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You are here: Home / Food and Snacks / Betty Crocker Side Dishes For Homemade Taste in No Time!

Betty Crocker Side Dishes For Homemade Taste in No Time!

December 3, 2013 by Nicole 47 Comments

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Betty Crocker via Glam Media.  The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Betty Crocker.

Betty Crocker LogoI 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.

Betty Crocker Side Dishes Potatos

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?

Need a quick and easy meal solution for the busy holiday season?  Try Betty Crocker Potatoes today. Get recipes at
http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/product-recipes/potatoes-recipes.

Filed Under: Food and Snacks, Reviews Tagged With: Betty Crocker, Mashed Potatoes, Side Dishes

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  1. Krista says

    December 4, 2013 at 9:01 am

    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!

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    • Lydia says

      December 8, 2013 at 1:00 am

      I always have Betty Crocker sides on hand. My family loves them!

      Reply
  2. Ellen Christian says

    December 4, 2013 at 9:29 am

    Garlic mashed potatoes sound delicious!

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  3. mel says

    December 4, 2013 at 10:02 am

    YUM! This looks so delicious!

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  4. Chelsea Day says

    December 4, 2013 at 10:37 am

    We love Betty Crocker Potato side dishes here at my house. Sooo yummy!

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  5. Angela says

    December 4, 2013 at 11:40 am

    These Betty Crocker potatoes come in so handy, and the family really enjoys them.

    Reply
  6. Shannon Gosney says

    December 4, 2013 at 11:44 am

    We love Betty Crocker’s Mashed Potatoes! This is definitely a great addition to any meal.

    Reply
  7. Kelsey Apley says

    December 4, 2013 at 11:47 am

    Yum this looks so good! I have never had it before so might have to try it out!

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  8. Jennifer Wagner says

    December 4, 2013 at 12:20 pm

    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.

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  9. Tammilee Tillison says

    December 4, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Yum, we love Betty Crocker Side Dishes. They make dinner prep a breeze.

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  10. Tara says

    December 4, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    I use Betty Crocker sides a lot. They are always good and they give me time to make the main dish really good.

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  11. Jenn @TheRebelChick says

    December 4, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    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!

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  12. john says

    December 4, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    These look fantastic! I like that they are so easy to make. Saving time in the kitchen is just what I need.

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  13. Pam says

    December 4, 2013 at 5:52 pm

    We use the Betty Crocker mashed potatoes in all sorts of dishes. They can be dressed up so easily.

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  14. Jennifer Soltys says

    December 4, 2013 at 7:08 pm

    Perfect sides to any meal! We love them. Even had them for Thanksgiving and no one knew they weren’t homemade.

    Reply
  15. brett says

    December 4, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    oh, garlic!! yum…..betty crocker makes dinner so easy

    Reply
  16. Dawn Lopez says

    December 4, 2013 at 7:58 pm

    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!

    Reply
  17. Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says

    December 4, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    YUM! Who wouldn’t love garlic potatoes! Looks easy to make and delicious!

    Reply
  18. Melissa says

    December 4, 2013 at 9:44 pm

    I would love to try Mashed Homestyle Creamy Butter.

    Reply
  19. Michelle F. says

    December 4, 2013 at 10:20 pm

    I love their mashed potatoes!

    Reply
  20. Amanda says

    December 4, 2013 at 10:22 pm

    Oh, the garlic mashed potatoes sound delicious! I would love some now actually with cheddar cheese on top please.

    Reply
  21. Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says

    December 5, 2013 at 2:34 pm

    I tried the loaded mashed over here and they’re super yummy! Really creamy and cheesy!

    Reply
  22. tealady3 says

    December 6, 2013 at 9:04 pm

    I want to each and everyone.I love the fact that they are so fast and easy.

    Reply
  23. Bridgette says

    December 6, 2013 at 10:31 pm

    Garlic mashed potatoes are my favorite but the other flavors sound really good too.

    Reply
  24. Joan Morris says

    December 7, 2013 at 8:30 am

    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.

    Reply
  25. Nancy Andrews says

    December 7, 2013 at 9:49 am

    I do use Betty Crocker and the garlic mashed potatos are one of our favorites

    Reply
  26. Deborah says

    December 7, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    I love garlic and I love mashed potatoes. So I want to try these.

    Reply
  27. Jewel says

    December 7, 2013 at 6:04 pm

    I load the ease of the scalloped and julianne potatoes. A great and easy side dish for any main course.

    Reply
  28. cathy snyder says

    December 7, 2013 at 6:51 pm

    Loaded potatoes great on top of shepards pie

    Reply
  29. davida says

    December 7, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    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

    Reply
  30. Mary says

    December 8, 2013 at 10:05 am

    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.

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    • Nicole says

      December 8, 2013 at 4:09 pm

      I’ve never done mashed potatoes in the microwave. I’ll have to try that sometime. Thanks for sharing your idea with me. -Nicole

      Reply
  31. cindy says

    December 8, 2013 at 11:28 am

    I love all of Betty Crocker items and especially the potatoes!

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  32. cathy miller says

    December 8, 2013 at 12:18 pm

    Always use Betty Crocker side dishes, our family loves them

    Reply
  33. Nelly says

    December 8, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    Easy side dishes, fix it, prep everything, and then out of the oven, perfect every time!

    Reply
  34. Jane Thompson says

    December 8, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    I love their products, I have never been disappointed yet.

    Reply
  35. Tami says

    December 8, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    Loved the potatoes, what’s more my husband could make them . Foods always better when someone is doing the work

    Reply
  36. bobbin says

    December 9, 2013 at 4:07 am

    I use betty crocker products all the time

    Reply
  37. Camille Dorris says

    December 9, 2013 at 5:01 am

    I love the Betty Crocker potatoes, especially the Scalloped Potatoes.

    Reply
  38. Alexa says

    December 9, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    I have never tried them but I am a fan of easy!

    Reply
  39. Ashley says

    December 9, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    “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.

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    • Nicole says

      December 9, 2013 at 4:25 pm

      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.

      Reply
  40. Kimberly M Johnson says

    December 9, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    I would love to try some of products before I purchase any. Thank you Kimberly Johnson

    Reply
  41. Mary Armstrong says

    December 9, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    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.

    Reply
  42. cindy sullivan says

    December 13, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    They are so simple and quick to use.

    Reply
  43. Rosemary K. says

    December 16, 2013 at 6:19 pm

    Betty Crocker gives me alternatives so that I don’t serve the same sides at every meal. A perfect meal time helper.

    Reply
  44. monica m says

    December 19, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    i love betty crocker, its been around for MANY years, and still around for my kids to love

    Reply

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