Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad with a Creamy Jalapeno Dressing

A perfect dinner that is full of vegetables, fresh romaine, grilled chicken and a delicious yogurt/jalapeno dressing. Serve with your favorite bread and a glass of wine. Don’t forget dessert!!! I forgot to include the red (purple) onions and the avocados were bad… Perfect light meal for dinner on a warm summer night… Dressing ingredients… … Continue reading

Nachos on the Grill Using Homemade Taco Seasoning

Nachos are a favorite snack (actually I sometimes eat them as a meal) when I feel like something crispy, cheesy and spicy. So easy to make with the toppings your family enjoys. I’ve frequently made these in the oven but with grilling season here I can get the same results and not heat up the … Continue reading

Cinco de Mayo Chocolate Cookies

Cinco de Mayo is a few days away  and a decision on a dessert to serve needed to be made. I originally thought of a flan, then maybe some kind of a churro dessert. I then considered traditional Mexican cookies such as wedding or polvorones. I finally settled on these flavorful cookies full of 2 … Continue reading

Chicken Chimichangas with a Green Chili Sauce – Baked

A chimichanga is a Mexican-American deep-fried burrito popular in Tex-Mex and Southwestern U.S. cuisine. However, with this recipe you bake the chimichangas making this a healthier dish. These burritos  are basically tortillas wrapped around various fillings such as this flavorful chicken mixture. Serve with Spicy Mexican Refried Beans and Mexican Rice…   I started to … Continue reading

Mexican Rice with Tomatoes and Jalapenos

This tomato-based red rice is a popular side to serve with many Mexican dishes. It’s very easy to make ahead and reheat when you need to serve it. Served with Spicy Mexican Refried Beans and Chicken Chimichangas – Baked…