Texas Pecan Rice
For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character....
Chorizo Burrito Bowls
I'm always on the hunt for fast and filling meals. Chicken sausage makes an awesome one-dish dinner by itself or...
Tamale Veggie Pie
This warm and comforting “pie” has a thick and zippy filling and a moist, tender cornbread topping. It's an overall...
Spanish Rice Empanadas
The shells for this main course call for refrigerated pie crust, which must be folded into pockets. Inside, you’ll find...
Southwestern Baked Beans
Three kinds of beans and a host of seasonings make this version of baked beans a winner. Southwest flavors dominate...
Frijoles y Chorizo
—Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mini Chimichangas
Wish your guests "Feliz Navidad" with this south-of-the-border specialty! Hearty enough to serve as a meal, these flavorful and filling...
Firecracker Casserole
My husband and I love this southwestern-style firecracker casserole. The flavor reminds us of enchiladas, but the recipe doesn't require...
Enchilada Chicken Soup
Canned soups, enchilada sauce and a few other convenience items make this chicken enchilada soup recipe one of my fast...
Jicama Slaw
This jicama slaw is a nice change of pace from traditional cabbage coleslaw. The jicama adds a sweet, nutty flavor...
Chili-Cheese Rice Frittata
You don't need to fuss with a crust when you fix this hearty breakfast bake that makes the most of...
Tex-Mex Sloppy Joes
Sloppy joes are a favorite of adults and kids. I deviated from the traditional recipe by adding a little Southwestern...
Spanish Sausage Supper
The wife of a pastor shared her recipe for this colorful all-in-one skillet meal that she frequently brings to church...
Catalina Taco Salad
This quick and easy taco salad is popular with the teen campers at the youth camp my husband directs. Our...
Sassy Chicken & Peppers
This quick and healthy chicken and peppers recipe tastes like a naked taco and is bursting with fresh flavors. And...
Pizza Quesadillas
When my husband and I needed a quick meal, I fixed this recipe using leftover ingredients. Unlike traditional Mexican quesadillas,...
Mexican Bubble Pizza
This tasty pizza offers a new way to experience Mexican cuisine. Serve it at your next party and watch it...
Cornbread Taco Bake
Cornbread and beef bake together in one casserole dish, making this entree convenient. This Mexican cornbread casserole is packed with...
Freezer Burritos
I love burritos, but the frozen ones are high in salt and chemicals. So I created these. They're wonderful to...
Simple Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
This chicken enchilada recipe is one of the first dishes I created and cooked for my husband right after we...
Refried Bean-Taco Pizza
I like to make pizza, and this one is my favorite. I use a ready-to-use pizza crust when time is...
Beefy Taco Dip
This taco dip is actually a combination of several different recipes I received from friends. I just experimented until I...
Spanish Rice
You'll find my easy Spanish rice is better than any boxed mix in grocery stores. Best of all, it can...
Texas Black Bean Soup
This hearty meatless stew made with convenient canned items is perfect for spicing up a family gathering on a cool...
White Bean Turkey Chili
Looking for a hearty but healthy chili for your crew? Well, look no further, Dorothy Muenzer serves this robust meal...
Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas
When my kids were small, I'd stuff leftover chicken into these oven-baked quesadillas. I often grab rotisserie chicken instead. —Pam...
Hot Cheese Dip
When a colleague brought this cheesy dip to school for a teachers potluck, I immediately gave it an A+. I...
Fried Jalapenos
Here's an appetizer that will heat up any gathering. Family and friends often request that I make these jalapenos. —DeLea...
Minty Mango Salsa
I originally made this colorful mango salsa to garnish a smoked turkey my husband made. We have since tried it...