Shiitake-Portobello Chowder - 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
3 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
4 shallots, thinly sliced
2 large potatoes, cubed (1⁄4-inch)
2 cups each: sliced shiitake mushroom caps, cubed portobello mushrooms
2 tablespoons Marsala wine (optional)
Salt and white pepper, to taste
1⁄4cup (1 ounce) shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese

Per Serving:
Calories: 162 % calories from fat: 26 Protein (g): 5.6 Carbohydrate (g): 24.7 Fat (g): 5 Saturated fat (g): 1.8 Cholesterol (mg): 7.8 Sodium (mg): 114

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

1. Combine all ingredients, except wine, salt, white pepper, and cheese, in crockpot; cover and cook on high to 4 to 5 hours. Stir in wine; season to taste with salt and white pepper. Sprinkle each bowl of soup with cheese.

Savory Mushroom and Barley Soup - 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
3 cups water
1 can (141⁄2ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3⁄4cup each: chopped onion, celery, carrots
1 teaspoon dried savory leaves
3⁄4teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
2 cups sliced cremini or white mushrooms
1⁄2cup quick-cooking barley
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 151 % calories from fat: 8 Protein (g): 5.6 Carbohydrate (g): 32.1 Fat (g): 1.4 Saturated fat (g): 0.1 Cholesterol (mg): 0 Sodium (mg): 53

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.5 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except barley, salt, and pepper, in crockpot; cook on high 4 to 6 hours, adding barley during last 30 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Garlic Vegetable Soup - Great 365 Crockpot Recipe

8 entrée servings
2 quarts water
1 can (15 ounces) navy or Great Northern beans, rinsed, drained
1 pound tomatoes, peeled, seeded, coarsely chopped
1 cup each: diced new potatoes, coarsely chopped carrots, cut green beans (1⁄2-inch), chopped leeks (white parts only)
1⁄2cup chopped celery
6 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons each: tomato paste, dried basil leaves
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 148 % calories from fat: 14 Protein (g): 6.4 Carbohydrate (g): 27.5 Fat (g): 2.4 Saturated fat (g): 0.4 Cholesterol (mg): 0 Sodium (mg): 222

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

1. Combine all ingredients, except salt and pepper, in 6-quart crockpot; cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Black Magic Garlic Chowder - 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 first-course servings
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained, divided
1 can (14 ounces) reduced-sodium vegetable broth, divided
1 garlic bulb, cloves peeled, thinly sliced or chopped
2 small serrano chilies, seeded, minced
1 pound plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chili Croutons (recipe)
1⁄4cup each: chopped parsley, reduced-fat sour cream

Per Serving:
Calories: 195 % calories from fat: 15 Protein (g): 9.2 Carbohydrate (g): 39.9 Fat (g): 3.9 Saturated fat (g): 0.4 Cholesterol (mg): 0 Sodium (mg): 503

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 1.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.0 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.5

1. Process 3⁄4cup beans and 3⁄4cup broth in food processor or blender until smooth. Combine puréed and whole black beans with remaining broth, garlic, chilies, and tomatoes in crockpot; cover and cook on low 6 to 8 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top each bowl of chowder with Chili Croutons, parsley, and a dollop of sour cream.

Creamed Corn Soup - Great Crockpot Recipe

31⁄2cups vegetable broth
1⁄2cup chopped onion
1 medium Idaho potato, peeled, cubed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1⁄2teaspoon ground coriander
1 can (151⁄2ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup reduced-fat milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste
Paprika, as garnish

Per Serving:
Calories: 238% calories from fat: 8 Protein (g): 7.7 Carbohydrate (g): 45.7 Fat (g): 2.3 Saturated fat (g): 0.4 Cholesterol (mg): 1 Sodium (mg): 443

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 3.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 2.0 Meat: 0.0 Fat: 0.5

Combine broth, onion, potato, garlic, and coriander in crockpot; cover and cook on high 4 hours. Process soup in food processor or blender until almost smooth; return to crockpot. Add corn and tomatoes; cover and cook on high 30 minutes. Stir in combined milk and cornstarch, stirring 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle each bowl of soup with paprika.

