For breakfast, dinner, snacks and desserts, these surprising slow-cooker recipes will earn you rave reviews.
The Most Addictive Slow Cooker Recipes You’re Not Making Yet
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Chili Mac
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chili mac has regularly appeared on my family menus for more than 40 years, and it's never failed to please at potlucks and bring-a-dish gatherings. Sometimes I turn it into soup by adding a can of beef broth. —Marie Posavec, Berwyn, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 348 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 713mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 12g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat.
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Hawaiian Kielbasa Sandwiches
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
12 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
If you are looking for a different way to use kielbasa, the sweet and mildly spicy flavor of these sandwiches is a nice change of pace. —Judy Dames, Bridgeville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 663 calories, 35g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 2532mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Lasagna
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe was inspired by my daughter's favorite food—Buffalo wings! It tastes as if it came from a restaurant. —Melissa Millwood, Lyman, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 466 calories, 28g fat (15g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 1680mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein.
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Texas Chili Fries
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The delicious chili goes together in minutes and then cooks while you run errands. The only way to make it even better is to pour it over crisp french fries and sprinkle on cheese. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 374 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 824mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 19g protein.
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Raspberry Coconut French Toast Slow-Cooker Style
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I put the ingredients in the slow cooker crock the night before, refrigerate it, then pop the crock into the slow cooker in the morning. You can use regular milk or half-and-half, include your favorite jam, and substitute almond extract instead of vanilla. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without raspberries and toasted coconut): 280 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 338mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Thai Drunken Noodles
Total Time
5 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I really love pad kee mao and was inspired to try my recipe in the slow cooker on a really busy day. It came out tasting great! I was so happy to have it ready to go when we got home. You can easily substitute chicken, turkey or beef for pork. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 360 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 1467mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Sweet Kahlua Coffee
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
9 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I have this beverage brewing in my slow cooker at my annual Christmas open house. I set out the whipped cream and grated chocolate in festive dishes so guests can help themselves to as much Kahlua-flavored coffee as they'd like.—Ruth Gruchow, Yorba Linda, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 337 calories, 23g fat (15g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 19mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Enchiladas
Total Time
5 hours 30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a busy wife and mother of two young sons, I rely on this handy recipe for slow-cooker enchiladas. I layer enchilada ingredients in the slow cooker, turn it on and forget about it. With a bit of spice, these hearty enchiladas are especially nice during the colder months. —Mary Luebbert, Benton, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 734 calories, 32g fat (16g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1672mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 11g fiber), 49g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
32 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy pork sausage gives the dip plenty of zip! —Marion Bartone, Conneaut, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 139 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 486mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Chicken and Dressing
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've always enjoyed trying new recipes, and now that our children are grown, I have more time to do just that!
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 390 calories, 13g fat (0 saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Hot Crab Dip
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
about 5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a large family, work full time, and coach soccer and football, so I appreciate recipes that are easy to assemble. This rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer to whip up for any gathering. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 148 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 274mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Mulled Grape Cider
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this recipe one year when I tried to make grape jelly and ended up with 30 jars of delicious grape syrup instead. I simmered the syrup with spices to make a lovely autumn drink. —Sharon Harmon, Orange, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 231 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (56g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Reuben Spread
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
3-3/4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m a big fan of Reuben sandwiches and anything with that flavor combination. For an appetizer, I blend corned beef with Swiss cheese and a few other items to make a spread for rye bread or crackers. —June Herke, Watertown, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 137 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Chicken Wings
Total Time
3 hours 35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the convenience of slow-cooker recipes for get-togethers. Start these sweet and sour chicken wings a few hours ahead of time and you'll have fantastic appetizers ready when your guests arrive. —Ida Tuey, South Lyon, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 74 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Chipotle Beef Sandwiches
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
10 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
A jar of chipotle salsa makes it easy to spice up beef sirloin for these mouthwatering sandwiches. Keep this no-stress recipe in mind the next time you have to feed a hungry crowd.—Jessica Ring, Madison, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 362 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
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Spicy Sausage Hash Browns
Total Time
5 hours 15 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to develop my own recipes, and I have people calling for them often. My family members and friends from our church tend to be my favorite and most honest critics. —Angela Sheridan, Opdyke, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 368 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 723mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Hot Chocolate
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings (about 1 quart)
From the Recipe Creator:
Greet holiday guests at the door with steaming mugs of rich hot chocolate. As the crowning touch, offer a selection of flavored whipped creams.—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 267 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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“Everything” Stuffing
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family goes crazy for the stuffing that I make in the slow cooker. It freezes well so we can enjoy it long after Thanksgiving has passed. —Bette Votral, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 267 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Butternut Squash Soup with Cinnamon
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
14 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The golden color, smooth and creamy texture, and wonderful taste of this soup make it welcome on a chilly fall day. It has a slightly tangy flavor from the cream cheese, and the cinnamon really comes through. —Jackie Campbell, Stanhope, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 135 calories, 7g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.
