Southwest

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

Bursting with southwestern flavors, the zesty veggie medley here can be served as a side dish or a meatless meal-in-one....

Crunchy, salty Fritos corn chips are the star ingredient of Frito pie. Make this cheesy Tex-Mex favorite for dinner or...

For an updated version of an old favorite, try these chili-stuffed poblano peppers. They're loaded with hearty meat and chili,...

A Southwestern food fan asked us to bring home a taste of her restaurant favorite—a cheesy spinach dip from Cheddar's...

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

I typically have most of the ingredients for this dish in my pantry. Green chiles give it a little bite,...

This pretty salad has such authentic flavor, you'll think you're sitting at a beachside cantina in Acapulco. —Heidi Hall, North...

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

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

At our house, low-and-slow recipes have to have kid and husband appeal, plus good marks for nutrition. This chipotle chicken...

My husband likes Mexican food and casseroles, so I combined the two. This chicken with poblanos and chiles satisfies our...

I like my food with a spicy kick; my wife does not. These ribs with green chiles suit her taste....

If you've never made canned chili sauce, you're in for a treat.

Green Chile Chicken Casserole is a winning combination of tender chicken with cheddar and potato in a tangy, creamy green...

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

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

A family friend gave me this spicy chowder recipe years ago. We usually take a batch along when we go...

The amount of spice in this recipe is just right for my family—we prefer things on the mild side. Make...

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

"Send your enchiladas!" urged my family when I was considering recipes to submit for this competition. This stovetop Mexican-style dish...

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

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

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

Getting a comforting meal on the table in no time couldn't be any easier thanks to this nourishing turkey rice...

A cousin gave me this recipe because she knows my family loves southwestern fare. It's one of our favorites. —Sue...

These flavorful shrimp wraps require simple ingredients, like taco seasoning and salsa, and only a few minutes of cooking time.

If you're not into canning, make a big batch of freezer salsa with fresh garden ingredients. It lasts up to...

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