Cheddar Cheese Sauce - 365 Crockpot Recipe

Makes about 2 cups

2 tablespoons margarine or butter
3 tablespoons each: finely chopped onion, flour
1 1/2 cups 2% reduced-fat milk
2 ounces reduced-fat processed cheese, cubed
3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

1. Melt margarine in small saucepan; add onion and flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk; heat to boiling, stirring until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add cheeses and dry mustard, stirring until melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Potatoes Gratin - Great 365 Crockpot Recipe

8 servings
2 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled, sliced (1⁄4-inch)
1⁄4 cup thinly sliced onion
Salt and pepper to taste
Cheddar Cheese Sauce
Ground nutmeg, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 202 % of calories from fat: 23 Protein (gm): 7.6 Carbohydrate (gm): 31.7 Fat (gm): 5.1 Saturated fat (gm): 1.7 Cholesterol (mg): 8.5 Sodium (mg): 259

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.0 Meat: 0.5 Fat: 0.5

1. Layer half the potatoes and onion in crockpot; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Pour half the cheese sauce over; repeat layers. Cover and cook on high until potatoes are tender, about 31/2 hours. Sprinkle with nutmeg.

Candied Yams - Another Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

8–10 servings
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled, sliced (1/4-inch)
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons cold margarine or butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Per Serving:
Calories: 176 % of calories from fat: 8 Protein (gm): 1.5 Carbohydrate (gm): 39.5 Fat (gm): 1.5 Saturated fat (gm): 0.3 Cholesterol (mg): 0 Sodium (mg): 63

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.5 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Layer sweet potatoes in crockpot, sprinkling each layer with brown sugar, salt, and pepper, and dotting with margarine. Combine water and cornstarch and pour over the top. Cover and cook on low 3 hours; increase heat to high and cook until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.

Variation
Fruit and Nut Sweet Potatoes — Make recipe as above, sprinkling 1/4 cup each currants or raisins and toasted pecans between layers of potatoes. Sprinkle top of potatoes with 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows during last 5 to 10 minutes of cooking time.

Corn Pudding - Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

6 servings
1 package (10 ounces) frozen, thawed whole-kernel corn, divided
1 cup whole milk
3 eggs
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Monterey
Jack cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2–1 small jalapeño chili, minced

Per Serving:
Calories: 216 % calories from fat: 48 Protein (g): 15.1 Carbohydrate (g): 14.9 Fat (g): 12.2 Saturated fat (g): 6.3 Cholesterol (mg): 136.5 Sodium (mg): 760

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.0 Meat: 1.0 Fat: 2.0

1. Process 3/4 cup corn, milk, eggs, flour, cumin, salt, and pepper in food processor or blender until smooth. Pour into greased crockpot; mix in remaining corn, cheese, bell pepper, and jalapeño chili. Cover and cook on low until pudding is set, about 3 hours.

Corn Flan - Another Tasty 365 Crockpot Recipe

6 servings
1 cup whole milk
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon sugar
1 can (143/4 ounces) creamed corn
1 package (10 ounces) frozen, thawed whole-kernel corn
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Per Serving:
Calories: 151 % calories from fat: 24 Protein (g): 6.9 Carbohydrate (g): 24.3 Fat (g): 4.4 Saturated fat (g): 1.6 Cholesterol (mg): 109.8 Sodium (mg): 441

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.5 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.5

1. Mix milk and eggs until well blended; mix in remaining ingredients and pour into greased 1½-quart soufflé dish or casserole. Place soufflé dish on rack in 6-quart crockpot; cover and cook on low until custard is set, about 3 hours.

