43 Easy Christmas Recipes Made in a 13×9 Pan

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43 Easy Christmas Recipes Made in a 13×9 Pan2/43 Candy Cane Dessert 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Layered Candy Cane Dessert Recipe photo by Diana Rattray for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fabulous dessert has the magical flavor of candy canes plus the bonus of an Oreo cookie crust. And it looks like a winter wonderland. —Dawn Kreuser, Green Bay, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 251 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. More peppermint desserts

I added a few touches of my own and now they gobble it up

we love. 3/43 Cranberry Pecan Stuffing 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 13 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While I love stuffing, my family wasn’t that fond of it—that is, until I found this recipe. I added a few touches of my own and now they gobble it up. Cranberries and pork really make it something special. —Robin Lang, Muskegon, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 219 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 532mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. 4/43 Cauliflower Casserole 46 Reviews Test Kitchen

Leftovers were rare

Approved ALEJANDRO MONFORT FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To dress up cauliflower, Mom used a delightful mixture of a cheesy sauce, bright red and green pepper pieces and crushed cornflakes. Leftovers were rare. —Linda McGinty, Parma, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 162 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 503mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 5/43 Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please. Kids go crazy for the marshmallow-cream cheese layer on top. —Irma Senner, Dixmont, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 6/43 Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Bake 10 Reviews Contest Winner Contest-Winning Sweet Potato Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is an easy dish to prepare and is a perfect addition to that

special holiday meal

special holiday meal. The topping is flavorful and gives a nice contrast of textures. —Pam Holloway, Marion, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 293 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. More sweet potato recipes that are sure to satisfy. 7/43 Seafood Lasagna 134 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Seafood Lasagna Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This rich satisfying dish, adapted from a recipe given to me by a friend, is my

husband’s favorite

husband’s favorite. I usually serve it on his birthday. It’s loaded with scallops, shrimp and imitation crab in a creamy sauce. I consider this the “crown jewel” in my repertoire of recipes. —Elena Hansen, Ruidoso, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 367 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein. 8/43 Cauliflower Gratin 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cauliflower Gratin Recipe photo by Perry Santanachote for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a

lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef

lower-carb side dish that pairs well with pork, ham or beef. It’s so creamy and delicious! If you like a bit of crunch, sprinkle buttered bread crumbs over the top for the last five minutes in the oven. — Mary Zinchiak, Boardman, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 196 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. 9/43 Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Green Bean and Cauliflower Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe

From the Recipe Creator: I like to make my own savory cream sauce for the timeless green bean casserole. This time I added another vegetable for a delicious twist that sets my casserole apart from the rest! You can omit the vermouth if you’d like by substituting another half-cup of chicken broth. —Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 217 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 539mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 10/43 Twice-Baked Potato Casserole 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Loaded Twice-Baked Potato Casserole Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of

Shrimp and crab cooked with a flavorful sauce add up to

Home Total Time 2 hours Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy, cheesy and loaded with bacon, this comforting casserole immediately makes guests feel at home. —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 367 calories, 27g fat (16g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 458mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. 11/43 Creamy Seafood Enchiladas 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Seafood Enchiladas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Shrimp and crab cooked with a flavorful sauce add up to

outstanding enchiladas

outstanding enchiladas. I made them for an annual fundraiser, and now they’re always in demand. Spice up the recipe to your taste by adding more green chiles and salsa. —Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska Nutrition Facts: 2 enchiladas: 645 calories, 35g fat (17g saturated fat), 252mg cholesterol, 1812mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein. 12/43 Florentine Spaghetti Bake 41 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Florentine Spaghetti Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This hearty sausage entree will appeal to just

about everyone

about everyone. My daughter serves it often to her hardworking family on their wheat ranch in Montana. —Lorraine Martin, Lincoln, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 446 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1172mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. 13/43 Sticky Buns 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sticky Buns Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s impossible to eat just one of these soft, yummy sticky buns—they have wonderful old-fashioned goodness. Use the conventional method or your bread machine to make

Even my little ones like it (but don’t tell them spinach is good for them)!

the dough. —Dorothy Showalter, Broadway, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 bun: 314 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 334mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 14/43 Grandma’s Spinach Salad 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Grandma’s Spinach Salad Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With all its fresh ingredients, this pretty spinach salad was my grandma’s favorite. Even my little ones like it (but don’t tell them spinach is good for them)! —Shelley Riebel, Armada, Michigan Nutrition Facts:

16/43 Creamy

1-1/4 cups: 280 calories, 21g fat (3g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 214mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. 15/43 Kahlua Dream Bars 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always double this recipe so everyone gets a piece. For a glaze with deeper flavor, use 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate and 2 ounces semisweet.—Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 bar: 88 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 49mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 16/43 Creamy

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes 96 Reviews Test Kitchen

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes 96 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With five different dairy products, you know this make-ahead mashed potato casserole is going to be super rich and, of course, delicious. It gets even better topped with onions and bacon! —JoAnn Koerkenmeier, Damiansville, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 354 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 400mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 7g protein. 17/43 Make-Ahead Coffee Cake 24 Reviews Test Kitchen

Approved Make-Ahead Coffee Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50

Approved Make-Ahead Coffee Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a wonderful timesaver because it’s assembled the night before. My kids think the nutty topping, sweet glaze and from-scratch cake make it the ultimate treat. —Cindy Harris, San Antonio, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 336 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 255mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (33g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 18/43 Cherry Coconut Bars 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cherry Coconut Bars Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45

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