36 Recipes to Make Using Your Immersion Blender

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36 Recipes to Make Using Your Immersion Blender2/36 Slow-Cooker Butter Chicken 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Butter Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I spent several years in Malaysia eating a variety of Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian food. This was one of my favorite dishes! There are many versions of butter chicken, but this is similar to the Middle Eastern version I had. —Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 242 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol,

407mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein

407mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fat. 3/36 Vegan Potato Leek Soup 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vegan Potato Leek Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This vegan potato leek soup uses starchy potatoes to thicken and create a creamy consistency, so there’s no need to stir in cream at the end. Top with green onions, chives or your favorite vegan shredded cheese before serving. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat

Facts: 1 cup: 150 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 4/36 Pumpkin-Coconut Soup 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Thai food lovers will go crazy for this soup. It has a deep flavor from the combination of onion, coconut milk and spices. —Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 91 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 556mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber),

4g protein

4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 5/36 Patatas Bravas Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Patatas bravas (which means “spicy potatoes”) is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce are difficult to resist. Add a drizzle of garlic aioli for a richer flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup potatoes with about 2 tablespoons sauce and 1 tablespoon aioli: 452 calories, 42g fat (5g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars,

2g fiber), 2g protein

2g fiber), 2g protein. 6/36 Easy Butternut Squash Soup 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 9 servings (21/4 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When the weather turns cold, get cozy with a bowl of this butternut squash soup. This recipe is super easy. The cream adds richness, but if you’re looking to cut calories, it can be omitted. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 157 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein. 7/36 Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup

Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable,

2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Creamy Cauliflower Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 20 min Servings 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love indulgent cream soups but not the fat that goes along with them. In this healthier version, the soup’s velvety texture makes it feel rich and the spicy kick warms you up in a flash. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 80 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable,

1/2 starch

1/2 starch. 8/36 Pressure Cooker Nutty Apple Butter Test Kitchen Approved Pressure Cooker Nutty Apple Butter Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 5 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Being a New England native, I love apple-picking season. Grab some apples and peanut butter to make this creamy PB&J riff. Dunk in sliced fruit or graham crackers, or spread it on a sandwich. —Brandie Cranshaw, Rapid City, SD Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 43 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 9mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 9/36 Sweet

This sweet and savory soup is quick and easy to prepare

Potato and Crab Soup 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sweet and savory soup is quick and easy to prepare. You can substitute butternut squash or pumpkin for the sweet potatoes, depending on what you have on hand. —Judy Armstrong, Prairieville, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 370 calories, 28g fat (18g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 994mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. 10/36 Cream of Asparagus Soup 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fresh Asparagus Soup Recipe photo by Taste

My recipe highlights the flavor of the vegetable and is very easy to make

of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We have a large asparagus patch and are able to freeze a lot for the year. My recipe highlights the flavor of the vegetable and is very easy to make. —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 154 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 585mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat-free milk. 11/36 Apple Gravy 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 1

cup Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You might want to make a double batch of this rich apple gravy. Yep, it’s sensational with beef, but you’ve gotta try it on mashed potatoes, chops and roasted veggies, too. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 36 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 163mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 12/36 Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parsnip & Celery Root Bisque Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go

Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a simple yet elegant soup for fall and winter. Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies. For a colorful garnish, sprinkle on chives and pomegranate seeds. —Merry Graham, Newhall, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 248 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 904mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. 13/36 Tomato Soup 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved The Best Ever Tomato Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy, rich and bursting

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

with brightness, this soup is the ultimate sidekick to a grilled cheese sandwich. — Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 104 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 14/36 Rhubarb-Apricot Barbecued Chicken 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Rhubarb-Apricot Barbecued Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Springtime brings back memories of the rhubarb that grew beside my childhood home. When I found ruby red stalks

in the store, I created this recipe for them

in the store, I created this recipe for them. My family gives this a big thumbs up. —Laurie Hudson, Westville, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken drumsticks with 1/3 cup sauce: 469 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 1801mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein. 15/36 Creamy Butternut Squash & Sage Soup 7 Reviews Creamy Butternut Squash & Sage Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I recently started experimenting with new soup recipes, and finally created a rich squash

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 starch

version that omits heavy cream altogether, making it a healthier way to curb my creamy-tooth. —Nithya Kumar, Davis, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 255 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 659mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 2 starch. 16/36 Split Pea Soup with Bacon & Crab 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Split Pea Soup with Bacon & Crab Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours Servings 12 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Many split pea soups use ham and bacon for good,

smoky flavor

smoky flavor. Taking it one amazing step farther—add crabmeat. Freeze this one without toppings (freeze the cooked bacon separately), then reheat soup in a saucepan. Feel free to add more chicken stock or broth when reheating if you need it. Sprinkle bacon and fresh crab on top of bowls of hot soup. —Stephen Exel, Des Moines, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups with about 3 tablespoons crab mixture: 533 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1036mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 20g fiber), 32g protein. 17/36 Split Pea Soup 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF

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