Oriental Green Beans - Tasty 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 servings
2 cups halved green beans
1.4 cup each: chopped onion, red bell pepper
2 teaspoons each: finely chopped gingerroot, garlic
1/2 cup water
1 cup canned drained black or adzuki beans
1.2 cup sliced water chestnuts
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1.2 teaspoons tamari soy sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 109 % of calories from fat: 2 Protein (gm): 5.8 Carbohydrate (gm): 22.5 Fat (gm): 0.2 Saturated fat (gm): 0 Cholesterol (mg): Sodium (mg): 64

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 1.5 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.0 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine green beans, onion, bell pepper, gingerroot, garlic, and water in crockpot; cover and cook on high until green beans are crisp-tender, about 11/2 hours; drain. Add remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper; cover and cook on high 30 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo - Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
2 cans (14 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
4 ounces reduced-fat smoked sausage thickly sliced
1 large red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1⁄8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
8 ounces fresh or frozen thawed sliced okra
8–12 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt, to taste
3 cups cooked rice, warm

Per Serving:
Calories: 316 % calories from fat: 14 Protein (g): 19.9 Carbohydrate (g): 48.9 Fat (g): 5 Saturated fat (g): 1.2 Cholesterol (mg): 104.4 Sodium (mg): 395

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 3.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.0 Meat: 2.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except okra, shrimp, salt, and rice, in crockpot; cover and cook on low 6 to 7 hours, adding okra during last 30 minutes and shrimp during last 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt; serve over rice.

Cajun Shrimp, Corn, and Bean Stew - Tasty 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
1 can (15 ounces) red beans, rinsed, drained
1 can (16 ounces) cream-style corn
1 cup clam juice or chicken broth
1 each: finely chopped medium onion, minced jalapeño chili
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 cup each: small broccoli florets, whole milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
12–16 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt, to taste
Hot pepper sauce, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 272 % calories from fat: 13 Protein (g): 29.3 Carbohydrate (g): 33.7 Fat (g): 4.2 Saturated fat (g): 1.4 Cholesterol (mg): 135.4 Sodium (mg): 1126

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.0 Meat: 3.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine beans, corn, clam juice, onion, jalapeño chili, garlic, and herbs in crockpot; cover and cook on high 3 to 4 hours, adding broccoli during last 20 minutes. Stir in combined milk and cornstarch, stirring 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp; cook 5 to 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and hot pepper sauce.

Paella - Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
8 ounces chicken tenders, halved
3 ounces Canadian bacon, cut into thin strips
2 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 can (141⁄2 ounces) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (143⁄4 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained, halved
1 cup each: chopped onion, red and green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
3⁄4 teaspoon each: dried thyme and basil leaves
1⁄4 teaspoon crushed saffron threads (optional)
1 1⁄4 cups uncooked converted long-grain rice
8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 371 % calories from fat: 11 Protein (g): 28 Carbohydrate (g): 56 Fat (g): 4.6 Saturated fat (g): 1.2 Cholesterol (mg): 101  Sodium (mg): 678

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 3.0 Meat: 2.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except rice, shrimp, salt, and cayenne pepper, in crockpot; cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours, adding rice during last 2 hours, and shrimp during last 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and cayenne pepper.

Tasty Italian Fish Stew 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
1 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth or clam juice
1⁄2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 1⁄2 pounds tomatoes, peeled, chopped
1 cup halved small mushrooms
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
1⁄8–1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 pound grouper or other firm-fleshed fish steaks, thinly sliced
1⁄2 cup chopped parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 201 % calories from fat: 23 Protein (g): 24.1 Carbohydrate (g): 10.5 Fat (g): 5.3 Saturated fat (g): 0.9 Cholesterol (mg): 41.6 Sodium (mg): 67

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 0.0 Meat: 3.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except fish, parsley, salt, and pepper, in crockpot; cover and cook on high 4 to 5 hours, adding fish and parsley during last 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Fish Stew Marsala - Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
2 1⁄2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1⁄3 cup dry Marsala wine or chicken broth
1⁄4 cup tomato paste
1 cup each: chopped onion, red and green bell peppers
1⁄2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 pound haddock steaks, cubed (2-inch)
2 cups cooked medium pasta shells, warm
2–3 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 409 % calories from fat: 15 Protein (g): 33 Carbohydrate (g): 49 Fat (g): 7 Saturated fat (g): 1 Cholesterol (mg): 65.2 Sodium (mg): 206

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 1.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 3.0 Meat: 3.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except fish, pasta, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, in crockpot; cover and cook on high 4 to 5 hours, adding fish and pasta during last 10 to 15 minutes. Season to taste with lemon juice, salt and pepper.