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Basic Taco/Fajita Seasoning

This is a tasty alternative to the pre-made spice mixes with who-knows-what in them. You can adjust the sodium or heat this way, or like me, add extra cumin or whatever you like. It's equally good on vegetables...

Author: EdsGirlAngie

Fish Tacos With Citrus Salsa

Make and share this Fish Tacos With Citrus Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Author: gailanng

Quick Shrimp & Pasta

Quick dinner for 2. Great for a date. If you get the shrimp already deviened, dinner's ready in 15 minutes. Quick, and tastes like a restaraunt. Serve with any tossed salad and fresh bread.

Author: rouxdog

Lone Star Dry Rub

This recipe is adapted from Texas Home Cooking by Cheryl and Bill Jamison. Think of a dry rub as the dry form of a marinade, and the ingredients are not set in stone. Change them to suit your tastes and...

Author: Miss Annie

Home For Thanksgiving Fried Cornbread Dressing

This recipe has grown a few strapping boys and delighted even the pickiest gal in the bunch. Our home is always full to overflowing on Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is the one recipe that is a "must"...

Author: Mom of Chef Mark

Roasted Sweet Onion and Garlic Spread

For all you garlic lovers out there! This could be served with a salad or use it as a spread on sandwiches.

Author: Sharon123

Cilantro Guacamole

Cilantro and avocado! My two favorite flavors combined in one recipe. Serve with chips or as part of just about any Mexican main dish.

Author: Hey Jude

Cream of Cilantro Soup Crema De Cilantro

Make and share this Cream of Cilantro Soup - Crema De Cilantro recipe from Food.com.

Author: cookiedog

Grilled Santa Fe Chicken

Make and share this Grilled Santa Fe Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Author: AlainaF

Grilled Chipotle Salmon With Pineapple Cilantro Rice

The zip of the chipotle is cooled by the ginger sauce and pineapple rice. Make this as hot as you would like by leaving the seeds in the peppers or removing them for less heat.

Author: PaulaG

Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Kebabs

Make and share this Spicy Shrimp and Chorizo Kebabs recipe from Food.com.

Author: KathyP53

Southwest Fish Rub

Good for all kinds of fish- I'm using Tilapia as the example in the recipe, but I've also used it on Salmon, Trout, and Flounder. I've also entered for 1 lb of fish for 2 servings. Just adjust the serving...

Author: didyb

Garlicky Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Avocado Dipping Sauce

I'm not suffering at all on the South Beach Diet. I've found many great recipes that fit into the plan. Dieting or not this is a great dish that brings the taste of the southwest to your grill. The shrimp...

Author: Dawn399

Spicy Fiesta Taco Soup

Have a fiesta any day of the week! This soup is warm and filling - and easily prepared. Spicy and flavorful, and using ingredients readily found in your pantry, this soup comes together quickly and is...

Author: kitty.rock

BBQ Lasagna

This lasagna has a smokey flavor that reminds me of BBQ. It uses corn tortillas instead of pasta. I served it to my family at Christmas and it was a big hit.

Author: Brian121

Cilantro Oil(Guam)

A quick spurt of herb oil does wonders for tuna, shrimp or scallops, polenta, risotto and cooked or uncooked salads. You can keep this oil in a plastic spray bottle! Clayton Babas, Executive Chef, at the...

Author: Sharon123

Tex Mex Won Tons

These are tasty appetizers. If I'm planning on serving them to company, I make them ahead, freeze them and then re-heat them.

Author: Hey Jude

Green Onion Tomato Hush Puppies

No fish fry is worth it's salt without hush puppies! So don't forget these nibblers at your next feast! Add 1 jalapeƱo pepper (chopped) for a little heat!

Author: Sharon123

Prickly Pear Syrup

I got this from The Prickly Pear Cookbook by Carolyn Niethammer. I can't wait to try it with this year's crop of prickly pears!

Author: Chilicat

Cafe Annie's Pickled Jalapeno Salsa

This is one of my adopted recipes. I finally got around to making it. It will definately perk things up! I used 6 fresh jalapenos and 8 rather large tomatillos. My yield was 6 cups. The yield is being...

Author: PaulaG

Shrimp Nachos (Baja 'derves)

This tasty little treat came from Better Homes and Gardens "Prizewinning Recipes". Unusual and very easy to make.

