47 Quick Ways to Use Up a Package of Deli Meat

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47 Quick Ways to Use Up a Package of Deli Meat2/47 Ham and Swiss Sliders 120 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My next-door neighbor shared this recipe with me and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo of flavors makes these sandwiches so delicious. —Iris Weihemuller, Baxter, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 315 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber),

13g protein

13g protein. 3/47 Low-Carb Lasagna 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love this recipe because you don’t miss the pasta in the lasagna. It looks, smells and tastes like the real deal! You can add ricotta cheese or any other kind of cheese you like for variation. —Tammy Kirk, Raleigh, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 419 calories, 32g fat (13g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 1106mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. 4/47 Kilbourn Sandwich 1 Review Contest Winner

Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a fun take on a Monte Cristo. It makes a big batch, so you can stock your freezer and cook up sandwiches whenever you need a quick meal. —Dan Seering, Verona, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 halves: 844 calories, 44g fat (7g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 2020mg sodium, 80g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 35g protein. 5/47 Air-Fryer Ham and Brie Pastries Test Kitchen Approved Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16

In fact, this recipe proves it’s easy to make something impressive

pastries Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fancy appetizers don’t have to be difficult. In fact, this recipe proves it’s easy to make something impressive. You can prep these pastries ahead of time and pop them into the air fryer just as your guests arrive. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California Nutrition Facts: 1 pastry: 144 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 192mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 6/47 Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12

7/47 Chiles Rellenos

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These Kentucky hot brown sliders are perfect for Derby parties, though I serve them at parties throughout the year. A traditional hot brown is an open-faced sandwich, which isn’t great for gatherings, but this recipe turns them into finger food. I like to cover and refrigerate my assembled sandwiches so I can just pop them in the oven when company arrives. — Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 slider: 327 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 652mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein. 7/47 Chiles Rellenos

Croque-Madame 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A traditional croque-madame is a heartier version of a croque-monsieur because it’s served with an egg on top of the sandwich. Instead of bechamel and Gruyere, this playful version includes pepper jack, chiles and chipotle. —Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 709 calories, 48g fat (23g saturated fat), 308mg cholesterol, 1529mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein. 8/47 Philly Cheesesteak Sliders 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JOSH RINK FOR TASTE OF HOME

Total Time 45 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Total Time 45 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These Philly cheesesteak sliders are a wonderful way to use leftover roast beef, but using sliced roast beef from the deli also works. —Debra Waggoner, Grand Island, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 slider: 247 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 413mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. 9/47 Smoked Gouda & Roast Beef Pinwheels 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Smoked Gouda & Roast Beef Pinwheels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: Our local deli makes terrific roast beef sandwiches

the Recipe Creator: Our local deli makes terrific roast beef sandwiches. This pinwheel appetizer re-creates the taste. My family says the pinwheels have so many flavors for such a little treat. —Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 71 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 10/47 Italian Sub 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Italian Submarine Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My Italian husband grew up eating this flavorful

sandwich, which his mother used to make it after Saturday chores were finished

sandwich, which his mother used to make it after Saturday chores were finished. Put the sub together a few hours ahead and refrigerate, then serve with chips, veggies and dip for a delicious meal. —Christine Lupella, Fifty Lakes, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 340 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1130mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. 11/47 Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I have to make a large

These also freeze very well, if there are any left!

batch of these handheld breakfast cups because my husband and boys can polish them off in no time. These also freeze very well, if there are any left! —Jill Darin, Geneseo, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 egg cup: 88 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 190mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat. 12/47 Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With its pretty presentation and sensational flavors,

this rich asparagus stuffed chicken breast makes any meal feel special

this rich asparagus stuffed chicken breast makes any meal feel special. —Louise Ambrose, Kingston, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed chicken breast half: 459 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 174mg cholesterol, 873mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 46g protein. 13/47 Slow-Cooked Reuben Spread 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 4 hours 10 min Servings 3-3/4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m a big fan of Reuben sandwiches and anything with that flavor combination. For an appetizer, I blend deli corned beef with Swiss and a few other items to make a spread for

rye bread or crackers

rye bread or crackers. —June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 137 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 14/47 Hearty Muffuletta 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Famous in Louisiana, a muffuletta is a combo of deli meat, cheese and olive salad layered into an Italian bread shell. I was happy when a friend and co-worker gave me this recipe so I could make it myself. More than a meal, it’s

a dining experience!

a dining experience! —Ruth Hayward, Lake Charles, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 378 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 1103mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. 15/47 Corned Beef Sandwich 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter shared this recipe with me. It has become a favorite of our entire family. Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 486 calories, 32g fat (13g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1308mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein. 16/47

They are easy to make and are always well received by guests

Ham Pickle Pinwheels 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ham Pickle Pinwheels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings about 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom introduced me to this ham pickle pinwheels appetizer a number of years ago, and I’ve been making them for parties ever since. They are easy to make and are always well received by guests. —Gloria Jarrett, Loveland, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 34 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 17/47 Chicken Cordon Bleu Pizza

This recipe combines my two favorite foods—pizza and chicken cordon bleu

23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe combines my two favorite foods—pizza and chicken cordon bleu. I’ve made this for my family and the teachers at my school. Now the teachers ask me to make it for them for lunch! —Justin Rippel, Colgate, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 438 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1386mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. 18/47 Ham ‘n’ Cheese Biscuit Stacks 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE

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