From appetizers to desserts, your trusty 13x9 baking pan is the perfect vessel for these easy Christmas recipes.
43 Easy Christmas Recipes Made in a 13×9 Pan
Pecan Pie Bars
These pecan pie bars are rich and delicious – just like pecan pie! They’re perfect for taking to potlucks and other gatherings…I always come home with an empty pan. These Kentucky Derby pecan pie bars are the perfect snack while watching the races. —Carolyn Custer, Clifton Park, New York
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Candy Cane Dessert
Total Time
25 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This fabulous dessert has the magical flavor of candy canes plus the bonus of an Oreo cookie crust. And it looks like a winter wonderland. —Dawn Kreuser, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 251 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry Pecan Stuffing
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
13 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While I love stuffing, my family wasn't that fond of it—that is, until I found this recipe. I added a few touches of my own and now they gobble it up. Cranberries and pork really make it something special. —Robin Lang, Muskegon, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 219 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cauliflower Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To dress up cauliflower, Mom used a delightful mixture of a cheesy sauce, bright red and green pepper pieces and crushed cornflakes. Leftovers were rare. —Linda McGinty, Parma, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 162 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please. Kids go crazy for the marshmallow-cream cheese layer on top. —Irma Senner, Dixmont, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Bake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is an easy dish to prepare and is a perfect addition to that special holiday meal. The topping is flavorful and gives a nice contrast of textures. —Pam Holloway, Marion, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 293 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.
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Seafood Lasagna
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich satisfying dish, adapted from a recipe given to me by a friend, is my husband’s favorite. I usually serve it on his birthday. It’s loaded with scallops, shrimp and imitation crab in a creamy sauce. I consider this the “crown jewel” in my repertoire of recipes. —Elena Hansen, Ruidoso, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 367 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Cauliflower Gratin
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It's so creamy and delicious! If you like a bit of crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. — Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 196 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to make my own savory cream sauce for the timeless green bean casserole. This time I added another vegetable for a delicious twist that sets my casserole apart from the rest! You can omit the vermouth if you'd like by substituting another half-cup of chicken broth. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 217 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 539mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Twice-Baked Potato Casserole
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 367 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Creamy Seafood Enchiladas
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Shrimp and crab cooked with a flavorful sauce add up to outstanding enchiladas. I made them for an annual fundraiser, and now they’re always in demand. Spice up the recipe to your taste by adding more green chiles and salsa. —Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 645 calories, 35g fat (17g saturated fat), 252mg cholesterol, 1812mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein.
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Florentine Spaghetti Bake
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty sausage entree will appeal to just about everyone. My daughter serves it often to her hardworking family on their wheat ranch in Montana. —Lorraine Martin, Lincoln, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1172mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein.
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Sticky Buns
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It's impossible to eat just one of these soft, yummy sticky buns—they have wonderful old-fashioned goodness. Use the conventional method or your bread machine to make the dough. —Dorothy Showalter, Broadway, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 bun: 314 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 334mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Grandma’s Spinach Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my grandma’s favorite. Even my little ones like it (but don’t tell them spinach is good for them)! —Shelley Riebel, Armada, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 280 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 214mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Kahlua Dream Bars
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I always double this recipe so everyone gets a piece. For a glaze with deeper flavor, use 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate and 2 ounces semisweet.—Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 88 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With five different dairy products, you know this make-ahead mashed potato casserole is going to be super rich and, of course, delicious. It gets even better topped with onions and bacon! —JoAnn Koerkenmeier, Damiansville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 354 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 400mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein.
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Make-Ahead Coffee Cake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a wonderful timesaver because it's assembled the night before. My kids think the nutty topping, sweet glaze and from-scratch cake make it the ultimate treat. —Cindy Harris, San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 336 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 255mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cherry Coconut Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I came across these easy maraschino cherry bars while stationed at a Michigan Air Force base in 1964 and have been making the recipe ever since. My children don't think an event is special unless they are part of it. —Marguerite Emery, Orland, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 94 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Butternut Squash and Apple Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even those who aren't fans of squash enjoy this side dish. Sweet slices of butternut squash are topped with apples covered in a cinnamon-sugar glaze for a quick and easy dinner accompaniment. —Ellie Klopping, Toledo, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 120 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat.
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Sausage Mushroom Appetizers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These stuffed mushrooms are can't-stop-eating-them good. For variations, I sometimes substitute venison or crabmeat for the pork sausage in the stuffing. —Sheryl Siemonsma, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed mushroom: 53 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 129mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Sausage Quiche Squares
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 8 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Having done some catering, I especially appreciate interesting, appetizing finger foods. I'm constantly asked to make these popular squares to serve at parties. They're almost like a zippy, crustless quiche.
-Linda Wheeler, Middleburg, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 29 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Cranberry Chicken and Wild Rice
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tender chicken is baked in a sweet-tart cranberry sauce for this elegant entree. This chicken is delicious, and it’s so easy to prepare and I love that I can do other things while it bakes. —Evelyn Lewis, Independence, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with 1/2 cup rice mixture: 332 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 592mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein.
