Southwestern Chicken Packets
For flavor as big as Texas, this recipe partners juicy chicken with black beans, corn and salsa. It tastes savory...
Tropical Squash and Black Bean Burritos
The pineapple salsa in these hearty burritos gives you a taste of the tropics on a chilly day. Stuffed with...
Black Bean Chip & Dip Burgers
I finally invented a healthy quinoa burger that wasn't dry and crumbly or really boring. These fit the bill—even my...
Southwest Tortilla Scramble
Here’s my version of a deconstructed breakfast burrito that’s actually good for you. Go for hefty corn tortillas in this...
Chicken Chili Chowder
One chilly April afternoon, I craved a hearty soup but had less than an hour to prepare a meal. I...
Guilt-Free Chicken Chili
This chili is a keeper. Make it on Sunday and you get lunch for the rest of the week, too....
Mexican Ice Cream Sundaes
This dessert makes an impressive presentation. The flour tortillas take on a subtle flavor sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar, and they make...
Moist Jalapeno Cornbread
After many years of experimenting, I developed this recipe for cornbread. It has become a favorite with my family and...
Venison Chili con Carne
Kim Vaughn of Hampton, Virginia shares this thick, spicy chili that’s served over rice. “The venison is tender, and the...
Makeover Chicken Enchiladas
Mexican food is often loaded with fat and calories. We were able to take this recipe and make it over...
Hearty Chicken Casserole
Bring the flavors of the Southwest to the table with this delectable high-fiber dish from Jenny Ebert of Eau Claire,...
Texas Ranch-Style Stew
Ground beef, beans and pasta thickens this hearty stew that's perfect for brisk autumn days. The zippy sauce, made with...
Vegetarian Spanish Rice
This rice recipe has been in our family for years. It's handy when you're in a hurry for a side...
Nacho Snack Mix
This colorful mixture of bite-sized snack foods, cereal and crackers gets its south-of-the-border accent from taco seasoning. “The recipe makes...
Black Bean Soup with Fruit Salsa
Flavorful and filling, Michaela Rosenthal's hearty soup is laced with a hint of lime and has a zesty Southwest flair....
Hominy Sausage Soup
“I developed this subtle soup as a starter for a Southwest-style lunch. I serve it with cheese nachos and follow...
Spanish Squash Medley
This fresh-tasting side dish of summer squash and zucchini goes well with chicken, pork or steak. But it's so colorful...
Jicama Romaine Salad
Stephanie Homme and her family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana are real fans of jicama. “It’s a Mexican root vegetable that’s...
Taco Ramekins
“I love to cook and eat all types of food,” writes Barbara Willmitch from Younstown, Ohio. “But this tasty dish...
Nacho Chicken Casserole
"My fiance never tires of this cheesy Southwestern dish," notes Caroline Nielsen from Wausau, Wisconsin.
Deluxe Nachos
Packed with fresh-veggie goodness and topped with sour cream, Jennifer Parham’s thrifty, delicious nachos delight family and friends in Browns...
Witch’s Caviar
I like to serve this dip with triangle-shaped tortilla chips because they look like pointy witch hats. —Darlene Brenden, Salem,...
Spicy Corn on the Cob
“Being from Louisiana, we like everything hot…even our vegetables,” writes Glenda Ardoin from Hessmer. “This is one of our summer...
Quick Watermelon Salsa
On hot days, this sweet combo of watermelon, pineapple and fresh cilantro has everything you want. The flavors blend beautifully,...
Easy Cheese-Stuffed Jalapenos
A few years ago, I saw a man in the grocery store buying a big bag of jalapeno peppers. I...
Sopaipilla Stars
These deep-fried breads were a hit when I made them for our daughter's birthday party. They're a fun way to...
Cheesy Green Chili Rice
This creamy rice dish is a nice addition to a spicy meal. When I first tried it at a church...
White Sangria
Fruity, sweet and party-pretty, this light, refreshing beverage from our Test Kitchen goes together in minutes. And guests will find...
Zucchini Egg and Cheese Casserole
Whether I'm preparing a sit-down dinner at home or attending a potluck buffet, family and friends have come to expect...