It's time to add these recipes with flour tortillas to your collection! With ideas for fajitas, tacos, breakfast bakes and even desserts, you'll never run out of ways to use up those last few tortillas in the pack.
70 Ways to Use Up a Package of Flour Tortillas
Tortillas are one of the most versatile pantry staples. Use them to make delicious appetizers, mains and even desserts! You’ll find the recipe details for the dishes in this video in the following 5 slides. Want to make your own tortillas? Learn how, here.
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Freezer Burritos
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love burritos, but the frozen ones are high in salt and chemicals. So I created these. They're wonderful to have on hand for quick dinners or late-night snacks—I've even had them for breakfast! —Laura Winemiller, Delta, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 345 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 677mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Fiesta Pinwheels
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I serve this make-ahead, easy pinwheel recipe, they disappear fast. When a friend at the office shared them with me, I knew in one bite I'd be taking her Mexican pinwheels home for the holidays. —Diane Martin, Brown Deer, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 59 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Chicken Quesadillas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Leftover chicken gets Mexican flair from cumin in this fun main dish. The chicken quesadilla recipe has an impressive look and taste yet requires little preparation. —Linda Wetzel, Woodland Park, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 477 calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 901mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
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Simple Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 casseroles (5 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken enchilada recipe is one of the first dishes I created and cooked for my husband right after we got married. He was so impressed! We fix these creamy enchiladas for friends regularly. —Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 828 calories, 40g fat (17g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1738mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 42g protein.
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Firecracker Casserole
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love this southwestern-style firecracker casserole. The flavor reminds us of enchiladas, but the recipe doesn't require the extra time to roll them up. —Teressa Eastman, El Dorado, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 363 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein.
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Chicken Chimichangas
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I developed this quick and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they're much healthier than deep-fried. —Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 chimichanga: 269 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Enchilada Casser-Ole!
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband loves this casserole, so it never lasts too long in our house. Packed with black beans, cheese, tomatoes and southwestern flavor, it's an impressive-looking entree that's as simple as it is delicious. —Marsha Wills, Homosassa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 357 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 864mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Taco Lasagna
Total Time
45 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like foods with southwestern flair, this just might become a new favorite. Loaded with cheese, meat and beans, the layered casserole comes together in a snap. There are never any leftovers when I take this dish to potlucks. —Terri Keena, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 454 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1138mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein.
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Fresh Strawberry Breakfast Tacos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When our son was growing up, this was one of his favorite breakfasts. I've used low-fat ingredients in the past with good results, too.—Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 taco: 225 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 280mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Chicken Tacos
Total Time
5 hours 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our fun, simple recipe is perfect for taco Tuesdays or a relaxing dinner with friends. If we have any leftover filling, I toss it into a garden-fresh taco salad. —Tracy Gunter, Boise, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 291 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
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Mexican Rice with Poached Eggs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Mexican rice recipe topped with soft fried eggs works for breakfast or dinner. I like to serve the dish with hot tortillas and a side of refried beans for a complete meal. —Jean Lewis, Brooklyn, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 482 calories, 28g fat (10g saturated fat), 246mg cholesterol, 998mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
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Po'Boy Tacos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I intended to make tostadas, but I misread a couple of ingredients and had to use what I had on hand. I put my own twist on a po'boy recipe and ended up with something even better. —Cynthia Nelson, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 551 calories, 29g fat (5g saturated fat), 139mg cholesterol, 977mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein.
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Turkey Quesadillas with Cranberry Salsa
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A sweet-tart cranberry salsa is the ideal accompaniment to leftover turkey in this breezy quesadilla. With a hint of lemon and pear, the salsa is also good with chicken or pork. —Jodi Kristensen, Macomb, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 quesadilla with 1/3 cup salsa: 321 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat, 1/2 fruit.
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Refried Bean Tostadas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 tostadas
From the Recipe Creator:
For a change of pace, you can substitute purchased tostada shells for tortillas or add more lettuce and use taco salad shells. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 tostada: 588 calories, 31g fat (10g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1250mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 12g fiber), 19g protein.
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Cheeseburger Quesadilla
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created these fun cheeseburger-quesadilla mashups in honor of my family's two favorite foods. They are so yummy and easy to make! —Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 quesadilla with about 1/4 cup sauce: 1002 calories, 60g fat (17g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 2115mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g fiber), 39g protein.
