Potato Recipes for Every Month

JANUARY

Winter is a time for hearty, comforting, filling AF eats. I like things that are rich and creamy, starchy, carby, and just like, satisfying. Thankfully, potatoes love a creamy, cheesy bath to bake in just as much as they like a rich, creamy soup to swim in. Here's a couple January tater recipes.

Potato Chowder

Even hearing the word chowder, I know I'm in for something that's going to fill me up and leave me ready for a night on the couch underneath a blanket, and I like that. My Potato Chowder is the perfect January meal because it's incredibly luscious and rich. It's full of veggies like cauliflower, leeks, and hearty potatoes, swimming in the creamiest, most flavourful broth.

Nothing says cozy like a warm bowl of soup, but with a little cream, it also screams comfort vibes.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-chowder

Potato Leek Au Gratin

I can't think of a dish more suitable to filling that need for something rich and decadent than a nice au gratin. Leeks and potatoes play very nicely together and when they're bathed in velvety cream, they're the perfect match.

My potato leek au gratin is everything you love about a winter comfort dish; layers of tender, delicious potatoes, a deliciously creamy sauce reduced in the oven until thick and decadent, and a cheesy combination of melty mozzarella and nutty gruyere. Fu<king delicious and absolutely designed to have you loosening up those drawstrings and taking a breather afterwards. 

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-leek-au-gratin

FebrUAry

As I mentioned earlier, winter is a time for food that will leave us filling cozy, full, and ready to take on that wretched winter weather. Potatoes are so versatile in that you can really create any rich, wintery dish with them that will be delicious. 

Potato Lasagna

No one can deny the allure of a lasagna, especially in the winter. Layers of love, carbs, and cheese, essentially, happiness. Potatoes make the perfect starchy substitute for noodles in this otherwise traditional lasagna recipe that also features a "meat" sauce, creamy, flavourful ricotta filling, and melty mozzarella.

This dish screams comfort for two reasons; one, it's layers of friggen potatoes, two, it's layers of friggen potatoes. How can you deny the happiness that comes from consuming so many layers of tender, delicious taters smothered in sauce and cheese. 

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-lasagna

Potato Cauli Pot Pie

Personally, I find pot pie to be one of the most satisfying and wonderful things to eat in the winter. First, you've got this glorious crust, like, fu<king glorious right? There's something so utterly satisfying about smashing my fork through that layer of golden goodness, y'all should try it. Second, a pot pie filling is intended to be rich, creamy, and full of stick to your ribs goodness. 

My Potato Cauli Pot Pie has the easiest crust recipe that gets so golden brown, it's divine. The filling is as stated, lots of cubed taters, lots of tender cauliflower, and lots of comfort vibes.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/creamy-potato-cauli-pot-pie

MarCh

I actually hate March if I'm being honest. It's like, c'mon already, bring on the spring! It's weird because I've seen warm Marches, and I've seen bittery cold ones. For that reason, here's two recipes that kind of take you in either of those two directions. 

Mixed Potato Au Gratin

We talked about this already but let's go at it again. Au gratin potatoes are defs in my top 3 most comforting dishes to eat when it's bitterly cold out. They're creamy, rich, and so filling, perfect for a cozy night in.

This version is special because it features sweet potatoes as well which were magical paired with cream, thyme, and onions. Just the tiniest hint of sweetness along with their super smooth texture, they were the perfect addish. Oh, and like, cheesy AF.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/mixed-potato-au-gratin

Potato Bruschetta

This recipe screams bring on spring. It's still baking potatoes which will warm up your kitch if the weather is cool, but it's also a fresh, light, and flavourful hello to the warmer weather ahead. It might eat on the lighter side, but it doesn't skimp on flavour.

AprIl

Ok, we're really feeling those spring vibes now y'all. We want fresh, we want light but also comforting and delicious, and we want potatoes. Although spring technically falls in March, it's April when we really start to get that springtime buzz. It's also when local produce starts to pop up, welcoming us to the warmer months.

Potato Leek Soup

Whenever I think of Potato Leek Soup, often times, I'm thinking about something creamy and rich. This particular Potato Leek Soup is more of a Spring vibe because we've skipped the cream in favour of a lighter broth. My Potato Leek Soup features loads of potatoes and some beautiful pesto to give the broth a light, herby taste. It's delicious and perfect for spring time eats.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-leek-soup

MaY

Another glorious spring month full of warmer weather. May is lovely because it's warm, but not too gross and humid. It's also a great time for fresh produce, eating lighter but still delicious dishes, and getting outside as often as we can.

Patatas En Salsa Verde

This skillet of tender, fondant potatoes is imo, the perfect spring dish. When I think of Spring, I think of trees blooming again, grass growing, plants coming back to life, etc., all of which are green and full of life. My Patatas En Salsa Verde is kind of like a mashup of traditional fondant style potatoes, with a little Spanish inspiration. They're absolutely delicious, full of green goodness, and give off major spring time vibes.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/patatas-en-salsa-verde

JuNE

The official first day of summer falls in June which means fresh, delicious eats. June is one of my favourite months because the temps start to get warmer without getting gross as they often tend to do here in Windsor Ontario, Canada. It's the start of warmer months and good times, and yummy potato recipes.

Oil & Vinegar Tater Salad

This recipe is the perfect summer side dish because it's light, flavourful, and delicious. It's also only 6 ingredients to create this yummy summer tater salad inspired by a recipe my old boss created. I really enjoyed the fresh, vinegary pop with every bite of this salad. It's a nice switch up from your typical mayo based tater salad.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/oil-vinegar-potato-salad

Smashed Tater Tacos

These smashed tater tacos were one of my favourite taco recipes to date. First of all, smashed potatoes are life, no one can deny that, and shoved inside tacos, that's what I'm talking about.

