44 Recipes That Use Up Leftover Bread Crumbs

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44 Recipes That Use Up Leftover Bread Crumbs2/44 Baked Buffalo Chicken 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I make this tangy buffalo chicken breast, I have to double this baked buffalo chicken recipe because it disappears so fast. Better to have leftovers, especially since they make great sandwiches and salads. —Beth Zimmerman, Willingboro, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half : 277 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 811mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges:

5 lean meat, 1 starch

5 lean meat, 1 starch. 3/44 Shrimp Cakes with Spicy Aioli Sauce Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Cakes with Spicy Aioli Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings about 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made these for our staff Christmas party last year; they were such a hit that I was flooded with requests for the recipe the next day. Throughout the year, whenever I needed favors done at school, people gladly helped as long as I promised to bring them shrimp cakes! This year’s Christmas party is coming

up, and I’m already being asked if I am bringing the shrimp cakes—I guess I am!

up, and I’m already being asked if I am bringing the shrimp cakes—I guess I am! —Linda Zilar, Kennewick, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 106 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 4/44 Greek Potato Casserole 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Greek Potato Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The crunchy golden brown topping and tangy yogurt and feta make this recipe a winner. You can loosen the mixture with a few tablespoons of

milk if necessary

milk if necessary. —Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri Nutrition Facts: Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 250 calories, 13 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 29 mg cholesterol, 752 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 9 g protein. 5/44 Gruyere Mac and Cheese 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Gruyere Mac and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Legendary mac and cheese is a must-have for big family events. This ultimate comfort food is a divine blend of cheddar, Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses. —Joan Sullivan,

Nothing is more convenient than walking in the door to dinner

Gambrills, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 487 calories, 24g fat (14g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 515mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. 6/44 Slow-Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe photo by Lauren Habermehl for Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 10 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a meal on busy days, I pop ready-made meatballs in the slow cooker to make this tantalizing Asian-style specialty. Nothing is more convenient than walking in the door to dinner. —Lisa Stepanski, Munnsville,

—Shelby Thompson, Dover,

New York Nutrition Facts: 8 meatballs: 794 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 582mg sodium, 94g carbohydrate (63g sugars, 2g fiber), 39g protein. 7/44 Baked Mac and Cheese 37 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Baked Mac and Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Even people who have had their own homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version. For the best baked mac and cheese, use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for more flavor. —Shelby Thompson, Dover,

This has become a favorite!

Delaware Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 688 calories, 37g fat (21g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. 8/44 Coconut Chicken and Shrimp 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Coconut Chicken and Shrimp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was looking for a fun, easy weeknight dinner based on our favorite shrimp dish that was healthier than fast food. This has become a favorite! —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 659 calories, 31g fat (14g saturated fat),

10/44 Tex-Mex

123mg cholesterol, 735mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein. 9/44 Spicy Butterscotch Wings 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Butterscotch Wings Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love big-time-spicy chicken wings. I do a caramel sauce to balance the heat, but you could also glaze the wings with melted brown sugar. —Aaron Salazar, Westminster, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 100 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 312mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 10/44 Tex-Mex

11/44 Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells

Breakfast Haystacks 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Tex-Mex Breakfast Haystacks Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love haystacks and wanted to make a fun Tex-Mex recipe for my family. Adding panko crumbs and cheese to the hash browns before cooking gives them a wonderful golden brown color and crisp texture. —Donna-Marie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 399 calories, 27g fat (8g saturated fat), 205mg cholesterol, 688mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein. 11/44 Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells

1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Deep-Fried Mac & Cheese Shells Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 20 appetizers (2-1/2 cups dipping sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this deep fried mac and cheese recipe for my husband. He describes this recipe as unbelievably delicious because of the crispy deep-fried coating on the outside and the creamy richness on the inside. —Shirley Rickis, The Villages, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer with 2 tablespoons dipping sauce: 340 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 451mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber),

12g protein

12g protein. 12/44 Butterfly Shrimp Test Kitchen Approved Butterfly Shrimp Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This refreshing, lightly seasoned, fried butterfly shrimp is easy to make and extremely versatile! Have it with a side of cocktail sauce, or serve it with steamed vegetables, rice or potatoes for a well-balanced meal. If you really want something special, place this tender, crispy shrimp on your favorite pasta! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: about 7 shrimp: 295 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 182mg

cholesterol, 571mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein

cholesterol, 571mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. 13/44 Slow-Cooker Spinach & Rice 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Spinach & Rice Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I started making this in the slow cooker to save oven space during the holidays. It’s so convenient that I no longer reserve it for special occasions! —Erica Polly, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 488 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1016mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber),

19g protein

19g protein. 14/44 Oven-Fried Fish & Chips 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Oven-Fried Fish & Chips Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My baked fish is a shoo-in when you want fish and chips without the frying mess. Dare I say, they’re a little upgrade from the English pub classic. Get more of my recipe at cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com. —Reeni Pisano, Wappingers Falls, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 475 calories, 24g fat (4g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber),

23g protein

23g protein. 15/44 Salmon Patty Sauce Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Dill Salmon Patty Sauce Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 6 servings (3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These cute little patties are a great way to get my whole family to enjoy salmon, even my toddler! And I love the fresh flavor the lemon and dill add. —Brandi Murphy, McMinnville, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 2 salmon patties with 1 tablespoon sauce: 434 calories, 34g fat (6g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 676mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber),

18g protein

18g protein. 16/44 Toasted Ravioli 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Toasted Ravioli Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings about 1-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant! When I got home, I had to try to replicate them, and this recipe comes pretty close. —Cristina Carrera, Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 73 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 17/44 Oven-Fried Squash

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