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My Summer Tex-Mex Lineup is π₯
Published 4 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi Reader,
I donβt always have a dinner themeβ¦ but when I do, it usually involves tortillas, lime, and something with a little kick. β Call it Taco Night, Tex-Mex Tuesday, or just βsomething good for dinner.β
My Summer Tex-Mex
These are easy and filling, but definitely won't weigh you down.
My chicken quesadilla recipe is a mouthwatering combination of tender, juicy chicken, gooey melty cheese, bell peppers, sweet onions, and farm-ripe tomatoes. This classic Mexican dish is a perfect fusion of textures and tastes that your whole family will love. And it takes less time to make than picking up takeout.
Homemade chicken enchiladas will always be one of my simple pleasures, and making your own enchilada red sauce is easy to do and so much better than store-bought.
When it comes to comfort food it doesn't get much better than a plateful of these spicy tater tot nachos. Loaded with four-bean chili, cheddar cheese and a whole lot of deliciousness there sure to please your friends and family!
Cowboy caviar, also known as Texas caviar, is a delicious dip made from fresh veggies and beans. It's the perfect dip for a fancy dinner party or game day.
Made with simple ingredients, my homemade quesadilla sauce is the perfect sauce for quesadillas, tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, burgers, and many of your favorite sandwiches.
Don't think because you hear the word Chile that it's got to be hot. It's all about picking the right chile for the right dish. Of course, you can always dial up the heat, but if you're looking for the earthy rich flavor that only chilis can give a dish, then my Beef Chile Colorado is just what you're looking for.
Chamoy sauce is a versatile Mexican sauce that is the perfect combination of sweet, sour, savory, and spicy, which makes it a delicious accompaniment drizzled over fresh fruit, ice cream, and pound cakes.
This creamy, cheesy dip, loaded with crispy bacon crumbles, got its name, thanks to its addictive flavors. Served either hot or cold, crack dip (aka million dollar dip) is sure to please!
If you've ever tried Nashville Hot Sauce, then you'll know what I'm talking about when I tell you it's insanely delicious! This regional hot sauce has taken America by storm thanks to KFC's Nashville Hot Chicken.
As a classically trained chef with 40+ years of experience in the kitchen, I share my time-tested recipes, knowledge, and chef tips to help you create easy-to-make restaurant-quality dishes to help you find the joy of cooking.
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