Tortilla Soup
Corn tortillas provide this soup with both its flavor and texture. It's a fast-growing favorite in the Southeast. I especially...
Spinach Chicken Enchiladas
My husband is a pastor, so I fix meals for large groups often. This one is a favorite and a...
Salsa Fish
"My family loves outdoor activities, especially fishing," informs Diane Grajewski of North Branch, Michigan. "I give their catch of the...
Fiesta Corn Salad
We first had this salad at our daughter's home in California. It's wonderful with a meat-and-potatoes dinner, or served for...
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...
Honey-Lime Yogurt Dip
When it comes to this tangy fruit dip, I don’t mind my kids playing with their food. We like to...
Zippy Tomato-Topped Snapper
Seafood fans will be more than satisfied by Mary Anne Zimmerman's pleasantly zesty entree for two. “Serve the fish fillets...
Smoky & Spicy Vegetable Bisque
I like to serve this soup with a side of bruschetta or a caprese salad to make a complete meal....
Chili Artichoke Dip
It's not tricky to prepare this warm tempting dip. It's cheesy and satisfying with a bit of zip from the...
Chili Cheese Snacks
I've been collecting appetizer recipes for more than 20 years and have a host of tasty treats. These crescent roll...
Skillet Tacos
This fast and healthy alternative to traditional tacos has a delicious southwestern flair. The fact that is comes together in...
Lime Navy Bean Chili
A lip-smacking touch of lime flavors Connie Thomas’s low-fat but filling family favorite. “I love relying on my slow cooker,”...
Gingered Mango Salsa
Zesty cilantro and ginger meet cool mint in this change-of-pace salsa. "We love it over grilled chicken, fish and pork,"...
Beef Taco Pie
I combine taco fixings with biscuit mix to create this zippy taco pie recipe. You can make it as mild...
Chicken Veggie Fajitas
Our family loves the spicy flavor of these fajitas. I also appreciate the fact that they’re fast to fix. —Eleanor...
Shredded Pork Burritos
This pork roast is slow-cooked with savory and sweet ingredients, including a can of cola, to create tender shredded pork...
Hearty Sausage-Chicken Chili
The company I work for has an annual chili cook-off, and this unusual recipe of mine was a winner. I...
Southwestern Shepherd’s Pie
Guests will eat this hearty meal right up! You can freeze one of the pies for another day. —Suzette Jury,...
Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder
I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern...
Quick Mexican Bean Soup
It never hurts to have a few meals that you can whip up in very little time, and this hearty...
Mexican Ground Beef Casserole
Born out of a need to rid the fridge of extras, this Mexican ground beef casserole recipe is flexible. Add...
Contest-Winning Taco Casserole
My preschooler doesn’t eat ground beef unless it’s taco flavored, so I came up with this casserole we all like....
Caramel Custard
My husband and I have enjoyed this simple custard recipe many times, especially after a Tex-Mex meal. In fact, I've...
Shortcut Tres Leches Cake
My mom's favorite cake is tres leches, a butter cake soaked in three kinds of milk. I developed a no-fuss...
Slow-Cooker Pork Pozole
I make this heartwarming stew with pork ribs and hominy often. It's a filling recipe of lightly spiced comfort. —Genie...
Chicken Tamales
I love making these homemade tamales. They take a little time to make but are so worth the effort. I...
Easy Cheese Straws
The five ingredients in this cheese straws recipe transform into long, crisp cracker sticks. The hand-held snacks make for easy...
Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers
These well-seasoned ground-turkey-stuffed peppers are so tasty, you won’t even miss having real cheddar cheese. Round out the meal with...
25 Salsa Recipes for Every Kind of Chip
From sweet to spicy, salsa is one of the most versatile dips around. Here's 25 salsa recipes for every mood,...