(Family Features) Many people would agree the holidays are one of the happiest times of the year – but also one of the most stressful. Replace the stress with smiles by cooking easy, delicious dinners that can help make the season a breeze and bring a little holiday happiness to mealtime.

Spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family by turning to easy-to-prepare potato recipes that can make the whole family happy.

For example, when you’re busy trying to cook multiple things at once, free up precious oven real estate while saving time with these Herby Holiday Air Fryer Little Potatoes. For a busy weeknight during the holiday season, potato dishes like this one can be made in an air fryer and customized with a few of your favorite pantry staples. If you don’t have fresh herbs on hand, dried will do the trick.

This recipe and many others can be streamlined with Little Potatoes, which come pre-washed, are small enough they don’t need to be cut and are a fresh, whole food grown on family farms so you can feel good about serving them to your loved ones.

Remember, easy can still be fabulous and festive. This Warm Winter Potato Salad with Cranberries offers the best of both worlds as it comes together in around 7 minutes with seasonal pops of red and green.

This family-friendly side features A Little Roasted Garlic, Rosemary & Thyme Microwave Ready Little Potatoes that simply need to be steamed in the microwave for 5 minutes then tossed with the included seasoning pack – no boiling or peeling required. It’s truly a holiday shortcut, and you can make the recipe even easier by using store-bought honey mustard vinaigrette if you’re short on time to make it from scratch.

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Herby Holiday Air Fryer Little Potatoes

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6

• 1 1/2 pounds Little Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh or dried herbs, such as parsley, rosemary, sage or oregano, chopped

1. In large bowl, toss potatoes with oil or melted butter. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Place in air fryer basket.
2. Air fry potatoes at 390 F for 25 minutes.
3. Once air-fried, sprinkle potatoes with herbs and serve.

Warm Winter Potato Salad with Cranberries

Prep time: 2-5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4

• 1 package A Little Roasted Garlic, Rosemary & Thyme Microwave Ready Little Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1 small apple, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or other nuts (optional)
• fresh parsley (optional)
• green onions (optional)

1. Prepare potatoes according to package instructions, about 5 minutes, tossing with olive oil and included seasoning pack once cooked.
2. In small bowl, whisk Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar and honey or maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. In large bowl, toss warm potatoes with cranberries, thinly sliced apple and walnuts, if using.
4. Drizzle mustard dressing over top and gently mix until well-coated.
5. Top with fresh parsley or green onions, if desired, for pop of color. Serve warm.

Tips: If you like more texture, toast walnuts for extra crunch. For added creaminess, mix 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt or mayonnaise into dressing. To save time or reduce ingredients needed, use storebought honey mustard vinaigrette.

SOURCE:
The Little Potato Company

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Ready for an easy dish that hits the spot, here’s a recipe for a delicious homemade potato soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups of potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cup of milk or heavy cream
• 3 tbsp of butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, bacon bits

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
2. Add the chopped potatoes and broth to the pot, and bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender and puree it in batches.
5. Return the pot to the heat and add the milk or heavy cream. Stir the soup until the cream is fully incorporated.
6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot with your desired toppings.

Alternative Ingredients:

• Instead of potatoes, you can use sweet potatoes or butternut squash for a different flavor.
• For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Add some cooked bacon or ham to the soup for extra protein and flavor.
• Stir in some chopped kale or spinach for added nutrients.

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(Culinary.net) Make room in the oven this Thanksgiving with a Spatchcock Smoked Turkey recipe that stays moist and tender. By relying on the smoker rather than a traditional baked bird, you can keep the oven freed up for savory sides and delectable desserts.

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Spatchcock Smoked Turkey

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 8-10

• 1 stick melted butter
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons thyme
• 2 tablespoons lemon powder
• 1 turkey (10 pounds)

1. Heat smoker to 225 F.
2. Mix melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and lemon powder. Rub entire turkey front and back with butter mixture.
3. Smoke turkey until it reaches internal temperature of 150 F. While turkey finishes smoking, heat grill to at least 450 F.
4. Sear turkey on grill until internal temperature reaches 165 F, about 10-15 minutes. Flip turkey breast side down 30 seconds to crisp skin. Use pizza peel to remove from grill.

SOURCE:
Culinary.net

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