Chili-Rubbed Steak with Black Bean Salad
Busy weeknights don't stop my husband from firing up the grill. This meal-in-one comes together fast. Try it with chimichurri...
Beef & Pepper Skillet
I love Mexican-inspired food. I also enjoy experimenting with recipes like this one and making them healthier—and downright good! —Jenny...
Tex-Mex Pasta
After a recent surgery, I wasn’t able to stock up on groceries. One night, I looked in my pantry and...
Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole
This is a rich and surprisingly tasty rendition of a number of Tex-Mex dishes fused into one packed, beautiful casserole....
Mom’s Spanish Rice
My mom is famous for her Spanish rice recipe, the ultimate comfort food. When I want a taste of home,...
Bacon & Mushroom Omelets
I had grown tired of the same breakfast meals, so I wanted to make something more interesting. These fresh and...
Slow-Cooker Chicken Taco Salad
We use this super-duper chicken across several meals, including it in tacos, sandwiches, omelets and enchiladas. My little guys love...
Easy Ground Beef Taco Salad
Every time I have to bring a dish to a party, friends ask for my taco salad. Even players on...
Yankee Rancheros
After my in-laws began affectionately referring to me as a Yankee, I decided I had to learn to make some...
Spicy Tilapia Rice Bowl
I love healthy living and tilapia is a staple in my kitchen. Fresh vegetables are always good but take more...
Southwest Shredded Pork Salad
This knockout shredded pork makes a healthy, delicious and hearty salad with black beans, corn, cotija cheese and plenty of...
Chorizo & Grits Breakfast Bowls
While growing up, I bonded with my dad over chorizo and eggs. My fresh approach combines them with grits and...
Fajita in a Bowl
Pull out the skewers and take a stab at grilling peppers, onions and corn for an awesome steak salad that’s...
Chili con Queso
Years ago, my husband invented this gooey cheese dip. I may be biased, but I have to say it's excellent....
Omelet Tortilla Wrap
“Here’s a hearty, better-for-you breakfast that can be eaten right
out of hand. Kids just love it.”
Ingrid...
Turkey Enchiladas Verdes
Planning a fiesta night? These authentic-tasting enchiladas in spicy green sauce will please the whole family and you’ll be thankful...
Black Bean Chicken with Rice
This spicy family favorite calls for just a few basic ingredients, including chicken, black beans and rice, so it’s quick...
Mexican-Style Chicken Manicotti
Combining an Italian pasta and Mexican ingredients creates an exceptional dish. This recipe is well liked even in Cajun country....
Club Roll-Ups
Packed with meat, cheese and olives, these roll-ups are always a hit at parties.
Spicy Shredded Chicken
I love Mexican food, but not the high calorie count that often comes with it. This easy dish is healthy,...
Taco Joe Dip
My daughter was the first in our family to try this recipe. She thought it was delicious so she passed...
Chicken Chiles Rellenos Strata
This versatile bake can be made as an entree, a brunch option or a potluck dish. It's one of the...
Queso Baked Nachos
I modified a nachos recipe I found, and my family loves it! It is now a regular at all of...
Mexican Manicotti
Serve this hearty entree with Spanish rice, homemade salsa and tortilla chips. I've also made it without ground beef, and...
Taco Stuffed Pasta Shells
Here's a kid-friendly dish so flavorful and fun, nobody is likely to guess that it's also lower in fat. It's...
Southwest Beef Stew
Add your family's favorite picante sauce to ground beef, black beans and corn, then watch how quickly they empty their...
Microwave Classic Chili
For several years I taught a microwave cooking class sponsored by a local department store. Class participants raced about this...
Tex-Mex Chicken Salad
Nancy tops packaged greens with the warm chicken and onion combo, then tosses in tomato, red pepper and shredded cheese...
Sassy Salsa Meat Loaves
Here's a twist on classic meat loaf. You can make these loaves ahead, and they’ll last for a few days....