34 Tasty Water Chestnut Recipes

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34 Tasty Water Chestnut Recipes2/34 Broccoli Beef Lo Mein 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves pasta, but I’m always looking for different ways to prepare it. This dish is better than any Chinese restaurant variety I’ve tried.—Joan Crandall, Burlington, Connecticut Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 435 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1136mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 30g protein. 3/34 Balsamic Pork Stir-Fry 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Balsamic Pork Stir-Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Total Time 30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Total Time 30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The solution to expensive Chinese takeout is right here. I think this pork stir-fry is much tastier than any takeout I’ve tried. —Susan Jones, Appleton, Wisconsin 4/34 Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps 5 Reviews Contest Winner Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is one of my go-to meals when I want a fun dinner. I love the spicy Asian flavors against the cool lettuce and the added crunch

of peanuts and water chestnuts

of peanuts and water chestnuts. —Brittany Allyn, Nashville, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 303 calories, 12g fat (1g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 981mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 32g protein. 5/34 Veggie-Cashew Stir-Fry 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Veggie-Cashew Stir-Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Getting my meat-loving husband and two sons, ages 5 and 7, to eat more veggies had always been a struggle until I whipped up this stir-fry. I was shocked when they cleaned their plates and asked for seconds.

—Abbey Hoffman, Ashland, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 385 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 671mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein. 6/34 Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps 27 Reviews Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The holidays around the house just wouldn’t be the same without these classic wraps. Through the years, Christmas Eve guests have proven it’s impossible to eat just one. —Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 75 calories, 5g fat (1g

Twenty minutes is all you’ll need to make this quick stir-fry

saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 148mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 7/34 Turkey Asparagus Stir-Fry 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Twenty minutes is all you’ll need to make this quick stir-fry. Lean turkey, asparagus and mushrooms make it super nutritious, too. —Darlene Kennedy, Galion, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup with 3/4 cup rice: 343 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 363mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

So, I made my own

8/34 Hot and Sour Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings (about 2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We’ve tried several recipes for this hot and sour soup and couldn’t find one that resembled the one we liked at a restaurant. So, I made my own and I must say it is on par with what you’ll find when dining out. Regular or hot chili sauce can be used, according to taste. —Vera Leitow, Mancelona, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 240 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 1779mg sodium,

18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein

18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. 9/34 Asian Quinoa 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to cook and come up with new recipes. I serve this dish at least once a month and sometimes more. For a different twist, I’ll occasionally add a scrambled egg or use soy sauce instead of the rice vinegar. —Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 138 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable

protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 10/34 Cashew Chicken 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Chicken with Ginger Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are lots of recipes for cashew chicken, but my family thinks this one stands alone. We love the flavor from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews. Another plus is it’s easy to prepare. —Oma Rollison, El Cajon, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup chicken mixture: 349 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 650mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 fat, 1 starch. 11/34 Chinese Beef Casserole 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chinese Beef Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crispy chow mein noodles top this twist on chop suey that’s sure to be a family favorite. Willie DeWaard – Coralville, IA Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 461 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 1233mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. 12/34 Asian-Style Round Steak 11 Reviews Test Kitchen

My friend gave me this recipe two decades ago

Approved Asian-Style Round Steak Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My friend gave me this recipe two decades ago. All I added was a little more meat, the celery and mushrooms. My family loves it! —Marilyn Wolfe, Des Moines, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 237 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 659mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 13/34 Beef Lo Mein 62 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Beef Lo Mein Recipe

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you like a good stir-fry, this dish will definitely satisfy. I discovered the recipe at an international luncheon, and it’s now a favorite go-to meal. —Denise Patterson, Bainbridge, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 358 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 681mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 14/34 Chicken Lettuce Wraps 33 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Filled with chicken, mushrooms, water chestnuts and carrots, these lettuce wraps are both healthy and yummy. The gingerroot, rice wine vinegar and teriyaki sauce give them delicious Asian flair. —Kendra Doss, Smithville, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 2 wraps: 230 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 278mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 fat. 15/34 Elegant Green Beans 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Elegant Green Beans Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mushrooms and water chestnuts give new life to the ordinary green bean casserole. Every time I make it for friends, I’m asked to share the recipe. —Linda Poe, Sandstone, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 218 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 392mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. 16/34 Pork Lettuce Wraps 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Casual, flavorful and low

in carbohydrates, these Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps are a perfect and low-fuss way to feed a group. Place the ingredients in separate dishes and let your guests assemble their own wrap, which allows them to personalize to suit their tastes. —Gretchen Barnes, Fairfax, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 199 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein. 17/34 Chinese-Style Ribs 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chinese-Style Ribs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When

I was working two jobs, slow cooking was my way of life

I was working two jobs, slow cooking was my way of life. Sometimes I had more than one slow cooker going at a time to help me feed my family delicious home-cooked meals. It’s nice to walk in after a hard day’s work and have dinner ready. I hope you agree these ribs are quick, easy and delicious. Enjoy! —Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 498 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1115mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein. 18/34 Cashew Chicken Casserole 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time

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