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Apple Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 cups salsa
From the Recipe Creator:
Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus, it's sweet enough to be a dessert. It's easy to transport besides. —Carolyn Brinkmeyer, Golden, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
4 chips with 1/4 cup salsa: 121 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Lehmejun (Armenian Pizza)
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pizza-style recipe came from my friend Ruby's mom, who is a crazy-good cook. I added my own flair and tweaked it by using flour tortillas instead of making a dough. —Tamar Yacoubian, Ketchum, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 filled tortilla: 371 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
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Black Bean ‘n’ Corn Quesadillas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Black beans partner up with spinach and corn in these easy and satisfying quesadillas. —Susan Franklin, Littleton, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
4 wedges: 358 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 900mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 15g protein.
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French Dip Tacos
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this idea when we had a dab of leftover French dip. So much fun and a nice twist to leftovers. These are also good with a little hot sauce on the side! —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini taco: 221 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 710mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
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Coffee Cream Tortilla Cups
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a special dessert for two. Crispy tortilla bowls hold creamy coffee-flavored pudding topped with a mix of colorful fresh berries. —Amber Zurbrugg, Alliance, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 548 calories, 21g fat (14g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 638mg sodium, 79g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
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Burritos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My cousin is of Mexican heritage, and I’ve watched her make this crunchy beef burrito recipe for years. The very first time I made them for my own family, they instantly became a favorite meal. They’re even better warmed up the next day in the microwave. —Debi Lane, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 519 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 1539mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 8g fiber), 27g protein.
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Hot Crab Pinwheels
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I got the recipe for these crabmeat bites from a friend. What amazed me most is that my husband, who hates seafood, couldn't stop eating them. —Kitti Boesel, Woodbridge, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 pinwheel: 44 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Grilled Chicken, Mango & Blue Cheese Tortillas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a fantastic outdoor appetizer to kick-start your summer get-togethers. We double or triple the ingredients when we host parties. —Josee Lanzi, New Port Richey, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 85 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 165mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Club Roll-Ups
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Packed with meat, cheese and olives, these roll-ups are always a hit at parties. —Linda Searl, Pampa, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll-up: 554 calories, 29g fat (12g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 1802mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 7g fiber), 27g protein.
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Mama Mia Meatball Taquitos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love lasagna, but it takes too long on weeknights. My solution: meatball taquitos. My kids get the flavors they want, and I get a meal on the table in a hurry. —Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 taquitos: 617 calories, 28g fat (11g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
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Jamaican Jerk Turkey Wraps
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 wraps
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe after tasting the spicy wraps at a neighborhood party. The grilled turkey tenderloin and light jalapeno dressing make them tops with my gang. —Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 343 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 654mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Black Bean Tortilla Pie
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found this entree a while ago and decreased the cheese and increased the herbs called for in the recipe. It’s one of my toddler’s favorite meals. She always smiles when she sees it on the table. —Wendy Kelly, Petersburg, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 353 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 17g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 very lean meat, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Fried Cinnamon Strips
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These sweet chips are a must for your next party. You can use holiday cookie cutters to shape the tortillas into fun shapes. Kids just love them. —Nancy Johnson, Laverne, Oklahoma. Check out our collection of easy tortilla snacks.
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 44 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Martha's Fish Tacos
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We can’t get enough barbecued fish at our house. This recipe can be made in advance and served cold, or eaten hot off the grill. It’s fantastic either way! —Martha Benoit, Proctorsville, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 446 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 650mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 19g protein.
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Eggs & Chorizo Wraps
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband grew up in Southern California and loves chorizo. We use the spicy sausage in these chorizo and egg wraps that our children call Daddy's Eggs.—April Nissen, Yankton, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 519 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 1121mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
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Chorizo and Eggs Ranchero
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a festive Mexican breakfast, we do chorizo and huevos rancheros. Add refried beans and cheddar, and serve everything in bowls made of tortillas. —Paul Williams, Fort Mohave, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 tortilla bowl: 675 calories, 37g fat (13g saturated fat), 436mg cholesterol, 1728mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 37g protein.
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BLT Wraps
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom and I used to make these easy wrap-ups for summer days at the lake with our entire family. These days, we love to bring them to picnics and days in the park. —Jonnah Burks, Brighton, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 409 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
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Taco Lasagna
Total Time
45 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like foods with southwestern flair, this just might become a new favorite. Loaded with cheese, meat and beans, the layered casserole comes together in a snap. There are never any leftovers when I take this dish to potlucks. —Terri Keena, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 454 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1138mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein.
