Going out for dinner often means getting a high fat meal.  I love the flavors of Mexican cooking , and wanted to make something a little healthier.   Ground turkey can be dull without good seasoning.  This recipe was inspired by my love of Mexican cooking while wanting something that was healthy, quick, and easy.  I [...]

Light up your life with this fantastic Mexican hot sauce. This sauce is similar to Pico Pica found on the west coast. I like it because it can be used on any food requiring a little nip to the tongue. I love Pico Pica but it’s hard to find here in the Midwest. Soooooo, after [...]

Cilantro based salad dressing used in the Santa Fe Chicken Salad along with a drizzle of Spicy Peanut Sauce Dressing.
3 whole big cloves of garlic, (minced-see instructions)
1 TBSP packed minced fresh ginger (see instructions)
2 bunches cilantro, (rinsed well, most of stalk ends trimmed off) finely chopped (see Instructions)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1-1/2 tsp. wine vinegar
1/2 [...]

Chili’s is known for their high quality fajitas.  These are easy to prepare, and you can have that special Tex Mex flavor any night of the week.
1 1/2 pounds of Sirloin Steak
1 envelope dry onion soup mix
2 cups water
Sautéed onion & green pepper
1 small can diced green chilies
Flour tortillas
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Salsa
 
1. Cut sirloin steak into [...]

This is a well known appetizer dish from Chili’s.  These are filled with chicken breasts, black beans and so much more. 
1 chicken breast fillet
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1/3 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons diced, canned [...]

This is filling meal.  Mexican cornbread casserole is easy to make, and it makes full meal.  Serve this with a salad for a complete meal.
2 boxes cornbread mix
1 lb ground beef
1 small can chopped green chilies
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 can regular corn
1 can creamed corn
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Brown ground beef add taco seasoning [...]

I make this when we have a lot of friends over. It makes a lot and there’s never any leftovers!  This is a hearty Taco Salad that everyone will enjoy.
1 head of lettuce, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 can red kidney beans, drained
1 jar Pace Picante Salsa
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 cups grated cheese
1 small package [...]

This recipe originally came from Web Archive of the "News 10" recipe page,  You can enjoy this delicious Barbacoa at home.
4 guijillo chilies 2 teaspoons cumin seeds 1 teaspoon ground cloves 10 allspice berries 1/3 cup Mexican oregano 12 sprigs [...]

Everyone enjoys a spicy cheese dip such as Queso.  Whenever you go to a Mexican restaurant the temptation is always to order Queso, we will show you how to make this at home with our recipe.
 
Double boiler 1 large Tomato Diced 1/4 Medium Green Bell Pepper Diced small [...]

This is a spicy and unique onion soup recipe with southwest flavor.  This soup is ladled with flavors; sherry, cheese, peppers, chilies, and so much more. 
2 large Yellow onions halved, thinly sliced
1/4  C.  Butter — melted
1/16  C.  Garlic — chopped
1/8  C.  Sherry
1/4  C.  Flour
1 qt. Chicken stock
3 Oaxaca chilies*  — Chile pasilla (Or substitute drained [...]

Quick Mexican meal!  You don’t need to get take out, you can make this soup faster than you can get in your car and go to the drive through. 
1 lb ground beef, browned
1 package taco seasoning
1 can corn (undrained)
1 can Kidney beans (undrained)
1 large can stewed tomatoes (chop if desired)
1 can tomato sauce
1 cup water
cheddar [...]

Use this instead of the pre-packaged stuff.

No need to walk out of the restaurant with tons of little packs in your pockets, you can make this sauce at home.  This is an easy to prepare version of Taco Bell Mild sauce.
8 oz Can Tomato Sauce
1/3 C. Water
1/4 tsp. Chili Powder
1 1/2 tsp. Cumin
1 1/2 tsp. Dry Minced Onions
1 Tbs. White Vinegar
1/2 [...]

You can make this sauce easily at home.

This goes perfect with the Chili’s Margarita Chicken and the Chili’s Black Beans.