56 Quick Recipes to Cozy Up to This Winter

Updated on Sep. 23, 2024

Chase away chills on a bleak winter day with cozy comfort food favorites. Each recipe is ready in 30 minutes or less.

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Beef ‘n’ Biscuit Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is quick, easy and satisfying. With its beef and corn combo, it's cozy cuisine at its best! —Erin Schneider, St. Peters, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 439 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1180mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 5g fiber), 21g protein.
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Weekday Beef Stew

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Beef stew capped with flaky puff pastry adds comfort to the weeknight menu—my family is always glad to see this meal. Make a salad and call your crowd to the table. —Daniel Anderson, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups with 1 pastry round: 604 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 960mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 9g fiber), 32g protein.
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Buttermilk Cornbread

Total Time 30 min
Servings 9 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The tattered recipe card for this buttermilk cornbread proves it's been a family favorite for years. It's my daughter's top request. —Judy Sellgren, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 390 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 314mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Frito Pie

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Frito pie is legendary in the Southwest for being spicy, salty and fabulously cheesy. Here’s my take on this crunchy classic. —Jan Moon, Alamogordo, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 718 calories, 40g fat (14g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 1719mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 33g protein.

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Pear Crumble

Total Time 35 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: ORIGINALLY a pear crumble pie, I shortened this to a crumble when I often was too short of time to make a pie crust. I've also found canned pears work as well as fresh, so that makes it even easier to prepare. -Kezia Sullivan, Sackets Harbor, New York
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 376 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 59mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 7g fiber), 5g protein.

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Ground Beef Taco Dip

Total Time 20 min
Servings 24 servings
From the Recipe Creator: What's a football party without taco dip? This version made with spicy ground beef and fresh toppings does not disappoint the die-hards. It is full of classic flavors and is a little extra filling for game day appetites. —Errika Perry, Green Bay, WI
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.

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Spiced Apple Cider

Total Time 25 min
Servings 10 servings (about 2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator: I first concocted this beverage years ago for my son on a chilly New England day. He’s grown now, but he still enjoys this tangy cider whenever he comes for a visit. —Debbie Terenzini, Lusby, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 138 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
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White Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Total Time 25 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mac and cheese is simple and has lots of flavor from the cheeses and ground chipotle chile. I use conchiglie pasta because its shape allows more melted cheese to pool inside. Yum! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 650 calories, 35g fat (22g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 607mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.

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Pork Chili

Total Time 6 hours 15 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My husband usually tries to avoid spending time in the kitchen, but he'll frequently offer to prepare this easy chili. Of course, he always eagerly serves as taste tester! —Linda Temple, St. Joseph, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 208 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein.

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Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns and eggs is just right for any breakfast. &mdash:Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Swiss Cheese Bread

Total Time 30 min
Servings 20 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This bread will receive rave reviews, whether you serve it as an appetizer or with a meal. For real convenience, you can make it ahead of time and freeze it! —Karla Boice, Mahtomedi, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 187 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.

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Pork Tenderloin Stew

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This thick and creamy pork tenderloin stew is one that my family requests often. It does an especially good job of warming us up on cold winter days. —Janet Allen, Belleville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 305 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 665mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 0.500 fat.

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Tuna Melt

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When our children were young, I often fixed these warm, crunchy sandwiches. They go well with chips and a salad for a quick lunch. —Carole Anhalt, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 363 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 629mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.

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Cream of Mushroom Soup

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My daughter-in-law, a gourmet cook, served this cream of mushroom soup recipe as the first course for a holiday dinner. She received the recipe from her mom and graciously shared it with me. Now I'm happy to share it with my own friends and family. —Anne Kulick, Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 136 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Meatball Submarine Casserole

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: We were hosting a bunch of friends, and after a comedy of errors, I had to come up with a plan B for dinner. I realized that much-loved meatball subs are even better as a hearty casserole—so delicious! —Rick Friedman, Palm Springs, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 417 calories, 28g fat (13g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 1243mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip

Total Time 30 min
Servings about 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: This is the best buffalo chicken dip recipe! Whenever I bring buffalo dip to a tailgate or potluck, everyone asks for the recipe. —Belinda J. Gibson, Dry Ridge, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 152 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 409mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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Bananas Foster Oatmeal

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This oatmeal tastes like bananas Foster, my favorite dessert. If you can’t find rum extract, double the vanilla. —Carol Touchton, Seffner, Florida
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 561 calories, 28g fat (16g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 529mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein.
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Taco Noodle Dish

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I got creative while we were housebound during a snowstorm one winter...and used ingredients I had on hand to come up with this hearty casserole. Later, I modified it so it has less fat and fewer calories. —Judy Munger, Warren, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 455 calories, 20g fat (7g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 954mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 40g protein.

