42 Recipes to Get Your Sesame On

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42 Recipes to Get Your Sesame On1/42 Sesame Almond Slaw 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sesame Almond Slaw Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crunchy veggies and noodles are coated in a tangy dressing in this pleasant slaw. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 187 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 2/42 Asian Slow Cooker Pork 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

The aroma fills the house with a scent that cries out, ‘Welcome home!’

4 hours 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Asian slow cooker recipes are a favorite in our home, and this one is perfect for fall and winter evenings. A pork roast cooks all afternoon with sweet onions, honey, soy sauce and ginger for fabulous flavor. The aroma fills the house with a scent that cries out, ‘Welcome home!’ —Sheree Shown, Junction City, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (calculated without rice): 203 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 342mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat,

The savory herbs make it irresistible

1 starch. 3/42 Sesame Herb Pull-Apart Bread 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sesame Herb Pull-Apart Bread Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The beauty of this bread is that all the prep work is done a day ahead. The savory herbs make it irresistible. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 122 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 4/42 Kale Slaw Spring Salad 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR

This tangy spring salad welcomes the snowbirds back for our Easter celebration!

TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My parents and in-laws are retired and like to spend winters in Florida. This tangy spring salad welcomes the snowbirds back for our Easter celebration! —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 192 calories, 15g fat (3g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1 starch. 5/42 Thai-Style Brisket Test Kitchen Approved Thai-Style Brisket Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 9 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to

Lemon zest and mustard in the dressing add the perfect

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s an unusual take on brisket that will have you hooked. Peanut butter, soy, crisp-tender veggies and zesty seasonings give it the authentic Thai flavor we crave. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 505 calories, 31g fat (6g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 1455mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 46g protein. 6/42 Radish Asparagus Salad 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Lemon zest and mustard in the dressing add the perfect

punch to crisp asparagus and crunchy radishes in this fresh spring salad

punch to crisp asparagus and crunchy radishes in this fresh spring salad. My family loves it! —Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 73 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 28mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 7/42 Sesame Wheat Braids 17 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50 min Servings 2 loaves (16 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I started making this bread, my husband and our six children liked it so much that I was baking every day! I

Now it’s a huge success when

was thrilled when the judges at our county fair gave these braids both a blue ribbon and a best of show award! —Nancy Montgomery, Hartville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 102 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 226mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 8/42 Ginger-Cashew Chicken Salad 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ginger-Cashew Chicken Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I revamped an Asian-style chicken salad recipe to create this gingery, crunchy salad. Now it’s a huge success when

I serve it at ladies luncheons

I serve it at ladies luncheons. —Shelly Gramer, Long Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 379 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 533mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 fat, 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable. 9/42 Ginger-Tuna Kabobs 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ginger-Tuna Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 kabobs Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I find myself making this recipe again and again. It’s a hit at parties and potlucks. —Mary Beth Harris-Murphree, Tyler, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob

Green beans are a reliable standby, but they can seem ordinary on their own

with 1-1/2 teaspoons mayonnaise: 100 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 186mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein. 10/42 Honey Garlic Green Beans 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Honey Garlic Green Beans Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Green beans are a reliable standby, but they can seem ordinary on their own. Just a couple of extra ingredients give them a sweet and salty attitude. This is definitely my family’s favorite way to enjoy them. —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta Nutrition Facts:

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

3/4 cup: 72 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 11/42 Sesame Beef & Asparagus Salad 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sesame Beef & Asparagus Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cooking is one of my favorite hobbies—especially when it comes to experimenting with fresh ingredients like these. This meaty salad is wonderful at the start of asparagus season. —Tamara Steeb, Issaquah, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

cup: 160 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 12/42 Lime and Sesame Grilled Eggplant 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I lived in Greece, I fell in love with eggplant. My recipe’s seasonings have an Asian theme, but the dish still makes me think Greek. —Allyson Meyler, Greensboro, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 50 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat

fat), 0 cholesterol, 246mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 13/42 Chicken Club Pizza 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 pieces Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A co-worker shared how to replace pizza crust with crescent rolls. I used that idea to turn an awesome sandwich recipe into an even more fabulous pizza. After baking, top with shredded lettuce. —Sherri Cox, Lucasville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 387 calories, 28g fat (10g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 782mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g

sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein. 14/42 Herbed Bread Twists 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Herbed Bread Twists Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A blend of herbs and a special shape dress up ordinary frozen bread dough in this unbelievably easy recipe. —Deb Stapert, Comstock Park, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 twist: 84 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 15/42 Quick Ginger Pork 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min

Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I are empty nesters. It was a challenge learning to cook for just two again, but recipes like this give us delicious scaled-down dinners. —Esther Johnson Danielson, Lawton, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 216 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 621mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 16/42 Red, White & Blue Potato Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Red, White & Blue Potato Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

50 min Servings 12 servings (1 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

50 min Servings 12 servings (1 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tossing the cooked potatoes with stock and wine right after you drain them infuses them with flavor. The liquid absorbs like magic. —George Levinthal, Goleta, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 221 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 405mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch. 17/42 Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Chicken Wings 32 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Chicken Wings Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 35 min Servings 2

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