Rice & Corn Cakes with Spicy Black Beans These crispy fried patties get a swift kick from the easy-to-make bean-and-salsa accompaniment. Instant brown rice only...
Cranberry Mole Making mole (a traditional Mexican sauce) doesn't have to be an all-day process - and eating it doesn't have...
Southwestern Rubbed Turkey Smoked paprika is the key to the turkey rub in this recipe. It can be purchased in gourmet markets and online at www....
Pork Posole Traditionally a long-simmered stew, this Mexican-inspired stew is quick and easy, thanks to canned hominy. Searing the...
Chicken Tortilla Soup Making soups may have once been an all-day affair, but here's a great example of how a few choice convenience...
Southwestern Omelet Wrap Folding a flat omelet in a whole-wheat wrapper makes a high-protein breakfast (or lunch) that is totable and fun. If...
New Mexico Chile Sauce This slightly smoky sauce has a nice background note of heat. It's a perfect complement to lamb, beef, chicken or...
Tortilla Chips It’s definitely worth making your own corn tortilla chips—these low-fat baked tortilla chips have a more pronounced...
Red Chile Sauce This sauce is a great condiment for Mexican food.
Mango Salsa Start with your favorite prepared tomato salsa for this unique topping or dip.
Quesadillas con Frijoles Refritos These easy tortilla snacks, filled with refried beans, salsa, corn and cheese, satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with a...
Mexican Chocolate Meringues The first time I spent Christmas far away from home I was working in Texas. The combination of newfound friends and...
Mexican Chocolate Sauce Chocolate syrup makes a convenient base for a delicious sauce; cocoa powder deepens the chocolate flavor and cuts the...
Tequila-Spiked Pan Gravy A somewhat more traditional alternative—or addition—to the Cranberry Mole, this quick pan gravy repeats the...
Turkey & Bean Enchiladas A lively salsa made from fresh or canned tomatillos tops this simple casserole. You can substitute tomatoes for...
Mexican Coleslaw Enjoy this crunchy, refreshing alternative to mayonnaise-based coleslaw on a taco or on the side.
Barbecued Chicken Burritos These burritos are something of a Tex-Mex wonder: tangy barbecue sauce, some roast chicken (or rotisserie chicken) and...
White Chili This fragrant "white" chili is an unusual, delicious alternative to traditional tomato-based chilis. Serve...
Mango Salsa The tropical flavors of this quick mango salsa complement chicken, pork or mild white fish.
Grilled Tomatillo Salsa Tomatillos are delicious raw, but they take on a sweet, smoky flavor when cooked on the grill. This quick salsa makes a...
Tex-Mex Summer Squash Casserole Chiles and cheese turn mild summer squash into a zesty, satisfying casserole. The jalapenos make this dish quite hot;...