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Egg Burritos
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 burritos
From the Recipe Creator:
Zap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 376 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 251mg cholesterol, 726mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Tamale Pie
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The amount of spice in this recipe is just right for my family—we prefer things on the mild side. Make it once with these measurements, then spice it up a little more if you like! —Ruth Aden, Polson, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 428 calories, 24g fat (13g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 829mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Pinwheels
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me this recipe, and whenever I serve these tortilla roll ups, people ask me for the recipe, too! The cream cheese pinwheels can be made ahead of time and sliced just before serving, leaving you time for other last-minute party preparations. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 pinwheel: 63 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Slow-Cooked Carnitas
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Simmer up succulent pork the slow-cooker way. Sometimes, instead of using tortillas, I put the seasoned meat on top of shredded lettuce for a tasty salad. —Lisa Glogow, Aliso Viejo, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 carnita (calculated without optional toppings): 363 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 615mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
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Garlic Beef Enchiladas
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Beef enchiladas are typically prepared with corn tortillas, but my husband, Jeff, and I prefer flour tortillas. I use them in this saucy casserole that has irresistible home-cooked flavor and a subtle kick. —Jennifer Standridge, Dallas, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 766 calories, 42g fat (24g saturated fat), 129mg cholesterol, 2643mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 37g protein.
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Chocolate Dessert Wraps
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this chocolate and peanut butter treat when I needed a unique, fast dessert for a special dinner. The filled tortillas take just minutes on the grill and get a chewy consistency from marshmallows.
-Laurie Gwaltney, Indianapolis, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap (calculated without ice cream): 479 calories, 26g fat (8g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
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Acapulco Delight
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish always delights my family and friends at potlucks and gatherings.—Margene Skaggs, Guinda, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 468 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 1064mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
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Beef ‘n’ Cheese Wraps
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These make-ahead wraps are delicious, portable and ideal for picnics and tailgates. Enjoy them whole or slice them into 1-inch pieces to serve them as an appetizer. They also make an excellent lunch on the go. —Sue Sibson, Howard, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 whole wrap: 657 calories, 35g fat (20g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 1431mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 38g protein.
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Tacoritos
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This mild and meaty southwestern dish combines the delicious flavor of tacos with the heartiness of burritos. Your family is going to love 'em! —Monica Flatford, Knoxville, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 tacorito: 627 calories, 40g fat (19g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1131mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.
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Pork Chile Verde
Total Time
6 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pork slowly stews with jalapenos, onion, green enchilada sauce and spices in this flavor-packed Mexican dish. It's wonderful on its own or stuffed in a warm tortilla with sour cream, grated cheese or olives on the side. —Kimberly Burke, Chico, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 345 calories, 18g fat (4g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 545mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein.
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Moo Shu Sloppy Joes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Asian-style sloppy joes made with hoisin sauce, barbecue sauce and coleslaw mix are a nice change from the ordinary! —Mike Tchou, Pepper Pike, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
2 wraps: 454 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1387mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g 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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Baked Chicken Fajitas
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I can't remember when or where I found this oven-baked fajitas recipe, but I've used it nearly every week since. We like it with hot sauce for added spice. —Amy Trinkle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 fajitas: 375 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein.
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Hoisin Pork Wraps
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This flavorful pork with its tasty slaw is fun to serve at a buffet because it lets guests make their own wraps. Even my grandchildren like it. —Linda Woo, Derby, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 314 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 564mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 2 lean meat.
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Peanut Butter Granola Pinwheels
Total Time
10 min
Servings
16 pinwheels
From the Recipe Creator:
I came across this easy and tasty snack while searching online for healthy munchies for kids. Great for after school, it's really quick to make and filling enough to hold the kids until dinner. To satisfy heftier appetites or to serve as a power lunch, cut each tortilla into fewer pieces or provide one per child. The recipe is easy to increase as needed. —Mary Haluch, Ludlow, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 60 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Fajita Burger Wraps
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This combo gives you a tender burger, crisp veggies and a crunchy shell, plus fajita flavor. Kids love it. —Antonio Smith, Canal Winchester, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 533 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 1190mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 34g protein.
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Baked Chimichangas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My baked chimichanga recipe is healthier than a deep-fried version, but it's just as delicious. You can omit the chiles for less heat. —Angela Oelschlaeger, Tonganoxie, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 chimichanga: 427 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 1306mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.
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Veggie Fajitas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 fajitas
From the Recipe Creator:
For a scrumptious and super healthy party dish, these colorful, hearty veggie fajitas packed with crisp-tender vegetables are perfect. —Sarah Mercer, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 fajita: 375 calories, 21g fat (10g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.
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Lasagna Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While growing up, I always wanted this meal on my birthday. Mother made the sauce from scratch, but now I use store-bought spaghetti sauce to save time. Replace the ground beef with Italian sausage if you want more spice. —Deb Morrison, Skiatook, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 667 calories, 30g fat (14g saturated fat), 157mg cholesterol, 1209mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 44g protein.
