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Our Top 3 Mashed Potato Recipes From This Year

Mashed potatoes just might be the ultimate comfort food, and these standout recipes prove it. Whether you love them creamy, crispy, or layered over cozy fillings, these picks are sure to satisfy those carb cravings for when nothing else sounds good.

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Updated on Tue, 12 May 2026
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Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie With Lentils

Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie With Lentils
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Rich, umami-packed lentils and sautéed mushrooms are topped with fluffy mashed potatoes for a vegetarian twist on the classic shepherd’s pie.

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Smashed Garlic Herb Potatoes

Crispy smashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic and fresh herbs, golden and aromatic on a baking sheet.
Crispy smashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic and fresh herbs, golden and aromatic on a baking sheet. | vectorgrill.com

"Super crispy and buttery! My kids ask for these every week. Roasted garlic takes them over the top." —Mandy C.

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Hearty Lentil Shepherd's Pie

A comforting close-up showing the baked Hearty Lentil Shepherds Pie with creamy mashed potato topping.
A comforting close-up showing the baked Hearty Lentil Shepherds Pie with creamy mashed potato topping. | vectorgrill.com

"This filling is so savory and the mashed potato crust bakes up perfectly golden. Made it for a meatless Monday and everyone wanted seconds!" —Gregory

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