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Fudgy Macaroon Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Anyone with a sweet tooth will make a beeline for my dessert tray when these rich squares show up. They're attractive on the platter and delectable with fudge and coconut. —Beverly Zdurne, East Lansing, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 219 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Ground Beef Taco Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What’s a football party without taco dip? This version made with spicy ground beef and fresh toppings does not disappoint the die-hards. It is full of classic flavors and is a little extra filling for game day appetites. —Errika Perry, Green Bay, WI
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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Maple-Roasted Chicken & Acorn Squash
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I became a new mother, my mom helped me find comforting and simple recipes to have on hand. This terrific roast chicken is a happy discovery. —Sara Eilers, Surprise, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 363 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 497mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Sweet Potato Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prepare this comforting side dish with the popular marshmallow topping or choose from streusel, fruit or crunchy toppings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 282 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Date Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I've made batches for all kinds of church and social events.
-Bonnie Nieter, Warsaw, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 339 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Ham and Cheese Omelet
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy omelet will be a snap to fix for breakfast or dinner. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 omelet: 510 calories, 37g fat (18g saturated fat), 655mg cholesterol, 1495mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 41g protein.
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Appetizer Tomato Cheese Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found this recipe a few years ago in a dairy cookbook, and it has become a family favorite. My husband, Wayne, and our two children are mostly meat-and-potato eaters, but I don't hear any complaints when I make this bread! —Penney Kester, Springville, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 209 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 521mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pretty Pumpkin Cinnamon Buns
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I make sticky buns and cinnamon rolls quite often because my husband loves them. One day I had some fresh pumpkin on hand and decided to try pumpkin cinnamon buns. We loved the results! —Glenda Joseph, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 bun: 399 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Corn Pudding
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cornbread mix and canned corn make this southern corn pudding casserole a snap to prepare. Now, this is real comfort food! —P. Lauren Fay-Neri, Syracuse, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 435 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 700mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish always gets rave reviews! Using rotisserie chicken makes it super easy to assemble and gives it an extra boost in flavor. Sometimes I like to add smoked paprika to the sauce and a little seasoned salt to the bread crumbs. —Mary Brehm, Cape Coral, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 489 calories, 29g fat (15g saturated fat), 156mg cholesterol, 899mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein.
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Cranberry-Walnut Cake with Butter Sauce
Total Time
55 min
Servings
15 servings (2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
Tired of plain ol' cakes? Give this recipe a shot! Cranberry-lovers will definitely like it because the cake is tart, but the warm butter sauce creates the ideal balance of sweet and sour. Pour the sauce over the cake just before serving. —Katie Kahre, Duluth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 424 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My friend makes this French toast bake with blueberries, but I make mine with cranberry sauce. Either way, it’s divine. It makes a great brunch dish for Christmas morning. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 375 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 231mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Chocolate Maple Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My family runs a maple syrup operation, and I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate maple syrup into my cooking and baking. These bars are delicious! —Cathy Schumacher, Alto, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 143 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Mozzarella Baked Spaghetti
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This satisfying easy baked spaghetti recipe comes together and will please everyone at your table. Add a salad and breadsticks, and dinner's done. —Betty Rabe, Mahtomedi, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 286 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 718mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Winter Squash Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Years ago, our vegetable garden kept us well-supplied all year long. Dad stored huge piles of potatoes and squash in the coldest part of the basement. In winter the squash was so hard. Mother sometimes used an ax to cut it into small pieces for cooking! Her hard work was worth it, because we really enjoyed this wonderful casserole! —Glendora Hauger, Siren, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 387 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Canned pumpkin and cake mix make these bars an effortless alternative to pumpkin pie. It's a tried-and-true dessert that always brings big smiles. —Linda Guyot, Fountain Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 371 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 339mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Colorful Brunch Frittata
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend called and asked me for a special recipe that he could serve at his daughter's wedding brunch. I created this recipe for the special day. —Kristin Arnett, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 270 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 377mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
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Spinach Manicotti
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I invite people to dinner, many have started requesting this pasta bake ahead of time because it's that good. Plus, the manicotti is stuffed before it's cooked, making it even more convenient. —Christy Freeman, Central Point, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
2 stuffed manicotti shells: 363 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 822mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein.
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One-Bowl Chocolate Cake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cake mixes up quickly and bakes while we enjoy our dinner. My son, David, loves to help decorate it. —Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece (calculated without frosting and sprinkles): 297 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 281mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Special Herb Dressing
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
14-16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a fabulously satisfying dressing with all the great tastes people crave: meat, fish herbs, earthy mushrooms, crunchy apples and water chestnuts, and a zesty burst of tart cranberries. —Trudy Williams, Shannonville, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 204 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Makeover Spinach and Artichoke Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Spinach never tasted better than it does in this creamy, colorful dish that I've lightened up a bit with reduced-fat ingredients! —Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 245 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 781mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein.