Fabulous Fajitas
I've enjoyed cooking since I was a girl growing up in the Southwest. When friends call to ask me for...
Scalloped Pineapple Casserole
My family can't get enough of this sweet and satisfying side dish. This casserole disappears quickly whenever I prepare it.—Judy...
Machaca Beef Dip Sandwiches
The winning combination of beef, cumin, chili powder and the spicy heat of chipotle peppers makes these sandwiches game-day food...
Veggie-Topped Polenta Slices
This amazing side dish recipe came from a stroke of genius when I didn't have many ingredients on hand. —Jenn...
Caribbean Chipotle Pork Sliders
Our favorite pulled pork sliders combine the heat of chipotle peppers with a cool tropical coleslaw. The robust flavors make...
Black Bean, Chorizo & Sweet Potato Chili
Chili is one of my all-time favorite dishes. This recipe takes chili to the next level by changing up the...
Nikki’s Perfect Pastitsio
My mother used to work so hard in the kitchen to make this classic Greek dish, and the results were...
Shrimp Marinara
Flavorful marinara sauce simmers for just a few hours. Right before mealtime, toss in the shrimp to cook quickly. Serve...
Potluck Taco Casserole
This is the dish I most often take to potlucks, and the pan comes home empty every time. —Kim Stoller,...
Championship Bean Dip
My friends and neighbors expect me to bring this irresistible dip to every gathering. When I arrive, they ask, "You...
Chili Sandwiches
No one will be able to resist these special sandwiches stuffed with spicy chili. Of course, the chili also makes...
Louisiana Gumbo
Gumbo is a stew-like dish made with meat or seafood, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers and okra. You can serve it...
Guacamole
This is one of our favorite spicy snack food recipes, and it's quick and easy to prepare when friends drop...
Sopes
Sopes are a common Mexican street food, often eaten as snacks. Each cup is typically topped with refried beans, meat,...
Italian Cream Cheese Cake
Buttermilk makes every bite of this awesome Italian cream cheese cake recipe moist and flavorful. I rely on this recipe...
Italian Marinated Olives
A friend shared this recipe for Italian marinated olives with me more than 25 years ago, and I still get...
Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
This is the best shepherd's pie recipe I've ever tasted. It's very quick to make, and I usually have most—if...
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...
Pesto Shrimp Pasta
Fresh basil and dash of red pepper puts zip in this lively shrimp pesto pasta. — Gloria Jones Grenga, Newnan,...
Easy Fish Tacos
Searching for a lighter alternative to traditional fried fish, I came up with this crispy, crunchy fish tacos recipe. It's...
Taco-Stuffed Pepper Cups
These taco-stuffed peppers are ready in record time. The bell peppers create a colorful container for this meal. —Pat Habiger,...
10 Minute Zesty Salsa
The view from our mountain home includes Pike's Peak, so we frequently dine on our wraparound porch in good weather....
Mushroom Pasta Carbonara
I absolutely love this creamy and cheesy mushroom carbonara. I serve it with a side salad and rolls to make...
Taco Bean Salad
Storing Seasoned Hamburger Mix in the freezer helps Dorothy beat the clock when she is creating this change-of-pace tossed salad....
Hot Bacon Cheese Dip
I've tried assorted appetizers before, but this one is a surefire people-pleaser. The thick bacon cheese dip has lots of...
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp is big on flavor when field editor Marie Hattrup from the Dalles, Oregon gives it a tropical twist....
Taco Sandwich
One evening, Mom and I helped each other put together this taco sandwich using things we had on hand. It's...
Eggs Florentine
I wanted to impress my family with a holiday brunch, but keep it healthy too. So I lightened up the...
Garlic Tomato Bruschetta
I drew inspiration from my grandma’s recipe for this garden-fresh bruschetta. The crisp bread and tomato goodness make a great...