30 Ways to Use Up a Gallon of Milk

Read Time: 14 mins

30 Ways to Use Up a Gallon of Milk2/30 Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this savory version of the classic French dessert clafoutis and shared it for dinner with a salad. My friends loved it, but in the end I could have eaten the whole pan myself while dreaming of being in Paris with every scrumptious bite. —Joseph A. Sciascia, San Mateo, California Nutrition Facts: 1

They had a farm and made their own bread, which made this a low-cost dessert

piece: 357 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 176mg cholesterol, 586mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. 3/30 Bread Pudding Pie 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Bread Pudding Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This unique dessert, a combination of pie and bread pudding, was created by my paternal grandmother’s family. They had a farm and made their own bread, which made this a low-cost dessert. — Kelly Barnes, Lexington, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 314 calories, 15g

You’ll love the sweet-salty combination

fat (9g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 4/30 Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 5 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What could be better than peanut butter and jelly ice cream? You’ll love the sweet-salty combination. Use your favorite flavor of jelly and switch to crunchy peanut butter if you like extra texture. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 393 calories, 28g fat

I just love it for cooking and baking

(14g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 5/30 Bacon Mac ‘N Cheese Cornbread Skillet 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Bacon Mac ‘N Cheese Cornbread Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My cast-iron skillet is a workhorse in my kitchen. I just love it for cooking and baking. This mac and cheese recipe makes for a perfect smaller-portion side. —Lisa Keys, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 497 calories, 27g fat (13g saturated fat), 203mg

cholesterol, 978mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. 6/30 Chocolate Spice Layer Cake with Caramel Icing Test Kitchen Approved Chocolate Spice Layer Cake with Caramel Icing Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mariann James of Ferguson, Missouri created a sweet and salty favorite with her original recipe for chocolate spice cake with caramel icing. The spicy chocolate cinnamon cane sugar was a perfect addition to her unique cake. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 603 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated

fat), 101mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 92g carbohydrate (71g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 7/30 Greek Salad-Inspired Quiche 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Greek Salad-Inspired Quiche Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love using my cast-iron skillet to create this meatless family-sized Greek quiche for a quick meal. Just add a green salad and some pita bread, and dinner is on the table with little fuss and no extra dishes to wash! — Donna M. Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 354 calories, 22g fat

—Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 288

(9g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 778mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. 8/30 Coconut-Macadamia Sheet Pan Pancakes 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Coconut-Macadamia Sheet Pan Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These sheet-pan pancakes are great for brunch when you want to serve a group without standing over the stove. The fun flavors give this dish a tropical flair, and pineapple-flavored ice cream topping is a great swap for the usual maple syrup. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 288

This cake is a tribute to her

calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 9/30 Roasted Strawberry Sheet Cake 12 Reviews Contest Winner Roasted Strawberry Sheet Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My Grandma Gigi loved summer berry cakes. Almost any time I’d call her during the warmer months, she’d invite me over to taste her latest masterpiece. This cake is a tribute to her. —Kristin Bowers, Rancho Palos Verdes, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 235 calories, 9g fat

(5g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 329mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. 10/30 Cheesy Garlic Herb Quick Bread 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 1 loaf (12 slices) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This could be the perfect bread for any dish. The sharp cheddar cheese makes it irresistible.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 233 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 175mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein. 11/30 Blackberry Cobbler 32 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mama’s Blackberry Cobbler

This wonderful dessert is her mama’s recipe

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Alabama has some tasty fresh berries. Several decades ago, my mama was going to pick blackberries to make a cobbler, but she went to the hospital to have me instead! This wonderful dessert is her mama’s recipe. —Lisa Allen, Joppa, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 491 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. 12/30 Apple Butter Biscuit Breakfast Bake 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Apple Butter Biscuit

Breakfast Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmother created this recipe to use up the leftovers from Christmas Eve dinner. By combining the leftover ham and biscuits with her homemade apple butter, milk and eggs, she could serve us all a warm, delicious breakfast and still have time to spend with the grandchildren. —Mary M. Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 331 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 976mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.

13/30 Reuben and Rye

13/30 Reuben and Rye Strata 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This make-ahead dish is wonderful for brunch, lunch or supper, and it’s so easy to prepare. If you prefer it, substitute turkey pastrami for the corned beef. —Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 382 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 1377mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. 14/30 Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats 3 Reviews Test Kitchen

Approved Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This yummy breakfast bowl gives everyone’s favorite sandwich a healthy twist. Switch to crunchy peanut butter and sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top if you like the extra crunch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 323 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. 15/30 Baked Pumpkin Goat Cheese Alfredo with Bacon 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen

Approved Grace Natoli Sheldon

Approved Grace Natoli Sheldon For Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a unique and delicious pasta, perfect for fall. I made this for my girlfriends, and everyone asked for the recipe! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 559 calories, 37g fat (20g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. 16/30 New England Indian Pudding 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved New England Indian Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 45 min

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe was inspired by traditional New England Indian pudding. My version is made in the slow cooker instead of being baked for hours in the oven. If the molasses flavor is too strong, cut the amount to 1/3 cup. —Susan Bickta, Kutztown, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 330 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. 17/30 Bee Sting Cake 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bee Sting Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15

💡 Frequently Asked Questions

⭐ Expert Tips

• Include seasonal or trendy variations to keep your meals exciting.

• Highlight prep shortcuts or time-saving techniques for busy cooks.

• Consider dietary restrictions and include substitution suggestions.

✅ Key Takeaways

• These dinner ideas are perfect for impressing guests or enjoying special occasions.

• Choose recipes that match your skill level and available kitchen tools.

• Presentation and taste both contribute to a memorable dining experience.

📣 Join Our Community