Cream of Artichoke and Mushroom Soup - Crockpot Recipe

2 cups vegetable broth
1 package (9 ounces) frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, finely chopped
3⁄4cup chopped portobello mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 cup light cream or whole milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Salt and white pepper, to taste
Paprika, as garnish

Per Serving:
Calories: 239% calories from fat: 46 Protein (g): 9.0 Carbohydrate (g): 23.6 Fat (g): 12.1 Saturated fat (g): 7.3 Cholesterol (mg): 43.3 Sodium (mg): 393

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

Combine all ingredients, except cream, cornstarch, salt, white pepper, and paprika, in crockpot; cover and cook on high 3 to 4 hours. Stir in combined cream and cornstarch, stirring 2 to 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and white pepper. Sprinkle each bowl of soup with paprika.

Spice Pudding Cake - Best Crockpot Recipe

12 servings
Vegetable cooking spray
1 package (18.25 ounces) spice cake mix
1 package (1 ounce) instant butterscotch pudding
1 cup each: reduced-fat sour cream, water
3/4cup canola oil
1 egg
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained

Per Serving:
Calories: 353% calories from fat: 49 Protein (gm): 2.9 Carbohydrate (gm): 41.6 Fat (gm): 19.2 Saturated fat (gm): 3.6 Cholesterol (mg): 24.3 Sodium (mg): 337

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

1. Spray bottom and side of crockpot with vegetable spray. Combine remaining ingredients in
bowl; beat at medium speed until combined, about 2 minutes.
2. Pour into crockpot; cover and cook on low 5 to 6 hours. The cake
will rise almost to the top of the crockpot; it will bubble slowly and is done when bubbling stops and the cake begins to pull away from the side of the crockpot. Spoon warm cake onto plates.

Lemony Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Glaze - Best Crockpot Recipe

12 servings
12 tablespoons margarine or butter, room temperature
3/4cup packed light brown sugar
3 eggs
2 cups shredded carrots
1/3cup each: raisins, coarsely chopped walnuts
Grated zest of 1 lemon
11/2 cups self-rising flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Glaze (recipe)

Per Serving:
Calories: 337 % calories from fat: 43 Protein (g): 4.5 Carbohydrate (g): 44.3 Fat (g): 16.6 Saturated fat (g): 3.5 Cholesterol (mg): 55.1 Sodium (mg): 491

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

1. Beat margarine and brown sugar in large bowl until fluffy; beat in eggs
one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in carrots, raisins, walnuts, and lemon zest. Fold in combined flour, baking powder and salt.
2. Pour batter into greased and floured 7-cup springform pan; place on rack in crockpot. Cover and cook on high until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean, about 31/2 hours. Cool pan on wire rack 10 minutes; remove side of pan and cool. Drizzle cake with Cream Cheese
Glaze.

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 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.

Tuscan Fish Soup - Another Great 365 Crockpot Soup

6 entrée servings
1 quart chicken broth
1⁄2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
3 pounds tomatoes, peeled, seeded, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon each: dried oregano, sage, and rosemary leaves
1/8–1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 1⁄4 pounds assorted skinless fish fillets or steaks (sole, salmon, red snapper, tuna, or halibut), cubed
6 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 slices Italian bread, toasted
2 cloves garlic, halved

Per Serving:
Calories: 337 % calories from fat: 19 Protein (g): 28.6 Carbohydrate (g): 33.7 Fat (g): 7.1 Saturated fat (g): 1.1 Cholesterol (mg): 82.2 Sodium (mg): 337

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.5 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.5 Meat: 3.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except seafood, salt, pepper, bread, and halved garlic cloves, in crockpot; cover and cook on high 4 to 5 hours, adding seafood during last 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Rub bread with garlic cloves; place in soup bowls and ladle soup over.