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Chunky Applesauce

Total Time 45 min
Servings about 3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: There's just something extra special about a homemade applesauce recipe like this one. This simple dish is tart and not too sweet. It makes the perfect side, especially with pork chops or a pork roast. —Deborah Amrine, Grand Haven, Michigan
Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 157 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 3g fiber), 0 protein.

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Ham & Veggie Casserole

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I’ve paired ham with broccoli and cauliflower for years. To complete this casserole dinner, I pass around some dinner rolls. —Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 420 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 1233mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 6g fiber), 28g protein.
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Super-Stuffed Mexican Potatoes

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These taters are packed! Your whole family will enjoy these hearty stuffed Mexican potatoes. —Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed potato (calculated without optional ingredients): 518 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 1267mg sodium, 88g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 13g fiber), 26g protein.
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Chicken Cheese Strata

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The spices in this simple strata with chicken, broccoli and cheese offer an extra special taste. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 570 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1282mg sodium, 77g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein.
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Caramel Apple Fondue

Total Time 25 min
Servings 3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator: I serve this warm caramel dip with sliced apples while we're watching football games on Sunday afternoons. It really warms us up. —Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 167 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Pepperoni Pizza Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I rely on this one-dish wonder on nights my husband works late or our children have after-school activities. It's a life saver! —Catherine Yeats, Lewiston, Idaho
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 392 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 735mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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Waffle Sandwich

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: We love the sweet, smoky flavor of these morning sandwiches. I use store-bought frozen waffles to save time, but have at it if you want to put your waffle maker to good use. —Kelly Reynolds, Urbana, Illinois
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich (calculated without syrup): 511 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1163mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Easy White Chicken Chili

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It’s soothing comfort food. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 228 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 504mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Ham and Rice

Total Time 25 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Ham, rice and mushrooms make a tasty combination in this homey stovetop dish. It goes from start to finish in just 25 minutes. —Susan Zivec, Regina, Saskatchewan
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 322 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1168mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
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Turkey Melt

Total Time 10 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When days feel rushed, these sandwiches with turkey and green chiles are one of my favorite standbys. They stack up in about 10 minutes, honestly. —Leah Carter, San Pedro, California
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 428 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1146mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Tortellini Carbonara

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Bacon, cream and Parmesan cheese make a classic pasta sauce that's absolutely heavenly. It's a delightful option for company! —Cathy Croyle, Davidsville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 527 calories, 36g fat (20g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 728mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.

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Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A fabulous sauce, green pepper and pineapple chunks transform premade meatballs into something special. Serving them over rice makes for a satisfying main dish. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 5 meatballs: 389 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 682mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.

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Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: In our house, we sprinkle these whole wheat pancakes with a little confectioners' sugar because the banana is so sweet that you don't need syrup. —Patricia Swart, Galloway, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes: 155 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 293mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.

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Cheeseburger Macaroni

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Cheeseburger macaroni is the ultimate simple and fulfilling dinner that uses items I typically have in my cupboard. It's so easy to prepare and cooking all in one skillet makes it a snap for clean up. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 338 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Cinnamon Mocha Coffee

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Most store-bought flavored coffees are expensive. Here's a special early-morning beverage you can make at home. The aroma of cinnamon and cocoa makes this mocha coffee hard to resist. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 77 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Super Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Heat up your indoor grill to make these ooey-gooey grilled cheese sandwich recipes. They're delicious served with soup! —Debbie Murray, Fort Worth, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 430 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 1094mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
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Quick Cherry Turnovers

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Refrigerated crescent rolls let you make these fruit-filled pastries in a hurry. My family loves these turnovers for breakfast, but they’re so delicious, they’d be welcome any time of the day. Feel free to experiment with other pie fillings as well. —Elleen Oberrueter, Danbury, Iowa
Nutrition Facts: 1 turnover: 359 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 459mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Yankee Red Flannel Hash

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Hash is a classic diner dish. With potatoes and pastrami, this one's easy to make at home. The beets give it fabulous color and flavor. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 307 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 247mg cholesterol, 1010mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Hot Cheese Dip

Total Time 30 min
Servings 3 cups
From the Recipe Creator: When a colleague brought this cheesy dip to school for a teachers potluck, I immediately gave it an A+. I had to have the recipe for this irresistibly creamy recipe to make for my family! —Ardyce Piehl, Poynette, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 201 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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BLT Egg Bake

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: BLTs are a favorite at my house, so I created this recipe to combine those flavors into a warm, cozy casserole. It was such a hit, I served it to my church ladies group at a brunch I hosted. —Priscilla Detrick, Catoosa, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 594 calories, 42g fat (16g saturated fat), 251mg cholesterol, 1262mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.

