Mexican

Packed with fresh-veggie goodness and topped with sour cream, Jennifer Parham’s thrifty, delicious nachos delight family and friends in Browns...

When Ruth Lee of Troy, Ontario needed a quick dish, she came up with this tempting entree stuffed with sausage...

Tasty taco ingredients makes this Mexican meat loaf extra special. Serve with sour cream and sliced fresh avocado. —Tena Huckleby,...

"My fiance never tires of this cheesy Southwestern dish," notes Caroline Nielsen from Wausau, Wisconsin.

I adapted this recipe to suit our taste for spicy food. The ravioli taste like mini enchiladas. I serve them...

“I love to cook and eat all types of food,” writes Barbara Willmitch from Younstown, Ohio. “But this tasty dish...

Stephanie Homme and her family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana are real fans of jicama. “It’s a Mexican root vegetable that’s...

When I'm looking for an appetizer with mass appeal but want a change from the usual cheese spread, this is...

This fresh-tasting side dish of summer squash and zucchini goes well with chicken, pork or steak. But it's so colorful...

“I developed this subtle soup as a starter for a Southwest-style lunch. I serve it with cheese nachos and follow...

Flavorful and filling, Michaela Rosenthal's hearty soup is laced with a hint of lime and has a zesty Southwest flair....

This colorful mixture of bite-sized snack foods, cereal and crackers gets its south-of-the-border accent from taco seasoning. “The recipe makes...

This homemade salsa is easy because it's made with canned tomatoes. Simply combine them with the seasonings for a spicy...

Lime juice, cumin and cayenne pepper make these beans so tasty, particularly when compared to the canned variety. I like...

I use convenient canned pinto, black and great northern beans to speed preparation of my hearty three-bean chili. The one-dish...

Cumin, picante sauce and avocado do a terrific job of perking up rice in this any-day side dish. —Margaret Allen,...

Your family will be happy to take the "wrap" when it's loaded with luscious turkey salad dressed with alight mix...

This rice recipe has been in our family for years. It's handy when you're in a hurry for a side...

Ground beef, beans and pasta thickens this hearty stew that's perfect for brisk autumn days. The zippy sauce, made with...

Bring the flavors of the Southwest to the table with this delectable high-fiber dish from Jenny Ebert of Eau Claire,...

"Creole cooking is delicious but frequently calls for lots of high-fat meats and oils," explains James McNaughton of Quincy, Florida....

Mexican food is often loaded with fat and calories. We were able to take this recipe and make it over...

“My husband and I both love ham and beans, and this combination makes a delightful side dish that I prepare...

“My husband and I love the flavor of this yummy soup,” Barbara Dean relates from Littleton, Colorado. “It’s very quick...

Buttery quiches filled with fresh vegetables and a blend of eggs and cheese are perfect for chilly fall days. And...

Tuck smoked turkey and a creamy avocado spread into tortilla wraps and add a dash of hot sauce for a...

With just six ingredients, this refreshing dip is a snap to whip up. From Racine, Wisconsin, Jill Perez says, “It's...

A traditional Mexican soup, pozole is usually enjoyed around the holidays, but it makes a comforting, slightly spicy, slightly smoky...

Kim Vaughn of Hampton, Virginia shares this thick, spicy chili that’s served over rice. “The venison is tender, and the...