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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    Taco Sandwich

    3 reviews

    One evening, Mom and I helped each other put together this taco sandwich using things we had on hand. It's...


    Fried Cinnamon Strips

    4 reviews

    These sweet chips are a must for your next party. You can use holiday cookie cutters to shape the tortillas...


    Cheesy Black Bean Nachos

    5 reviews

    We're trying to go meatless once a week, and this dish helps make those meals fun, quick and super delicious....


    Southwestern Bean Patties

    1 review

    “I first made this recipe for a crowd of 11 people,“ recalls Debby Chiorino in Pt. Hueneme, CA. “And everyone—from...


    Grilled Guacamole

    If you’re a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken...


    Waffle Fry Nachos

    4 reviews

    My husband and two grown sons really enjoy these fun nachos—they can devour a platter of them in no time....


    Southwest-Style Wedding Soup

    6 reviews

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


    Guacamole

    23 reviews

    This is one of our favorite spicy snack food recipes, and it's quick and easy to prepare when friends drop...

    Chicken Tomato Soup

    15 reviews

    Cumin, chili powder and cayenne pepper give my slow-cooked specialty its kick. I serve bowls of it with crunchy tortilla...


    Slow-Cooked Enchilada Casserole

    7 reviews

    Few meals are as easy and flavorful as Crockpot enchilada casserole, where layers of seasoned beef, tortillas and cheese meld...


    Three-Bean Salsa

    3 reviews

    Here’s an easy recipe for fabulous, chunky salsa. “It’s fast, fresh, low in fat and high in fiber,“ shares Regina...


    Layered Cornbread Salad

    3 reviews

    When the garden comes in, we harvest the veggies and layer them with cornbread and sweet relish for this snappy...


    Grilled Jalapenos

    5 reviews

    When barbecuing for friends at home, I also use the grill to serve up hot appetizers. These crowd-pleasing stuffed peppers...


    Makeover Chicken Enchilada Soup

    9 reviews

    Even though they have many other delicious dishes on the menu, I always find myself ordering Chicken Enchilada Soup from...


    Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Burritos

    2 reviews

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


    Cherry Biscochitos

    7 reviews

    I discovered the wonderful anise flavor of biscochitos, which are traditional cookies of New Mexico. I created my own version...


    New Mexico Green Chile Breakfast Burritos

    1 review

    Back when I lived in the Southwest, we wrapped everything up in a tortilla. Breakfast burritos in every possible combination...

    Chiles Rellenos

    1 review

    Chiles are a must where I live. I find they almost always improve a recipe that uses cheese. Sometimes I...


    Chiles Rellenos Breakfast Bake

    4 reviews

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


    Herb-Stuffed Red Peppers

    12 reviews

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


    Southwest Steak & Potatoes

    6 reviews

    Bold seasonings give meat and potatoes a Southwest twist. Feel free to adjust the heat factor by using more or...


    White Bean & Chicken Enchilada Soup

    6 reviews

    I made this soup to please my daughters’ craving for creaminess, my husband’s for spice and mine for white beans....


    Black Bean & White Cheddar Frittata

    1 review

    This is one of my favorite comfort foods for breakfast or even a quick dinner. I like to make it...

    Jalapeno-Lime Chicken Drumsticks

    5 reviews

    Bottled hot sauce isn't my thing, so I developed a fresh pepper glaze for grilled chicken. These drumsticks practically fly...


    Black Bean & Chicken Enchilada Lasagna

    18 reviews

    Twice a month I make chicken enchiladas, lasagna-style. It’s a regular with us because assembly is easy and my whole...


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    Fry Bread

    7 reviews

    While taking a trip to the Grand Canyon, my family drove through the Navajo reservation and stopped at a little...


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    Texas Taco Dip Platter

    17 reviews

    When I'm entertaining, this colorful dish is my top menu choice. My friends can't resist the hearty appetizer topped with...


    Southwest Beef & Rice Skillet

    15 reviews

    My family loves this recipe because it’s so tasty, fast and filling. I love the easy one-dish cleanup. Sometimes I...


    Mexi-Stroni Soup

    3 reviews

    If you're a fan of classic minestrone but love bold Mexican flavors, this soup's for you! It's pumped up with...