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Brisket ‘n’ Bean Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy recipe is stuffed with not one, but two kinds of meat: smoky bacon and tender beef brisket. —Ruth Weatherford, Huntington Beach, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 483 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 963mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 33g protein.
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Mexican Turkey Roll-Ups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the perfect recipe when you're hungry for a dish with Mexican flavor and want to use turkey. These roll-ups are fun and so tasty, even kids like them. It's a different use for leftover turkey. —Marlene Muckenhirn, Delano, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
2 each: 639 calories, 35g fat (18g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 1501mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein.
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Lemon Blackberry Tortilla French Toast
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This twist on crepes is tart-sweet with a creamy lemon filling and juicy blackberries. Think of this as a cross between thin French toast, light crepes and crispy quesadillas. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 filled tortilla: 445 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 403mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
57/70
Breakfast Wraps
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We like quick and simple morning meals during the week, and these wraps are great when prepared ahead of time. With just a minute in the microwave, breakfast is ready. —Betty Kleberger, Florissant, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 436 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein.
58/70
Portobello Fajitas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I serve portobello fajitas family-style so guests can build their own. Just pass the tortillas and garnishes like salsa, cheese, guacamole and sour cream. —Carolyn Butterfield, Lake Stevens, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 fajita (calculated without optional toppings): 282 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 664mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.
59/70
Enchilada Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every time I serve this dish, I get satisfied reviews—even from my father, who usually doesn't like Mexican food. Plus, it smells delicious while baking. —Nancy VanderVeer, Knoxville, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 535 calories, 29g fat (14g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 1119mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.
60/70
Mozzarella Beef Roll-Ups
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The kids will love these pepperoni and beef wraps. They’re easy to assemble because each tortilla is simply wrapped around a portion of hearty meat filling with a piece of string cheese. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll-up: 513 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1064mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein.
61/70
Fabulous Fajitas
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've enjoyed cooking since I was a girl growing up in the Southwest. When friends call to ask me for new recipes to try, I suggest these flavorful fajitas. It's wonderful to put the beef in the slow cooker before church and come home to a hot delicious main dish. —Janie Reitz, Rochester, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 fajita: 220 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 337mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
62/70
Lentil Burritos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 burritos
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm constantly trying to incorporate healthy but tasty meals into our menu. Kids and adults alike love these mildly spiced burritos that combine filling lentils with crisp zucchini. —Pam Masters, Wickenburg, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 313 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 452mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
63/70
Veggie Ranch Tortilla Pinwheels
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These terrific bite-size appetizers are always a hit wherever I take them. They're easy to make ahead of time, and are a great addition to other party fare! —Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 58 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
64/70
Sweet Potato Enchilada Stack
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These sweet potato stacks have a spicy kick the whole family will love. Mexican flavors abound in this awesome enchilada stack jam-packed with black beans and sweet potato. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 457 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 804mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 29g protein.
65/70
Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sometimes I'll substitute Bibb lettuce leaves for the tortillas to make crunchy lettuce wraps instead of tacos. —Kathleen Wolf Naperville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 taco: 310 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 596mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch.
66/70
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 wraps
From the Recipe Creator:
This classic handheld with tender chicken, Parmesan cheese and chopped Caesar croutons features the perfect amount of dressing for a tasty meal any night. Nancy Pratt - Longview, TX
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 337 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 730mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
67/70
Air-Fryer Mushroom Roll-Ups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This party appetizer was inspired by a dish I saw on an episode of Top Chef. I simplified the snacks a little and tweaked the flavors a bit. These mushroom roll-ups can be made ahead and reheated in a 250° oven for 10 minutes. —Lillian Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll-up: 291 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
68/70
Barbecue Chicken Quesadilla
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When my kids were small, I'd stuff leftover chicken into these oven-baked quesadillas. I often grab rotisserie chicken instead. —Pam Martin, Canandaigua, New York
Nutrition Facts:
4 wedges: 446 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 815mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein.
69/70
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter has the best sour cream and cream cheese chicken enchiladas recipe I've ever tried. She brought 10 pans of it to my wedding reception and they were the biggest hit of all the food. So many guests wanted the recipe, we sent it out with our Christmas cards. —Pat Coffee, Kingston, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 enchiladas: 651 calories, 38g fat (18g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 1392mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 37g protein.
70/70
Southwest Sausage Bake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This layered tortilla dish is not only delicious, but it's a real timesaver because it's put together the night before. The tomato slices provide a nice touch of color. I like to serve this crowd-pleasing casserole with muffins and fresh fruit. —Barbara Waddel, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 329 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.