48 Recipes That Make Frozen Vegetables Taste Great

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48 Recipes That Make Frozen Vegetables Taste Great2/48 Crumb-Topped Broccoli Bake 5 Reviews Crumb-Topped Broccoli Bake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Broccoli is one of the main crops grown in this area. This recipe has pleased just about everyone who has tried it, including some who said they didn’t like broccoli. —Hope Huggins, Santa Cruz, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 252 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 142mg cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 3/48 Quinoa with Peas

If you have freshly shelled peas on hand, substitute them for the frozen

and Onion 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Quinoa with Peas and Onion Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Even picky eaters will love this protein-packed dish. If you have freshly shelled peas on hand, substitute them for the frozen. —Lori Panarella, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 174 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat. 4/48 Spanakopita Pinwheels 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spanakopita Pinwheels Recipe photo by Taste

I have used it for get-togethers and family events with great success

of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m enthralled with spanakopita, and this spinach and feta pinwheel recipe was a quick and easy way to enjoy the pie. I have used it for get-togethers and family events with great success. —Ryan Palmer, Windham, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1 pinwheel: 197 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 392mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 5/48 Slow-Cooked Vegetables with Cheese Sauce Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooked Vegetables with Cheese Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours

No one I know!

5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who can pass up veggies smothered in cheese? No one I know! This is an inviting recipe to serve kids who normally shy away from vegetables. —Teresa Flowers, Sacramento, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 209 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 704mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein. 6/48 7/48 Muffin-Tin Chicken Potpies 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Muffin-Tin Chicken Potpies Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made

For the record, the grown-ups did, too!

these personalized chicken pot pies in muffin tins for my kids, and they gobbled them up. For the record, the grown-ups did, too! —Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 2 mini potpies: 330 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 1049mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. 8/48 Chicken Stir-Fry Bake 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One night I decided to use frozen vegetables in my chicken stir-fry. Not wanting to stand watch over the stovetop, I baked the

entree in the oven

entree in the oven. People say this tastes like it’s hot from the skillet. What’s more, it’s ready in little more than half an hour! —Carly Carter, Nashville, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 427 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 1442mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 30g protein. 9/48 Classic Cottage Pie 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Classic Cottage Pie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cottage pie is a combination of ground beef or lamb with mashed

potatoes, topped with a bubbling layer of cheese is the perfect comfort food

potatoes, topped with a bubbling layer of cheese is the perfect comfort food. It’s a good remedy for the winter chills.—Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 403 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 740mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein. 10/48 Spinach Turnovers 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The flaky cream cheese pastry adds sensational texture to these hot appetizers—and just wait until you taste the wonderful filling. I usually fix a

double batch and freeze some to have on hand in case unexpected guests drop by

double batch and freeze some to have on hand in case unexpected guests drop by. — Jean von Bereghy, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 turnover: 103 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 129mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 11/48 Butternut & Portobello Lasagna 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Butternut & Portobello Lasagna Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Lasagna gets fresh flavor and color when you make it with roasted butternut squash, portobello mushrooms, basil and spinach. We

feast on this

feast on this. —Edward and Danielle Walker, Traverse City, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 252 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 508mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat. 12/48 Pressure-Cooked Broccoli Egg Cups Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooked Broccoli Egg Cups Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Serving brunch? These delicious Instant Pot egg cups are filled with crunchy bites of broccoli and served in ramekins. I promise your company will love this

tasty recipe!

tasty recipe! —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 274 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 375mg cholesterol, 333mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein. 13/48 Thai Red Curry Chicken 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Thai Red Curry Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I recreated a favorite red curry chicken dish from a restaurant, and now I cook it almost weekly for my family. On a busy night, frozen stir-fry veggies really speed things up. —Mary Shenk, DeKalb,

Illinois 14/48 Broccoli Scalloped Potatoes 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The combination of ham and cheese creates a wonderfully smoky flavor. I also love that I can cook an entire meal—vegetable and all—in one standout dish. —Denell Syslo, Fullerton, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 309 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 626mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein. 15/48 Pea Salad with Bacon 47 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JULIA HARTBECK FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings

6 servings

6 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband absolutely loves peas. My middle son isn’t the biggest fan, but he loves bacon. So I decided to combine the two, and it was perfect! This salad is an awesome side dish, especially for barbecues. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 218 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 547mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. 16/48 Turkey Dumpling Soup 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From

This is a variation on a recipe my mom made while I was growing up

the Recipe Creator: Simmering up a big pot of this soup is one of my favorite holiday traditions. This is a variation on a recipe my mom made while I was growing up. My husband and children can’t get enough of the tender dumplings. —Debbie Wolf, Mission Viejo, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 185 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 724mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein. 17/48 Hot Collards and Artichoke Dip 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Hot Collards and Artichoke Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min

Serve this dish with warm garlic naan or tortilla chips

Servings 24 servings (1/4 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Anyone can pull off spinach and artichoke dip—so brighten it up using collard greens for a southern twist. Serve this dish with warm garlic naan or tortilla chips. —Billie Williams-Henderson, Bowie, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without naan): 190 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 341mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 18/48 Jalapeno Corn 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Jalapeno Corn Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This comforting and creamy corn side dish is appealing to almost everyone. It gets its spicy kick from jalapeno peppers.—Judy Carty, Wichita, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 251 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 19/48 Au Gratin Peas and Potatoes 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Au Gratin Peas and Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While this delicious potato skillet is a wonderful side

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