Habanero Chili - Another Great 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
4 ounces turkey sausage, casing removed
1 can (141⁄2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups refried beans
1 each: chopped large onion, medium green bell pepper
1⁄4–1⁄2 habanero chili, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt, to taste
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Per Serving:
Calories: 293 % calories from fat: 18 Protein (g): 17.1 Carbohydrate (g): 43.8 Fat (g): 5.9 Saturated fat (g): 1 Cholesterol (mg): 25.6 Sodium (mg): 767

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 3.0 Meat: 1.0 Fat: 0.5

1. Cook sausage in lightly greased small skillet until browned, about 5 minutes, crumbling with a fork. Combine sausage and remaining ingredients, except salt and sour cream, in crockpot; cover and cook on low 4 to 5 hours. Season to taste with salt. Serve with sour cream.

Tenderloin Chili - Another Great 365 Crockpot Recipe

4 entrée servings
1 pound pork tenderloin, cubed (1/2-inch)
1 can (15 ounces) each: reduced-sodium fat-free beef broth, rinsed drained pinto beans
1 pound plum tomatoes, sliced
2 jalapeño chilies, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon each: toasted cumin seeds, Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste

Per Serving:
Calories: 274 % calories from fat: 19 Protein (g): 32.7 Carbohydrate (g): 23.4 Fat (g): 5.8 Saturated fat (g): 1.7 Cholesterol (mg): 67.1 Sodium (mg): 475

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 2.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 1.0 Meat: 3.0 Fat: 0.0

1. Combine all ingredients, except salt and pepper, in crockpot; cover and cook on high 4 to 6 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Tortilla Soup - Another Delicious 365 Crockpot Recipe

6 first-course servings
2 cans (141⁄2 ounces each) reduced-sodium fatfree chicken broth
1 can (141⁄2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) spicy chili beans, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
3⁄4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1⁄8–1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1⁄4 cup chopped cilantro
Salt, to taste
6 corn tortillas (6-inch), cut into 1⁄2-inch strips
Vegetable cooking spray
1⁄2 small avocado, peeled, cubed

Per Serving:
Calories: 181 % calories from fat: 18 Protein (g): 10 Carbohydrate (g): 30.2 Fat (g): 4.1 Saturated fat (g): 0.6 Cholesterol (mg): 0 Sodium (mg): 530

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

1. Combine all ingredients, except cilantro, salt, tortillas, cooking spray, and avocado, in 6-quart crockpot; cover and cook on high 3 to 4 hours. Stir in cilantro and season to taste with salt.
2. Place tortilla strips on baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray and toss; bake at 375 degrees until crisp, about 5 minutes. Place tortilla strips and avocado in each soup bowl; ladle soup over.

Cheese Fondue - Another Great 365 Crockpot Recipe

12 servings (about 1/4 cup each)
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese 1 tablespoon flour
8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature % cup dry white wine or apple juice 1 clove garlic, minced Cayenne pepper, to taste
Dippers: cubed French bread, assorted vegetables

Per Serving:
Calories: 83
% of calories from fat: 44 Fat (gm): 3.6 Saturated fat (gm): 2.4 Cholesterol (mg): 15.2 Sodium (mg): 136 Protein (gm): 7 Carbohydrate (gm): 2.8

Exchanges:
Milk: 0.0 Vegetable: 0.0 Fruit: 0.0 Bread: 0.0 Meat: 1.0 Fat: 0.5

1. Toss Swiss cheese with flour. Combine cheeses, wine, and garlic in 11/2-quart crockpot; cover and cook until cheeses are melted and fondue is hot, 1 to 11/2 hours. Season to taste with cayenne pepper; serve with dippers (not included in nutritional data). If fondue becomes too thick, stir in additional wine or milk.