43 Sweet and Savory Vegetarian Apple Recipes

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43 Sweet and Savory Vegetarian Apple Recipes2/43 Apple-White Cheddar Grilled Cheese 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: On rainy days when we need comfort food in a hurry, I toast sandwiches of cinnamon-raisin bread with white cheddar, apple and red onion. They also are totally tasty made with vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter! —Kathy Patalsky, New York, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 456 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 20g

It’s a popular side dish served all year long

protein. 3/43 Spoon Bread 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Kentucky Spoon Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a traditional Kentucky recipe. It’s a popular side dish served all year long. If you’ve never tried spoon bread before, I think you’ll find it’s tasty and comforting. —Caroline Brown, Lexington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 192 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein. 4/43 Apple Feta Salad 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple-Feta Tossed

5/43 Baked Brie with

Salad Recipe photo by Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend of mine shared this recipe with me after I raved about the delightful salad at dinner. I have served it for years now, and no matter where i take it, I have to bring along copies of the recipe to hand out. -Marlene Clark Apple Valley, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 191 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 5/43 Baked Brie with

Apples 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Brie with Apples Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: As family arrives for a get-together, I make sure this fruity and savory Brie is in the oven so the aromas of cinnamon and apples fill the house. —Alicia Gower, Auburn, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 131 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 152mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 6/43 Festive Fall Tortellini Toss 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch,

Time 35 min Servings 12 servings (2/3 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fall is my favorite season and I love the foods of autumn, such as mushrooms, squash, apples and walnuts. I combined these all with pasta to make a delicious side dish perfect for sharing at a potluck; the recipe can easily be doubled and can be served either warm or at room temperature. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 148 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch,

1 medium-fat meat

1 medium-fat meat. 7/43 Apple Spice Cake 26 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year I treasure the opportunity to make my own birthday cake, and I choose this. You can add a cup of raisins to the batter before baking if you’d like. —Jennifer Owen, Louisville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 574 calories, 33g fat (9g saturated fat),

You’ll love this creative combination!

53mg cholesterol, 326mg sodium, 67g carbohydrate (51g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 8/43 Quick Crunchy Apple Salad 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pair crunchy toppings with smooth vanilla in this apple salad with yogurt recipe. You’ll love this creative combination! —Kathy Armstrong, Post Falls, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 116 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 13mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 9/43 Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes with Apples

Add a bit of apple cider or water if needed

Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 hours 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This foolproof winner is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful alternative to traditional sweet potatoes. To save time, make it ahead, allow it to cool and refrigerate it up to two days. Put the mashed potatoes back in the slow cooker set to low for about two hours before serving. Add a bit of apple cider or water if needed. —Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 383 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 68g

carbohydrate (40g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein

carbohydrate (40g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein. 10/43 Spiced Apple Cider Jelly Shots 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Spiced Apple Cider Jelly Shots Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 64 squares Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These spiced, spiked gelatin squares are sure to get the party started at fall get-togethers. If you’re going for the more traditional shot-style look, pour the mixture into 2-ounce plastic cups and refrigerate until set. —Rachel Seis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 28 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (4g

sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 11/43 Apple Stuffing Balls 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Apple Stuffing Balls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 18 stuffing balls Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I served these fun appetizers for the first time on Thanksgiving. My family asked me to make them several times after that, so the tasty little bites made an appearance on my Christmas spread that year, too. We love them so much they’ve become a holiday tradition. —Tracy Burdo, Burlington, Vermont Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffing ball: 106 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

fat), 38mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 12/43 Pumpkin Pancakes 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pumpkin pancakes are also delicious served with butter or whipped topping and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Freeze any extras in a single layer on a cookie sheet, then store in a freezer bag. They’re great fresh out of the toaster! —Mindy Bauknecht, Two Rivers, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts:

3 pancakes: 361 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 600mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 13/43 Autumn Sweet Rolls with Cider Glaze 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Autumn Sweet Rolls with Cider Glaze Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love cooking with pumpkin because it’s versatile, colorful and nutritious. Combining it with chopped apple and cider gives these glazed rolls their autumn appeal. —Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 306 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 41mg

cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein

cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 14/43 Puffy Apple Omelet 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Puffy Apple Omelet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With all the eggs our chickens produce, I could make this omelet every day! It’s a pretty, festive-looking dish, but you could fix it anytime—including for a light supper. —Melissa Davenport, Campbell, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 253 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 188mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat,

protein. 15/43 Roasted Apple Salad with Spicy Maple-Cider Vinaigrette 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Apple Salad with Spicy Maple-Cider Vinaigrette Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We bought loads of apples and needed to use them. To help the flavors come alive, I roasted the apples and tossed them with a sweet dressing. —Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 191 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat,

1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit

1 vegetable, 1/2 fruit. 16/43 Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe 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. 17/43 Apple & Cheddar Mini Scones 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple &

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