scrambled eggs, cheese, and your choice of fillings can be wrapped in tortillas and frozen. You can then grab one from the freezer and heat it in the microwave for a quick and filling breakfast.

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