27 Recipes Made Better With a Dollop of Sour Cream

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27 Recipes Made Better With a Dollop of Sour Cream1/27 Chicken Chimichangas 63 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Chimichangas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they’re much healthier than deep-fried. —Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 chimichanga: 269 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat),

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat

39mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 2/27 Latkes 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Potato Latkes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This potato latke recipe is tasty at any meal. For the ultimate crispiness, squeeze out all the liquid from the grated veggies before you fry them up. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 115 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 11g

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 3/27 Refried Bean Tostadas 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Refried Bean Tostadas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 tostadas Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a change of pace, you can substitute purchased tostada shells for tortillas or add more lettuce and use taco salad shells. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 tostada: 588 calories, 31g fat (10g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1250mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 12g fiber), 19g protein. 4/27 Turkey Enchiladas Verdes 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF

Planning a fiesta night?

HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Planning a fiesta night? These authentic-tasting enchiladas in spicy green sauce will please the whole family and you’ll be thankful for turkey leftovers. —Karyn Power, Arlington, Texas Nutrition Facts: 2 enchiladas: 350 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 906mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. 5/27 Instant Pot Taco Pasta 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This dish is a welcome change

from boring taco Tuesday

from boring taco Tuesday. I’ve taken all the flavors of tacos and created an easy pasta dish. Kids love the taste, and I love how quick and easy it is to put together in the electric pressure cooker. To lighten things up, use ground turkey instead of the beef. — Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 598 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1845mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 40g protein. 6/27 Taco Pockets 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Taco Pockets Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 25

They make a quick, easy lunch or supper with a bowl of soup or a crisp salad

min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love these taco-flavored sandwiches made with crescent dough. They make a quick, easy lunch or supper with a bowl of soup or a crisp salad. I also like to cut them into smaller servings for parties. —Donna Gribbins, Shelbyville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1/2 pocket: 393 calories, 24g fat (7g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 896mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein. 7/27 Mexican Bubble Pizza 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

This tasty pizza offers a new way to experience Mexican cuisine

This tasty pizza offers a new way to experience Mexican cuisine. Serve it at your next party and watch it disappear before your eyes. —Jackie Hannahs, Cedar Springs, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (calculated without toppings): 643 calories, 35g fat (15g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 1870mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein. 8/27 Slow-Cooked Chicken Enchilada Soup 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 25 min Servings 8 servings (3-1/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This soup delivers a big bowl of fresh comfort—just

ask my husband

ask my husband. Toppings like avocado, sour cream and tortilla strips are a must. —Heather Sewell, Harrisonville, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups (calculated without optional toppings): 125 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1102mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. 9/27 Quick Golden Squash Soup 4 Reviews Quick Golden Squash Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delectable soup feels like fall! Its golden color and rich, satisfying flavor have made it a favorite of mine—which is really

amazing because I was convinced I didn’t like squash until I tried this recipe

amazing because I was convinced I didn’t like squash until I tried this recipe. —Becky Ruff, Monona, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 294 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 922mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein. 10/27 Salsa Steak Garlic Toasts 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These open-faced steak sandwiches play up the popular combo of steak and garlic bread. The salsa, sour cream and garnish elevate it into quick, satisfying meal. Substitute chopped green onions

or chives for the cilantro if desired

or chives for the cilantro if desired. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 garlic toast with 3/4 cup steak mixture: 375 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 721mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. 11/27 Deluxe Walking Nachos 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 18 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This slow-cooked potluck chili makes an awesome filling for a little bag of walk-around nachos. Cut the bag lengthwise to make loading your fork easier. —Mallory Lynch, Madison, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts:

My family loves this versatile pork dish

1 serving: 282 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 12g protein. 12/27 Chile Verde Pork 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chile Verde Pork Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves this versatile pork dish. We like to have it over a serving of cheesy grits, but it also goes well with rice or potatoes. Leftovers make an excellent starter for white chili. —Val Ruble, Ava, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 cup (calculated without

grits and sour cream): 349 calories, 20g fat (7g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 872mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. 13/27 Apple Chicken Quesadillas 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My sister came up with an easy recipe that can be served as a main course or an appetizer. People are surprised by the combination of chicken, apples, tomatoes and corn inside the crispy tortillas, but they love it. —Stacia Slagle of Maysville, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 300 calories, 10g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat

fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 475mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 medium-fat meat. 14/27 Cornbread Waffles 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cornbread Waffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone in my family loves chili except my daughter, but she loves cornbread. One day she asked if she could have mostly cornbread, with just a little chili. Then we had an idea—cornbread waffles topped with chili and all the fixings! It was a hit.

If you’re going gluten-free, make sure your chili is also free of gluten

If you’re going gluten-free, make sure your chili is also free of gluten. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 464 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 15g protein. 15/27 Easy Beef and Noodles 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Beef and Noodles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 375 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 778mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat,

This is one of my favorite plant-based versions of chili

1-1/2 fat. 16/27 Carrot and Lentil Chili Test Kitchen Approved Carrot and Lentil Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my favorite plant-based versions of chili. I love to make this in fall and spring for the satisfying combination of fresh bright orange carrots and hearty earthy lentils. I serve it with yogurt, sour cream or plant-based cheese. —Rebekah Ranes, Sedona, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 310 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (11g

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