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Slow-Cooked Turkey Sloppy Joes
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tangy sandwich filling is easy to prepare in the slow cooker, and it goes over so well at gatherings large and small. I frequently take it to potlucks, and I'm always asked what my secret ingredient is! —Marylou LaRue, Freeland, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 264 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 614mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 lean meat.
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Tropical Compote Dessert
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To make a more adult version of this recipe, use brandy instead of the extra tropical fruit juice. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 sponge cake with 2/3 cup compote and 1 tablespoon coconut : 257 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 28mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein.
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Amaretto Cherries with Dumplings
Total Time
8 hours
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can't beat the combination of almond flavor with cherries. These light and fluffy dumplings are heavenly. Topped with the sauce and ice cream, it makes for a scrumptious dessert. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 369 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 242mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Apricot-Apple Cider
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
13 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Dried apricots give this comforting cider a marvelous twist. Add cranberries, cinnamon, allspice and cloves for the perfect hot drink to sip on cool nights. —Ginnie Busam, Pewee Valley, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 79 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 8mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fruit.
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Pulled Pork Taters
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is as hearty as it gets. Part barbecued pork, part potatoes, the taters are as wholesome as they are delicious. My family can't get enough of this comforting dish. —Shannon Harris, Tyler, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 795 calories, 29g fat (18g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 1677mg sodium, 89g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 7g fiber), 44g protein.
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Chocolate-Covered Cherry Pudding Cake
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I remember how much my grandfather cherished the chocolate-covered cherries we brought him for Christmas. After he passed away, I came up with this rich recipe in his honor. It’s delicious served with whipped topping. —Meredith Coe, Charlottesville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 291 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Jazzed-Up Green Bean Casserole
Total Time
5 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After trying many variations of this old standby, I decided to give it a little kick. The crunchy texture from the veggies combines with bacon and melt-in-your-mouth cheese to make this dish a hit at any holiday get-together. —Stephan-Scott Rugh, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 200 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 862mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Butterscotch Pears
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This grand finale simmers during dinner and impresses as soon as you bring it to the table. Serve as is, or with vanilla ice cream and a slice of pound cake. Leftover pear nectar is heavenly when added to sparkling wine or simply poured over ice. —Theresa Kreyche, Tustin, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed pear half: 209 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
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Conga Lime Pork
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dinner guests won’t be too shy to get in line when this yummy chipotle pork moves to the buffet table. —Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup pork mixture with 1 muffin and 1/2 cup slaw: 514 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 877mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Baked Apples
Total Time
4 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Coming home to this irresistible dessert on a dreary day is just wonderful; it’s slow-cooker easy. — Evangeline Bradford, Erlanger, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed apple: 203 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein.
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Shrimp Marinara
Total Time
3 hours 45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Flavorful marinara sauce simmers for just a few hours. Right before mealtime, toss in the shrimp to cook quickly. Serve over hot spaghetti for a delicious weeknight dish that feels dressed up. —Sue Mackey, Jackson, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 328 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 527mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
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Crock-Pot Lava Cake
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone who tries this dessert falls in love with it. Using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze. —Latona Dwyer, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 215 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 254mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Machaca Beef Dip Sandwiches
Total Time
8 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The winning combination of beef, cumin, chili powder and the spicy heat of chipotle peppers makes these sandwiches game-day food at its finest! —Karol Chandler-Ezell, Nacogdoches, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 476 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 1288mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 37g protein.
