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I don’t take a lot of time to focus on cooking dinner. I like fast and easy meals that I can whip out for the entire family in 30 minutes or less. Even though I don’t like to spend a lot of time in the kitchen, I still like to eat a well-rounded dinner with a main dish and at least one side dish. My favorite easy side dishes are:
- Rice
- Steamed Veggies
- Fresh Fruit
- Baked French Fries (the kids)
- Mashed Potatoes
I like to keep all of the above on hand because honestly, they are so fast and easy to make, plus can pair with just about any main dish. You’ll notice mashed potatoes is on the list. Although mashed potatoes made from scratch are good to eat, they take a lot of time to make. So when I say “mashed potatoes,” I’m talking about the delicious instant potatoes that come in a box…like Betty Crocker’s Specialty side dishes.
It takes at least an hour of nearly constant work to make mashed potatoes from scratch. It takes about 5 minutes to make Betty Crocker’s instant potato side dishes. All I do is boil the water, add the potatoes and milk and stir. It’s done! And if you put me in a blindfolded taste test, I would not be able to tell you which potatoes were made “from scratch” or from the box.
My family received the Betty Crocker Mashed Roasted Garlic potatoes. They have a slight garlicky taste that means if you like garlic, you’ll like this flavored side dish…if you don’t like garlic, then you may not. I paired these with Chicken and Apple Sausages for one of my famous 10 minute meals! (Okay, so it’s not really famous…but it does only take me 10 minutes to make from start to finish.)
Betty Crocker has a whole line of mouth-watering potato side dish flavors including:
- Ultimates Loaded Mashed
- Ultimates Au Gratin
- Mashed Homestyle Creamy Butter
- Mashed Roasted Garlic
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Au Gratin Potatoes
I’m really wanting to try the Ultimates Loaded Mashed potatoes – I bet those are really good! Which flavor(s) sounds good to you? What are your favorite side dishes?
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Krista says
I LOVE Betty Crocker Potatoes! I whip them up all the time as a side – they go great with grilled chicken and steamed veggies! They’re definitely one of my favorite quickie sides, I’m glad I’m not the only one who loves them!
Lydia says
I always have Betty Crocker sides on hand. My family loves them!
Ellen Christian says
Garlic mashed potatoes sound delicious!
mel says
YUM! This looks so delicious!
Chelsea Day says
We love Betty Crocker Potato side dishes here at my house. Sooo yummy!
Angela says
These Betty Crocker potatoes come in so handy, and the family really enjoys them.
Shannon Gosney says
We love Betty Crocker’s Mashed Potatoes! This is definitely a great addition to any meal.
Kelsey Apley says
Yum this looks so good! I have never had it before so might have to try it out!
Jennifer Wagner says
I always think of Betty Crocker as only making desserts. I never realized they had mixes for real food also. I’m going to have to try them.
Tammilee Tillison says
Yum, we love Betty Crocker Side Dishes. They make dinner prep a breeze.
Tara says
I use Betty Crocker sides a lot. They are always good and they give me time to make the main dish really good.
Jenn @TheRebelChick says
I really, really love Betty Crocker side dishes! Their potatoes au gratin are my favorite. Sometimes we add cubed ham and pees to the mix before putting into the oven for a really simple casserole!
john says
These look fantastic! I like that they are so easy to make. Saving time in the kitchen is just what I need.
Pam says
We use the Betty Crocker mashed potatoes in all sorts of dishes. They can be dressed up so easily.
Jennifer Soltys says
Perfect sides to any meal! We love them. Even had them for Thanksgiving and no one knew they weren’t homemade.
brett says
oh, garlic!! yum…..betty crocker makes dinner so easy
Dawn Lopez says
Oh how yummy! I am a huge mashed potato fan, but never have the time to make it from scratch. This is a brilliant idea!
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says
YUM! Who wouldn’t love garlic potatoes! Looks easy to make and delicious!
Melissa says
I would love to try Mashed Homestyle Creamy Butter.
Michelle F. says
I love their mashed potatoes!
Amanda says
Oh, the garlic mashed potatoes sound delicious! I would love some now actually with cheddar cheese on top please.
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
I tried the loaded mashed over here and they’re super yummy! Really creamy and cheesy!
tealady3 says
I want to each and everyone.I love the fact that they are so fast and easy.
Bridgette says
Garlic mashed potatoes are my favorite but the other flavors sound really good too.
Joan Morris says
Betty Crocker is always in my drygoods cupboard. From the side dishes that are a quick and tasty addition to many of our meals. To the desserts that round out the meal. I Can always count on keeping everyone satisfied with the variety that is offered through the Betty Crocker line of side dishes.
Nancy Andrews says
I do use Betty Crocker and the garlic mashed potatos are one of our favorites
Deborah says
I love garlic and I love mashed potatoes. So I want to try these.
Jewel says
I load the ease of the scalloped and julianne potatoes. A great and easy side dish for any main course.
cathy snyder says
Loaded potatoes great on top of shepards pie
davida says
I used to eat them all the time and loved them. I have had gastric surgery so would like to see reduced fat and sodium sides
Mary says
I love all things Betty Crocker. I have used most of their side dishes. But I disagree on how long it takes to make mashed potatoes from scratch. Yes it does take a little time to peel and cut the potatoes. I cook them in the microwave while I fix the rest of the dinner. Then mash with a fork with some butter and cream. My husband is always amazed when I make them from scratch. But I also like the Betty Crocker potatoes.
Nicole says
I’ve never done mashed potatoes in the microwave. I’ll have to try that sometime. Thanks for sharing your idea with me. -Nicole
cindy says
I love all of Betty Crocker items and especially the potatoes!
cathy miller says
Always use Betty Crocker side dishes, our family loves them
Nelly says
Easy side dishes, fix it, prep everything, and then out of the oven, perfect every time!
Jane Thompson says
I love their products, I have never been disappointed yet.
Tami says
Loved the potatoes, what’s more my husband could make them . Foods always better when someone is doing the work
bobbin says
I use betty crocker products all the time
Camille Dorris says
I love the Betty Crocker potatoes, especially the Scalloped Potatoes.
Alexa says
I have never tried them but I am a fan of easy!
Ashley says
“It takes at least an hour of nearly constant work to make mashed potatoes from scratch.”
Have you ever made mashed potatoes from scratch? They take 20 minutes to boil (which is definitely not “constant work”), and maybe 5 minutes to mash… “At least an hour” is a bit of an exaggeration, that’s why I ask. Either you’ve never done it, or your using an overcomplicated recipe.
Nicole says
Yes, I have made them from scratch many times. It takes me time to peel and cut them before I boil them for at least twenty minutes or until they are done. And I do have to be in the kitchen with them constantly to watch and make sure they don’t boil over. Then I have to get the masher out and mash them and make any additions to them. And note that I did say “NEARLY CONSTANT work”. Although maybe an hour of my time is slightly rounding up – but making mashed potatoes from scratch is not a simple process, at least for me. Good for you that you are so efficient making mashed potatoes, but really there’s no need to get all catty in my blog’s comments about it. It’s only mashed potatoes, no need for controversy, Ashley.
Kimberly M Johnson says
I would love to try some of products before I purchase any. Thank you Kimberly Johnson
Mary Armstrong says
I use Betty Crocker products in my home. I buy fast fixing sides of potatoes. My favorite Betty Crocker is simply my old cook book.
cindy sullivan says
They are so simple and quick to use.
Rosemary K. says
Betty Crocker gives me alternatives so that I don’t serve the same sides at every meal. A perfect meal time helper.
monica m says
i love betty crocker, its been around for MANY years, and still around for my kids to love