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Clam Chowder

Total Time 55 min
Servings 5 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This is the best clam chowder recipe ever! In the Pacific Northwest, we dig our own razor clams and I grind them for the chowder. Since these aren't readily available everywhere, the canned clams are perfectly acceptable. —Sandy Larson, Port Angeles, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 280 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 805mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat.

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Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? Both crisp and hearty, this restaurant-quality snack is one that my family requests often. —Trish Perrin, Keizer, Oregon
Nutrition Facts: 1 potato skin: 350 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 460mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
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Cranberry Eggnog Muffins

Total Time 30 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: No one in my house wants to finish the leftover eggnog or cranberry sauce, so I use those ingredients to make warm muffins that vanish. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 208 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 275mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I was a girl, Mama used Texas longhorn cheese in this recipe. After it melted all over the macaroni, I loved to dig in and see how many strings of cheese would follow my spoonful. —Imogene Hutton, Brownwood, Texas
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 388 calories, 22g fat (15g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 542mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
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Smothered Burrito

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My brother-in-law teased that I only knew five ground beef recipes. I proved him wrong with my inventive spicy burritos. —Kim Kenyon, Greenwood, Missouri
Nutrition Facts: 1 burrito: 624 calories, 33g fat (15g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 1470mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 36g protein.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Crescent Ring

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A classic cordon bleu has chicken, cheese and ham. To change it up, roll everything inside a wreath of crescent dough for a beautiful meal. —Stella Culotta, Pasadena, Maryland
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 603 calories, 45g fat (13g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 772mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein.
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S’mores Stuffed French Toast

Total Time 20 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I had a craving for something sweet one morning, but all I had around the house was a handful of ingredients. I had to get creative, and this was the delicious outcome. Now I make it all the time. —Diana Palmer, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts: 2 slices: 465 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 113mg cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
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Quick Eggs Benedict

Total Time 30 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: The hearty serving size and scrumptious flavor of eggs Benedict will have your lucky dining companion running to the table. —Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware
Nutrition Facts: 2 each: 758 calories, 56g fat (23g saturated fat), 540mg cholesterol, 1107mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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Stuffed Mini Peppers

Total Time 30 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: There's plenty of both crunch and cream in these party appetizers. Fresh chives help them really stand out. —Jean McKenzie, Vancouver, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper half: 48 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 68mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Bacon-Wrapped Breadsticks

Total Time 30 min
Servings 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I first tried these breadsticks at a restaurant and the owner was kind enough to share the recipe. When I made them for my family, not a crumb was left and everyone was asking for more! —Wendy Domres, West Bend, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 189 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 425mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My son and I eat this peanut butter oatmeal recipe every day for breakfast. It's a hearty, healthy way to jump start our morning. — Elisabeth Reitenbach, Terryville, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 323 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 226mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 6g fiber), 11g protein.
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Coffee Milk

Total Time 5 min
Servings 8 servings (about 1 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator: It's the official state drink of Rhode Island, and once you taste it, you'll understand why it has so many fans! —Karen Barros, Bristol, Rhode Island
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 135 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Apples ‘n’ Cream Pancake

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This cozy recipe is delicious for breakfast or brunch. I usually make a double batch because everyone wants more! With our own orchard, we have plenty of Delicious and Winesap apples—they make this a true midwestern meal. —Ruth Schafer, Defiance, Ohio
Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 265 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 204mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Chili Hash

Total Time 30 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A little micro time, a dash in the pan and you'll have a satisfying meal for those "where-did-the-time-go?" kind of nights. Now you can put up your feet and relax! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 431 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1012mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 9g fiber), 29g protein.
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Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins

Total Time 25 min
Servings 1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: These pretty golden muffins are moist, flavorful and even good for you! Pair one with a hot cup of coffee or tea on a cold winter day for a comforting break. —Jean Howard, Hopkinton, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 145 calories, 1g fat, 1mg cholesterol, 267mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate, 4g protein.
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Black Beans with Bell Peppers & Rice

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My meat and potatoes husband goes for this cheesy, hearty black beans and rice recipe, and the kids gobble it up. For extra kick, add a splash of hot sauce. —Stephanie Lambert, Moseley, Virgina
Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 347 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Turkey Bundles

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is definitely a must-try, and all you do is bundle up creamy turkey filling in crescent dough. I usually double the recipe so I have extra for lunch the next day. —Lydia Garrod, Tacoma, Washington
Nutrition Facts: 1 bundle: 418 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein.