36 Recipes That Use Up a Jar of Mayonnaise

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36 Recipes That Use Up a Jar of Mayonnaise2/35 Easy Macaroni Salad 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 34 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This hearty pasta salad is sure to please appetites of all ages—and it serves a lot of folks! —LaVerna Mjones, Moorhead, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 380 calories, 26g fat (4g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 615mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein. 3/35 Deviled Eggs 43 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total

Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Herbs lend amazing flavor to these deviled eggs, which truly are the best you can make! The recipe includes tasty variations that feature bacon, chipotle peppers and crab.—Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed egg half: 73 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 4/35 Baked Onion Dip 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 16 servings (2 cups) Go to Recipe From

But can you blame them?

the Recipe Creator: Some people like this cheesy dip so much that they can’t tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat their dinner. But can you blame them? With two kinds of cheese and sweet onions in the mix, this ultra creamy dip is unforgettable. —Mona Zignego, Hartford, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoon: 131 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 5/35 Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Warm Chicken Tortellini Au Gratin Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min

6/35 Creamy Cucumber Salad 30 Reviews

Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I have a number of easy, planned leftover recipes in my arsenal, which are especially useful when I’m busy. This is one of my favorites: pasta from Monday plus roasted chicken from Tuesday equals this delicious dish on Wednesday. When paired with a green salad and toasty bread, you have a meal that’s fancy enough for company. —Brenda Cole, Reisterstown, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 709 calories, 54g fat (13g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 859mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. 6/35 Creamy Cucumber Salad 30 Reviews

Test Kitchen Approved Cucumbers with Dressing Recipe photo by Kayla Widmer for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It wouldn’t be summer if Mom didn’t make lots of these creamy cucumbers. Just a few simple ingredients—mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and salt—are all you need to dress them up. —Michelle Beran, Claflin, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 283 calories, 27g fat (4g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 286mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 7/35 Baked Asparagus Dip 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Asparagus Dip Recipe photo by

This cheesy asparagus dip fits the bill

Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Since I’m from Wisconsin, I thought it was only logical to put together a vegetable and a cheese—two of the foods my state produces in abundance. This cheesy asparagus dip fits the bill. —Sandra Baratka, Phillips, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 120 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 8/35 Easy Tangy Coleslaw 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

We’ve shared this old family favorite with many friends over the years

Creator: You won’t have to fuss with a lot of seasonings to fix this tangy coleslaw. We’ve shared this old family favorite with many friends over the years. —Denise Augostine, Saxonburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 177 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 9/35 Basil Tomato Tart 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Basil Tomato Tart Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this tomato tart recipe from a good friend of mine. It’s

They’re fantastic with herb butter or jam

a fun way to use up fresh tomatoes from the garden, and it reminds me a lot of pizza. —Connie Stumpf, North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 345 calories, 27g fat (12g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 413mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein. 10/35 No-Fuss Rolls 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved No-Fuss Rolls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 rolls Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With only 4 ingredients, these delicious rolls are ready in no time. They’re fantastic with herb butter or jam. —Glenda Trail,

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

Manchester, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 111 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 11/35 Crisp Onion Relish 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings about 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I take this relish to picnics for people to use as a condiment on hamburgers and hot dogs. It adds a special zip! —Marie Patkau, Hanley Saskatchewan Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 47 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 26mg sodium,

4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein

4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 12/35 Ruby Raspberry Slaw 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Give ordinary coleslaw a “berry” tangy twist. It’s sure to get raves at your next picnic or potluck. —Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 122 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 13/35 Jalapeno Popper Spread 107 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Jalapeno Popper Spread Recipe photo by

I like that it can be made without much fuss

Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been told by fellow partygoers that this recipe tastes exactly like a jalapeno popper. I like that it can be made without much fuss. —Ariane McAlpine, Penticton, British Columbia Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 239 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 14/35 Turkey Rice Casserole 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Rice Casserole Recipe photo by Lauren Habermehl for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings

I love it so much, however, that I don’t wait for leftovers to make it

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The recipe for this creamy and comforting casserole came from my aunt as a way to use leftover turkey. I love it so much, however, that I don’t wait for leftovers to make it. The green chiles provide the memorable flavor. —Tamy Baker, Kearney, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 294 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 586mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. 15/35 Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes 44 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe

At parties, I often triple the recipe because they disappear fast

From the Recipe Creator: Besides being tasty, these little tomato poppers are extra awesome because you can make them ahead of time. At parties, I often triple the recipe because they disappear fast. —Christi Martin, Elko, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed tomato: 25 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 18mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 fat. 16/35 Sweet Potato Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender sweet potatoes are tossed with crunchy nuts and

chewy dried cherries for a burst of flavors and textures

chewy dried cherries for a burst of flavors and textures. —Fran Fehling, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 211 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 17/35 Mustard Dip for Pretzels 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Dijon-Bacon Dip for Pretzels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 min Servings 1-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With just four ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry or fridge, this quick appetizer comes together in a

Whenever I make this dish, people rave about how good it is

snap. If you like the zip of horseradish, start with a teaspoon or two and add more to taste. —Isabelle Rooney, Summerville, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoon: 154 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 428mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 18/35 Carrot Casserole 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whenever I make this dish, people rave about how good it is. One friend told me, “I don’t usually eat carrots, but this is delicious!”

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