Mexican Rice
This recipe is a zippy, flavorful south-of-the-border side dish. My family always requests this rice when I'm making a Mexican...
Quick Taco Platter
This fast-to-fix main dish is like a huge taco salad. Even the kids love it.—Celia Rixman, Sylmar, California
Baked Southwest Sandwiches
I like to prepare these tasty sandwiches whenever I have a few friends over for an informal lunch. The combination...
Taco Casserole
This easy, cheesy taco casserole recipe has all the best things about taco Tuesday in one baking dish: seasoned ground...
Black Bean Sausage Chili
Meet the Cook: My entire family urged me to send in this recipe! I came up with it one day...
Chili for a Crowd
Chili for a crowd is exactly what you need for game day, potlucks and other fun gatherings. Hearty, meaty and...
Garden Harvest Chili
Meet the Cook: Anytime you're looking for a way to use up your zucchini and squash, this recipe gives a...
Mexican Chili Pie
This recipe is one of my husband Dwayne's favorite, especially during cooler weather. The topping is crunchy, and the chili...
Strawberry Salsa
This strawberry salsa is versatile, fresh-tasting and colorful. Salsa made with strawberries might be unexpected, but it's excellent over grilled...
Contest Winning Barbecued Beef Sandwiches
The great thing about this recipe—especially for non-cabbage lovers!—is that you can't taste the cabbage in the meat. Yet, at...
Quesadilla
I often make this quesadilla just for myself. It's a snap to prepare.—Amber Waddell, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Spicy Beef Salad
This recipe was inspired by my love of spicy flavors and light, nutritious entrees. The pretty salad has an appealing...
Unstuffed Cabbage
This is a wonderful weeknight meal because it is put together so fast. It has a slight Mexican flavor but...
Beefy Spanish Rice
This recipe can be altered to fit any taste by adjusting how spicy and saucy you make it. On occasion,...
Corn Cakes
These buttery corn cakes are bound together by wholesome, gritty cornmeal and bursting with whole corn kernels, pungent scallions, sweet...
Hominy Casserole
This hominy casserole recipe combines hearty hominy, green chiles and cheddar cheese for a comforting dish that needs only 30...
Spicy Jalapeno Bread
This bread is a big hit at our house and at potluck gatherings. Its unusual texture makes it a conversation...
Spinach Chicken Enchiladas
My husband is a pastor, so I fix meals for large groups often. This one is a favorite and a...
Chile Corn Muffins
Hot cornbread was one of my childhood favorites. This muffin version with a Southwest flavor that I devised is now...
Wild West Chili
My sister-in-law, who has cooked for many years at the family ranch, shared this hearty recipe with me. I make...
Posse Stew
This mouthwatering dish is so thick and hearty you can almost eat it with a fork. The zesty combination of...
Kentucky Chili
This chili is extra special with noodles stirred in. I love it so much I named it after my home...
Fiesta Appetizer
This dip is always a big hit with men—maybe because of the hearty blend of flavors. It stands up great...
Stovetop Chili
This hearty chili comes together quickly and is packed with vegetables, cheese and meat. It's an easy-to-prepare one-pan meal that...
Meaty Spanish Rice
I usually fix Spanish rice recipes for family meals - but it's also great for doubling if unexpected company comes...
Western Beef and Corn Casserole
When our daughter was born, this easy-as-pie main dish went straight to the front of my recipe box! My husband...
Salmon Appetizers
As a cook for a commercial salmon fishing crew, I found this recipe to be an innovative use of salmon....
Chili Verde
This chile verde recipe is one of my family's favorites. We enjoy it any time of year, but it's especially...