48 Recipes to Make in an Electric Skillet

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48 Recipes to Make in an Electric Skillet2/48 Springtime Beignets & Berries 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Springtime Beignets & Berries Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve always loved beignets, but never thought I could make them myself. Turns out they’re easy! Sometimes I’ll even make a quick berry whipped cream and pipe it inside for a fun surprise. —Kathi Hemmer, Grand Junction, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 beignet: 74 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars,

trace fiber), 1g protein

trace fiber), 1g protein. 3/48 Pretzel-Crusted Catfish 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pretzel-Crusted Catfish Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m not a big fish lover, so any concoction that has me loving fish is a keeper in my books. This combination of flavors just works for me. It’s wonderful served with a nice buttery herb rice pilaf and corn muffins with butter and honey. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 610 calories, 31g fat (4g saturated fat), 164mg cholesterol, 1579mg sodium,

44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein

44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. 4/48 Sweet Potato-Cranberry Doughnuts 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potato-Cranberry Doughnuts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I grew up near Idaho, which is famous for spudnuts—a doughnut made from mashed potatoes. I reworked a recipe using sweet potatoes and cranberries to come up with this variation. I like to serve them for dessert. —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California Nutrition Facts: 1 glazed doughnut: 191 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 63mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (10g

sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein

sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 5/48 Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While in the Bahamas, friends suggested a restaurant that served amazing chicken spring rolls. When I got home, I created my own version. Such a great appetizer to have waiting in the freezer! —Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, Manitoba Nutrition Facts: 1 spring roll: 186 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g

They are crisp and tender, just like the kind we always ate at the state fair

protein. 6/48 Traditional Funnel Cakes 1 Review Traditional Funnel Cakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was in high school, I made these funnel cakes every Sunday after church for my family. They are crisp and tender, just like the kind we always ate at the state fair. —Susan Tingley, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 funnel cake: 300 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 157mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein. 7/48 Fried Sweet Potato Pies 3 Reviews Contest

People couldn’t get enough of these pies!

Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 25 pies Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With my dad being a farmer who grew them, sweet potatoes have graced our table for as long as I can recall. This recipe, however, resulted from an experiment for a church bake sale when we had excess pastry. People couldn’t get enough of these pies! —Marilyn Moseley, Toccoa, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 pie: 287 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 8/48 Pumpkin Doughnut Drops 3 Reviews

These cake doughnuts are one of their favorite snacks

Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin Doughnut Drops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always have a few special treats handy when the grandchildren visit. These cake doughnuts are one of their favorite snacks. —Beva Staum, Muscoda, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 48 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 9/48 Eggplant Rollatini 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Eggplant Rollatini Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 5 servings

Your family will request this recipe time and again

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These authentic Italian eggplant roll-ups can take some time to prepare, but the end result is restaurant-quality. Your family will request this recipe time and again. —Nancy Sousley, Lafayette, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 3 roll-ups: 726 calories, 48g fat (15g saturated fat), 181mg cholesterol, 3182mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein. 10/48 Ginger-Pork Wontons Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A flavorful, juicy pork filling is jazzed up with a delicious touch of ginger and enveloped

in crispy wrappers

in crispy wrappers. These surprisingly simple appetizers are the ultimate finger food and are perfect for parties. —Sandra Parton, Halifax, Nova Scotia Nutrition Facts: 1 wonton: 70 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 104mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 11/48 Crowd-Pleasing Ravioli Nachos 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 6-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Lightly breaded and deep-fried, ravioli goes to a new level in this nacho-like appetizer. Kids and grown-ups can’t get enough of the crispy, cheesy, flavorful crowd pleasers.—Robert Doornbos, Jenison, Michigan

Summer reunions and neighborly gatherings will never be the same

Nutrition Facts: 1 ravioli: 87 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 12/48 How to Make the Best-Ever Fried Chicken 36 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crispy, juicy and perfectly seasoned, this really is the best fried chicken recipe, ever. Summer reunions and neighborly gatherings will never be the same. When I was growing up, my parents had a farm, and every year, Dad would hire teenage boys to help by haying time.

Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight!

They looked forward to coming because they knew they would be treated to some of Mom’s deep fryer recipes, including this delicious fried chicken. —Lola Clifton, Vinton, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 811 calories, 57g fat (9g saturated fat), 176mg cholesterol, 725mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 47g protein. 13/48 Brunch Beignets 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Enjoy breakfast the New Orleans way with these warm, crispy bites. Topped with powdered sugar, they are a delight! —Lois Rutherford, Elkton, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1

Substitute your favorite pan fish!

piece: 66 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 14/48 Batter-Up Walleye 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Nothing is more rewarding than celebrating the day’s catch with friends when you share this fresh dish. Substitute your favorite pan fish! —Alesha Oster, Williston, North Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 316 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 1096mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. 15/48 Jelly Doughnuts 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test

These sweet treats are lighter than air

Kitchen Approved Jelly Doughnuts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 doughnuts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s no need to run to the bakery for delicious jelly doughnuts! These sweet treats are lighter than air. I’ve been fixing them for 25 years for my husband, our two daughters and their families. They disappear almost as fast as I make them. —Kathy Westendorf, Westgate, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 270 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 16/48 Fry Bread 7 Reviews

It is very easy to make

Test Kitchen Approved Fry Bread Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While taking a trip to the Grand Canyon, my family drove through the Navajo reservation and stopped at a little cafe for dinner. I complimented the young waiter on the delicious Indian fry bread and he gave me the recipe. It is very easy to make. —Mildred Stephenson, Hartselle, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 285 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g

You’ll find that the recipe is a delectable way to use up leftover potatoes

protein. 17/48 Glazed Doughnuts 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Glazed Doughnuts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The light coffee flavor in these tasty sugar-glazed doughnuts makes them a perfect start to the morning…on Christmas Day or any day. You’ll find that the recipe is a delectable way to use up leftover potatoes. —Pat Siebenaler, Random Lake, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 281 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 18/48 Fried Jalapenos Test

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