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Mango & Coconut Chicken Soup
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love preparing dinner in a slow cooker because it's carefree cooking. This chicken soup uses ingredients that I love, such as coconut milk, edamame and fresh ginger. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 338 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 362mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
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Spaghetti & Meatball Soup
Total Time
7 hours
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A couple of nights a week our family ends up eating in shifts because everyone is going every which way, all at the same time. Having a hearty soup simmering in the slow cooker is an easy way to give them all a warm meal. —Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 394 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 1452mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got the idea for these sliders from my mom and dad, who’d made a similar recipe for a family get-together. To make it special, I sometimes use several types of Buffalo sauce and let my guests mix and match their favorites. —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
2 sliders: 396 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 873mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
37/49
Brazilian Pork & Black Bean Stew
Total Time
7 hours 35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
During high school, I spent a year in Brazil and fell in love with the culture and food. One of my favorite dishes was feijoada, a chili/stew served over white rice. I introduced this easy recipe to my family, and it has become one of our favorite comfort foods. —Andrea Romanczyk, Magna, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 531 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 33g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Dump Cake
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No matter the season, this dump cake recipe is wonderful! It works well with gluten-free and sugar-free cake mixes too. —Karin Gatewood, Josephine, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 455 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 418mg sodium, 66g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Crockpot French Onion Soup
Total Time
7 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love French onion soup, so I wondered if I could turn it into a less labor-intensive dish by altering my recipe to work in a slow cooker. The rich, cheesy result was an instant winner at home. —Ronda Eagle, Goose Creek, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 157 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 706mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Chickpea Tagine
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While traveling through Morocco, my wife and I fell in love with the complex flavors of the many tagines we tried. Resist the urge to stir it—doing so will break down the veggies. Add shredded cooked chicken in the last 10 minutes, or serve with grilled fish. —Raymond Wyatt, West St. Paul, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 127 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 224mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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General Tso’s Stew
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love Asian food and wanted a chili-like soup with the distinctive flavors of General Tso’s chicken. The slow cooker makes this super easy, and you can use any meat you like. It’s wonderful with turkey, ground meats or leftover pork. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 222 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 791mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
14 mini sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot salad laced pomegranate seeds and with dates lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can be substituted for pitas. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 164 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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Vietnamese Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Throughout Vietnam there are many kinds of soups, called canh, served all year long. I particularly love having this warm, flavorful bowl of Vietnamese chicken soup on laid-back weekends, but it's also great packed in a thermos for lunch. It's the perfect bok choy soup too! —Brenda Watts, Gaffney, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 147 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 836mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prep these tasty, hearty burritos the night before for a quick breakfast in the morning or let them cook while you are away on a weekend afternoon for an easy supper. —Anna Miller, Churdan, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 359 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 205mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
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Spicy Stuffed Banana Peppers
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Banana peppers can be very tricky: Sometimes they are hot and sometimes they are not. If you want to be on the safe side, I recommend using Bianca peppers instead, which are a more sweet type of pepper. —Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
4 stuffed peppers: 412 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 965mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 13g fiber), 26g protein.
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Hungarian Treasure (Szekely Gulyas)
Total Time
3 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This combination of pork, sauerkraut, sour cream and paprika is heavenly served on buttery egg noodles with or without poppy seeds. Here's to great comfort food. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 369 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 1181mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 26g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Jambalaya Risotto
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love risotto, but I don't always love the time and stirring it takes to get the creamy goodness. I found a slow-cooker risotto recipe and thought it was too good to be true. I decided to adapt a jambalaya recipe for this dish. —Angela Westra, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 335 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 1276mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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Green Chile Posole
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings (2 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe combines parts of my nanny's and mother's recipes that were taught to me when I was young. An optional sprinkling of queso fresco on the top is an absolute delight in my opinion. —Jaime Love, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 173 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1457mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein.
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Sausage Sauerkraut Soup
Total Time
8 hours 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've taken this satisfying soup to church gatherings and family reunions, and it always receives great compliments. Everyone loves it! —Elizabeth Goetzinger, Lewiston, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 373 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 1707mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein.