These tacos are total summer vibes because they're vegan, fresh, and delicious. That gorgeous cabbage screams summer eats with its stunning purple hue and topped off with fresh greens, they're the perfect summer taco. 

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/smashed-tater-tacos

juLy

We're knee deep in summer now y'all. It's hot, we're using our oven minimally, and we're looking for fresh, light eats featuring potatoes. I hate summer in all honesty, but I love all of the summery recipes you can create.

Pesto Potato Caprese Paninis

It doesn't get summerier than a pesto + caprese pairing. Fresh, herbaceous pesto, juicy tomatoes, melty mozzarella, it screams summer. Now, this IS a potato post so naturally, I slipped in some taters. A quick roast on some thinly sliced taters provides the most delicious crisp, perfect for wedging in to our sammie for something a little extra special.

Lunch or dinner, my Pesto Potato Caprese Paninis are total summer vibes.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/5-cheese-broccoli-rice-casserole

Mediterranean Potato Tacos

Summer is all about fresh eats and this Mediterranean twist on tater tacos is total summer vibes and absolutely delicious. Tender, pan fried potatoes, seasoned with vinegar, Greek seasoning, and pepper flakes, creamy red pepper hummus, fresh, Mediterranean style salad, and roasted zucchinis. A little tangy feta crumbled over top to seal the deal and these tacos are ready to go!

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/mediterranean-potato-tacos

auGust

I'm not going to pretend that August isn't ridiculously hot outside. Here in Windsor, the humidity is astonishingly high and the temperatures are usually hovering around 35 degrees. With that being said, fall is coming so enjoy those summer eats while you still can.

Potato Rice Burritos

A burrito might not scream summer to you at first glance, but I've skipped using the oven entirely for this recipe, sparing you the house-heating warmth of running the oven in the depths of summer. You're welcome.

Crispy, pan fried & perfectly seasoned taters, black beans, microwavable rice, fresh guacamole, and a hot sauce / salsa combination. That fresh guac is like, summer in every delicious bite and these babies are ready in under 20 minutes. 

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-rice-burritos

SeptEmber

September is the month of fall which is always a fave of mine. The wretchedly hot weather is relaxing a bit and we're feeling that cool, crispness that fall brings. Leaves are changing and falling around us, helping us say goodbye to summer in the most beautiful way.

Pinto Bean & Corn Queso Jackets

First of all, feast your eyes on the beauty of this jacket tater. How stunning with all of those gorgeous colours. I like this recipe for September because it works in duality with itself. It's fresh, colourful, and inviting, perfect for those of you who can't let summer go. Secondly, jacket potatoes are so hearty and comforting, perfect as we approach the cooler temps.

Stuffed with Mexican pinto beans, a cheesy corn queso, greens, and Tajin for that pop of citrus.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/pinto-bean-corn-queso-jacket-potatoes

ocTober

October is the month of Halloween, one of my favourite holidays of the year. Although I don't quite dress up and go out anymore, I miss it lol October also happens to be cold and typically, rainy. We need eats that are perfect for watching the rain outside while being cozy on the couch.

Poutine Potatoes

When I said we need eats that are cozy and comforting, of course I'd select my Poutine stuffed Potatoes. It doesn't get better than poutine, a Canadian delicacy renowned for being dumpy and comforting. 

Skip the french fries and stuff a baked potato with poutine vibes. Squeaky, pillowy cheese curds, piping hot gravy, and a perfectly roasted tater. It's a match made in food heaven.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/poutine-baked-potato

novEmBer

November is like, kind of a horrible month really. No holiday's to celebrate, usually cold, shitty weather, it's not anyone's fave month I'm sure. What could make a less than stellar month better you ask? Hearty, comforting potato recipes.

Cheesy Gnocchi, Cauli, & Broccoli Skillet

First of all, cruciferous veggies are at their peak in the winter time so this recipe makes perfect sense. Second of all, it's so utterly cheesy and creamy, it's honestly to die for.

What I love about this is it almost makes you think for a quick second that you might be eating something good with all the delicious cauli & broccoli. But just as quickly, you're reminded of how luxuriously rich and delicious this dish is. Also, gnocchi is made from potatoes so fight me on this one.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/gnocchi-cauli-broccoli-cheese-skillet

Potato, Kale & Ravioli Lasagna

Layered dishes are almost always guaranteed to be hearty and rich, and my Potato, Kale & Ravioli Lasagna is no exception. Layers upon layers of tender, cheese stuffed raviolis, roasted, thinly sliced taters, and kale. Then, it's up to our decadent & delicious béchamel to fill in the blanks. So freaking rich and wonderful y'all.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-kale-ravioli-lasagna

decEMbeR

Now here's a month that has plenty of things to celebrate. Christmas & New Years often take up the entirety of the month, but one things for sure, potatoes will be involved. Whether it's the perfect app for a get together, or a big, fat, comforting breakfast, taters will be there.

Potato Hash Skillet

Cozy weekends in require the best eats imo, easy, but also just like my Potato Hash Skillet. You get your dose of necessary veg action. You get those gloriously crisped up taters. You get eggs, and you get a complete, delicious AF meal that's as easy as can be, super duper flavourful, and perhaps your new favourite brunch dish?

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-hash-skillet

French Onion Fondant Potatoes

Ok, so these are definitely in my top 3 favourite potato dishes I've ever made. Rich and deeply flavoured from the caramelization of the onions, melty cheese, notes of thyme, and the most appropriate amount of heat. Anyone you serve these to will legit die of euphoria, I kinda guarantee it.

​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/french-onion-fondant-potatoes

That's it folks. Proof that taters can do it all. Any season, any day, any time, taters for the win.

HAPPY VEG