Taco Dip
“This dip recipe is one of my favorites," says Aleta Amick of Madison, Wisconsin. "It’s so easy to make and...
Zippy Party Roll-Ups
A guaranteed crowd pleaser, these zesty appetizers are an amazing way to pep up a party! The recipe won a...
Mexican Pork Tenderloins
We spoon the black bean salsa that accompanies this dish over grilled tenderloin slices. You can save on last-minute prep...
Santa Fe Skillet
As a mother who works full-time, I’m always looking for quick, easy meals to prepare. This is a timeless recipe....
Meatless Chili Mac
I came across this recipe in a newspaper years ago and it’s been a hit at our house ever since....
Cuban Pork Roast
A citrus and spice marinade seasons this moist, tender roast. "The pork is flavorful but mild, so everyone likes it,"...
Cantina Pinto Beans
Cumin, cilantro and red pepper flakes lend southwestern flair to tender pinto beans in this dish, which was inspired by...
Makeover Creamy Halibut Enchiladas
If your head is swimming with the idea of setting this savory main dish in front of your hungry bunch,...
Texas Caviar
My neighbor gave me a container of this zippy, tangy salsa one Christmas and I had to have the recipe....
Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas
We enjoy the flavors of Mexican food, so I was glad when I spotted the recipe for this spicy slow...
Tortilla Pie
My husband and I enjoy this southwestern take on lasagna because it’s not as dense or heavy as traditional layered...
Southwest Sausage Bake
This layered tortilla dish is not only delicious, but it's a real timesaver because it's put together the night before....
Corny Chili
This is so delicious and simple that I had to share it. I'm sure busy moms will be just as...
Simple Guacamole
Because avocados can brown quickly, it’s best to make this guacamole just before serving. If you have to make it...
Jalapeno Hush Puppies
Whenever we have a neighborhood fish fry, these hush puppies are part of the menu. They're crisp and golden with...
Cheesy Crab Enchiladas
While I was in college, my roommates and I loved the taste of ranch dressing - it was our condiment...
Vegetarian Black Bean Soup
"This chunky soup is chock-full of hearty ingredients like potatoes and black beans," notes Heather Baldry of Knoxville, Tennessee. "The...
Mexican Stew
I heat up cold nights by serving this thick and zesty stew with corn bread. I also like to spoon...
Southwest Beef Stew
Add your family's favorite picante sauce to ground beef, black beans and corn, then watch how quickly they empty their...
Cheese-Stuffed Jalapenos
"Folks gobble up these taste-tempting stuffed peppers," relates Gay Nell Nicholas of Henderson, Texas. "They have a crisp golden coating,...
Seafood Nachos
"I love seafood and sometimes order the seafood nacho appetizer at our local Mexican restaurant as my entree," says Linda...
Chili-Spiced Chicken Breasts
Spicing up dinnertime at her house in Lockney, Texas is a snap for Stacy Nutt when she bakes this zippy...
Ground Beef ‘n’ Rice Pie
Rhonda Van Gelderen of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin presses seasoned ground beef into a pie plate to form the crust of...
Cucumber Salsa
Zippy jalapeno, tart lime juice and garden-fresh cucumbers take center stage in this chunky salsa from Sandy Lee of Choctaw,...
Taco Pinwheels
These pinwheels come together quickly when you start with leftover taco meat. They make an appealing party appetizer served with...
Taco Pizza Squares
Everyone will come running the minute you take this fun twist on pizza out of the oven. I top convenient...
Taco Meat Seasoning
In Forest City, Iowa, Margaret Peterson shares this tongue-tingling combination of savory ground beef and zippy seasonings. Turn a big...
Zucchini Beef Bake
Zucchini is a favorite vegetable for cooks because it can be used in countless ways. Here it teams up with...
Mexican Bean Barley Soup
Wonderfully warming, this soup is always on the menu for the retreats we host on our woodland farm. Everyone enjoys...