51 Retro Family Reunion Recipes

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51 Retro Family Reunion Recipes1/51 Pineapple Upside-Down Cake 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 50 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A classic recipe like this never goes out of style! It’s delicious with the traditional pineapple, but try it with peaches or a combination of cranberries and orange. —Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 361 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 2/51 Chicken and Rice Casserole 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken and

It’s a time-tested classic

Rice Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone loves this dish—I consider it the best chicken and rice casserole recipe because it’s a tasty combination of hearty and crunchy ingredients mixed in a creamy sauce. It’s a time-tested classic. —Myrtle Matthews, Marietta, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 439 calories, 26g fat (5g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 804mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. 3/51 Blueberry Gelatin Salad 12 Reviews Blueberry Gelatin Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

People request it for potlucks all the time

15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I find myself making this blueberry gelatin salad often. People request it for potlucks all the time. It can be served as either a salad or a dessert. And preparing it a day ahead makes it taste even better! —Mildred Livingston, Phoenix, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 4/51 Italian Beef Sandwiches 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Family-Favorite Italian Beef Sandwiches Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home

And after cooking all day, the meat is wonderfully tender

Total Time 8 hours 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With only a few ingredients, this roast beef is a snap to throw together. And after cooking all day, the meat is wonderfully tender. —Lauren Adamson, Layton, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 278 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 735mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch. 5/51 Mini Sausage Quiches 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini Sausage Quiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 dozen Go

Serve the cute muffinettes at any brunch or potluck gathering

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These bite-sized quiches are loaded with sausage and cheese—and all nestled into easy crescent roll dough. Serve the cute muffinettes at any brunch or potluck gathering. —Jan Mead, Milford, Connecticut Nutrition Facts: 1 mini quiche: 66 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 6/51 Apple Slab Pie 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Apple Slab Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Apple slab pie is

a terrific contribution to a covered-dish supper, picnic or potluck

a terrific contribution to a covered-dish supper, picnic or potluck. It’s baked in a large 15×10 baking pan so it’s easy to make and tote, too. But be prepared—people always ask for a copy of the recipe! —Dolores Skrout, Summerhill, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 317 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 86mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. 7/51 Barbecue Chicken 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Saucy Barbecue Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Is there a

better place than Texas to find a fantastic barbecue sauce?

better place than Texas to find a fantastic barbecue sauce? That’s where this one is from—it’s my father-in-law’s own recipe. We have served it at many family reunions and think it’s the best! —Bobbie Morgan, Woodstock, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked chicken: 370 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 622mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein. 8/51 Haystack Meal 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Haystack Supper Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Served as the main dish

at our family reunion buffet, this flavorful layered taco-style dish was a true crowd-pleaser. Folks were pleasantly surprised to find a rice layer, and everyone enjoys the creamy cheese sauce. —Jill Steiner, Hancock, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 888 calories, 55g fat (24g saturated fat), 164mg cholesterol, 1746mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 41g protein. 9/51 Cranberry Waldorf Gelatin 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry Waldorf Gelatin Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We enjoy this easy-to-make salad in the fall when apples are

Their crisp freshness adds so much to a favorite dish

in season. Their crisp freshness adds so much to a favorite dish. — Debbie Short, Carlisle, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 156 calories, 6g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 10/51 Layered Salad for a Crowd 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This salad is a favorite of my three sons. I took it to a luncheon honoring our school district’s food service manager, and she asked for the recipe. I like to make

the dressing the day before so the flavors blend together

the dressing the day before so the flavors blend together. —Linda Ashley, Leesburg, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 151 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 216mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 11/51 Peanut Butter Sheet Cake 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Sheet Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I received this recipe from a minister’s wife, and my family loves it. —Brenda Jackson, Garden City, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 266 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat),

36mg cholesterol, 222mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 12/51 Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Tater Tot Casserole Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What’s not to love about classic Tater Tot casserole—especially when it’s made in the slow cooker? You’ll want to add this family-pleasing potluck favorite to your regular rotation. —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 383 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate

(3g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein

(3g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein. 13/51 Rich Fruit Kuchens 12 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved German Kuchen Recipe Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 4 coffee cakes (8 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This German classic is such a part of our reunions, we designate a special place to serve it. Five generations flock to the “Kuchen Room” for this coffee cake. —Stephanie Schentzel, Northville, South Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 242 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 69mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate

(19g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein

(19g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 14/51 Hamburger Macaroni Casserole 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hamburger Macaroni Casserole Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom often made this casserole when I was growing up, and it was one of my favorite meals. It tastes terrific with a salad and rolls. —Judy Hluchy, Mt. Prospect, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 357 calories, 18g fat (9g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 721mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. 15/51 Party Franks 3

I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These tiny, tangy appetizers have broad appeal. I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. They’re convenient to serve at parties since the sauce can be made ahead and then reheated with the franks before serving. —Lucille Howell, Portland, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 268 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 1047mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein. 16/51 Old-Fashioned Pear Cake Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Pear Cake Recipe photo by

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Old-fashioned pear spice cake is a wonderful ending to a meal. It’s not too heavy or rich, but the moist treat is brimming with flavor.—Audrey Golden, Cary, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 264 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 17/51 Fried Chicken 121 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the

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