Southwest

Southwestern recipes were born where cultures meet. The influences of Mexican and American cuisine make for some winning dinners, soups, apps and desserts.

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    Spicy Black Bean Soup

    A splash of sherry enhances this hearty, easy-to-make black bean soup. For a milder flavor, remove the ribs and seeds...


    Tex-Mex Pork Chops

    These easy Tex-Mex pork chops won a contest for me. Salsa, cumin and green chiles give them the kick they...


    Quick Taco Dip

    This quick taco dip from Rhonda Biancardi of Blaine, Minnesota is a definite family favorite. In fact, she says, “This...


    Fry Bread Tacos

    After enjoying "Navajo tacos" in a restaurant in Window Rock, Arizona, I went home and came up with this recipe....


    Sweet Onion Spoon Bread

    This unique recipe has been a family favorite for years. The layers of tangy cheese, sour cream and sweet onions...


    Southwest Tuna Noodle Bake

    None of my co-workers had ever tried tuna noodle casserole, and since we live near the Mexican border, they challenged...


    Quick Cilantro Chicken

    If you’re a fan of cilantro, you’ll definitely like this chicken dish. The cilantro adds herbal flavor, melding with the...


    Mini Sweet Potato Pies

    My son Levi was only 2 years old when he helped me create this delicious recipe, and it was the...

    Black Bean Nachos

    These black bean nachos are easy to customize and require just 10 minutes in the oven to bake to cheesy...


    Chiles Rellenos Breakfast Bake

    My family loves anything with a Southwestern flavor, so I turned classic chiles rellenos into a breakfast casserole. They became...


    Spicy Chuck Wagon Beans

    Baked beans don't get any easier! All you have to do is open some cans, chop an onion, and add...


    Chunky Southwest Chili

    What started out as a mild, basic chili has evolved over the years into one with a powerful punch! —Shawn...


    No-Guilt Beefy Nachos

    Nachos you can feel good about! This meaty topping has less fat and sodium than typical nacho beef because you...


    Southwest-Style Wedding Soup

    I turned leftover ground chicken into meatballs and dreamed up this cozy southwestern soup. Now my Italian family asks for...


    Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip

    We're huge college football fans (go Irish!), and my chicken taco dip hasn't missed a season opener in many years....


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    Cowboy Chili

    Hearty enough for a crew of hungry ranchers, this easy cowboy chili recipe is destined to become a fall favorite.


    Cheese Enchiladas with Green Sauce

    For a crisp bite that’s one notch hotter than a jalapeno, substitute part of the green chiles with two diced...

    Chili Cheese Corn

    “I got this yummy corn recipe from a co-worker more than 10 years ago,” writes Nadene Melton from Euless, Texas....


    Chili Tots

    Cook once and eat twice with this hearty southwestern casserole from Linda Baldwin of Long Beach, California. With help from...


    Herb-Stuffed Red Peppers

    “We love to cook and experiment with new dishes,” writes Brenda Joyner of Pateros, Washington. “We found this recipe online...


    Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Burritos

    "Soon after we moved to Arizona, I received this recipe," pens Anita Meador from her home in Mesa. "It's a...


    Bacon ‘n’ Egg Burritos

    “My husband and I discovered these delicious burritos when we drove truck as a team in the southwestern U.S.,” says...


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    Santa Fe Salad

    People always ask for this Santa Fe salad recipe when I bring it to potlucks. The zippy dressing and mix...

    Fiesta Chicken Chowder

    I entered the recipe for this hearty soup in a contest sponsored by my hometown newspaper. I won first place...


    Southwest Skillet Corn

    "This colorful stir-fried side complements any Mexican menu nicely," says Marilyn Smudzinski of Peru, Illinois.


    Taco Tater Tot Casserole

    This taco Tater Tot casserole can be on the table in under an hour. Serve with your fave taco fixings.


    Turkey Quesadillas

    Loaded with garden-fresh vegetables, this Mexican specialty is sure to be popular with the whole family. Plus, it's a snap...


    Meaty Mushroom Chili

    Since our two daughters did not like beans in their chili, I adapted a recipe to suit our whole family's...


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    Vegetarian Enchiladas

    When you're in the mood for enchiladas but don't want the fat and calories of the traditional variety, make these...