Fried Chicken Tacos
These fried chicken tacos combine two of our favorite things: crispy chicken fingers and handheld tacos.
Flavorful Taco Soup
You’ll get a kick out of this hearty, Southwest-inspired soup from Sandi Lee of Houston, Texas. Feel free to dunk...
Avocado Tomato Wraps
“I eat these super-fast wrap sandwiches all summer long. The creamy avocado and sweet tomato are satisfying and fresh tasting....
Southwest Chicken Chili
Chicken thighs are a nice change of pace in this easy chili. I also use a smoked ham hock and...
Slow Cooker Vegetable Bean Soup
Kitchen staples and canned goods help me get this heartwarming soup on the table with very little preparation. Feel free...
Southwest Tortilla-Turkey Skillet
I wanted to cut back on red meat, but my husband thinks ground turkey can be dry. I think the...
Black Bean Veggie Burger Salad
“This lower fat version of a traditional taco salad doesn't lose any of the flavor,” writes Mary Bilyeu of Ann...
Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili
The first time I had this chili at a Super Bowl party, I was on my second bowl before I...
Southwestern Beef Tortillas
Beef chuck roast makes a savory filling in satisfying tortillas. Cooked to tender perfection in the slow cooker, the beef...
Slow-Cooked Enchilada Dinner
This layered southwestern meal just can't be beat. It gets its spicy flavor from green chiles, chili powder and cumin....
Black Bean Soup
This chunky black bean soup is packed with canned black beans, celery, onion, peppers and tomatoes. With protein, fiber and...
Kidney Bean Casserole
I don’t recall its origin, but I've had this Kidney Bean Casserole recipe for many years. A Triscuit cracker crust...
Breakfast Quesadillas
Fluffy eggs and a crispy tortilla make this speedy recipe from Jennifer Evans of Oceanside, California, great for breakfast or...
Zippy Spanish Rice Soup
I created this recipe after ruining a dinner of Spanish rice. I tried to salvage the dish by adding more...
Colorado Lamb Chili
This hearty and spicy stew is wonderful with fresh rolls and your favorite green salad. —Karen Gorman, Gunnison, Colorado
Simple Spanish Rice
Emily Hockett, of Federal Way, Washington says, “I prefer this side dish to traditional recipes because it’s vegetarian and lower...
Mexican Chicken Meatballs
These low-fat meatballs taste fabulous on their own, but if you want to take things up a notch, serve with...
Grilled Halibut Tacos with Salsa Verde
Roasting the vegetables for the salsa in these fish tacos intensifies the flavors and provides such a wonderful, smoky taste.—Michelle...
Best Spanish Rice
"We love the zing from the Cajun seasoning and hot sauce," writes Mary Hoxworth from Killbuck, Ohio. "I like to...
Southwest Egg Rolls & Cool Avocado Dip
A friend of mine made these egg rolls for my birthday treat several years ago. They are the best I...
Fiesta Shrimp Cocktail
Impress your guests by serving this appetizer in a martini glass or other fancy stemware. I make this every time...
Greek Chicken Nachos
These delicious nachos are perfect on Greek night with family or friends, but don't treat them like an appetizer! Packed...
Hearty Turkey Chili
“My mother-in-law introduced our family to this chili a few years ago, and we can't seem to get enough of...
Healthy Meat Loaf
Welcome your family in from the cold with this moist and delicious meat loaf with wonderful southwestern taco flavor. This...
Slow-Cooker Southwest Chicken
With beans, vegetables, chicken and rice, slow-cooker southwest chicken is a satisfying and versatile dinner.
Start-Right Strata
“I substituted reduced-fat ingredients and reworked this recipe to fit my diet…and my tastes!” Served with melon or grapes on...
Potato-Bar Chili
Everyone will love this mild chili, especially when topping a baked potato. This thick, hearty sauce really does eat like...
Chicken Taco Burgers
This moist chicken burger offers a kick of southwest flavor. Top with avocado, jalapeno, salsa and cheese. Ole!
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Corn Bread with a Kick
Nothing says southern cooking like crisp corn bread made in a cast iron skillet. I use a very old skillet...