Author: SharleneW

Chile Vinaigrette Dressing

Serve this over a mixed green salad with tomatoes, avocado and grape tomatoes. This is a great dressing to serve with at a southwestern cookout. The recipe is from Sabroso summer 2006 edition.

Author: PaulaG

Avocado Aioli Guacamole

You may serve this aioli as a dip, a sandwich spread or or to accompany grilled salmon or chicken. Adapted from Food & Wine magazine.

Author: Sharon123

Garlic Puree Tucson's El Charro

If you use a lot of the puree, make a large batch, store in the refrigerator for only a week, as it could spoil. Chef Carlotta Flores, owner of El Charro Cafe.

Author: Mme M

Baked Prosciutto Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Make and share this Baked Prosciutto-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers recipe from Food.com.

Author: duonyte

Vegetable Nachos

Make and share this Vegetable Nachos recipe from Food.com.

Author: Sharon123

Hot Taco Salad

Salsa adds lots of flavor to this warm salad. From "Recipes for Busy Cooks" by the Rice a Roni folks.

Author: Sharon123

Z Tejas' Roasted Poblano Queso Fundido

Make and share this Z Tejas' Roasted Poblano Queso Fundido recipe from Food.com.

Author: Karen in MA

Southwestern Turkey Breast Ww

From "Everyone Loves Chicken" by Weight Watchers. I borrowed my friend's book and I'm posting what sounds interesting for future reference. This is 4 points for 2 slices.

Author: Oolala

Roast Chicken With Cilantro Pesto and Vegetables

This is ready to go into the oven in just minutes, so you can kick back and relax with your family while it cooks. If you're not a cilantro fan, substitute parsley. Recipe roots in Spain, Mexico, Southwest....

Author: Sharon123

Southwest Ground Beef Casserole (Amandascookin.com)

From Website: "Our ground beef casserole includes hamburger meat, onions, and peppers, is flavored with tomatoes, spices, combined with pasta and topped with cheese." My kids and I devoured this casserole!...

Author: sassyschu

Jicama With Orange, Cucumber, Mango, Red Chile & Lime

I adopted this recipe after Mean Chef (IHHDRO) left the site. The comments from my original review stated, " This salad is an excellent blend of flavors. I used a diced red pepper instead of the red jalapeno...

Author: Ms B.

Smoky Bean Salad With Molasses Dressing

Just the name of this recipe makes my mouth water! The chipotle chilies give it the smoked flavor. You can use canned beans and save a lot of time. Enjoy! Prep time includes soaking. A Spanish recipe.

Author: Sharon123

Tilapia Brown Sugar Glazed Baked Tilapia

Make and share this Tilapia Brown Sugar Glazed Baked Tilapia recipe from Food.com.

Author: Timothy H.

Southwestern Quiche

This is a good meatless main dish served with a salad or I've served it alongside chicken enchiladas. This is super easy to do with the corn tortilla crust.

Author: pines506

Chipotle Shrimp With Corn Cakes (Zwt Usa Southwest)

From Bernard Clayton's Cooking Across America, posted for ZWT III. This looks like some work, but sounds lovely.

Author: pattikay in L.A.

Battered Grouper Bites With Jalapeno Tartar Sauce

This is kind of like a hush puppy with the fish inside of it!I got this from a Walmart card! The recipe calls for hushpuppy mix, but the computer won't let me say it, so I have put biscuit mix. Mexico,...

Author: Sharon123

Taco Biscuit Bites

Make and share this Taco Biscuit Bites recipe from Food.com.

Author: Sharon123

Carne Adovada

In Chimayo, New Mexico, this speciality is served with rice or pinto beans. It's muy bueno for those who like things hot.

Author: CJAY8248

Texas Mustard Coleslaw

Make this to accompany a cookout,a barbecue, or a covered-dish dinner. It is appealing and simple to prepare.

Author: Sharon123

Kahlua Barbecue Sauce

Make and share this Kahlua Barbecue Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Author: Mrs.Habu

Hickory Smoke Salt

After running to three grocery stores looking for Hickory Smoke Salt and unable to find it, I decided to try and make my own. It worked out great! Considering the price of smoke salt, I'll never buy it...

Author: BETHANY T.

Baked Green Olives in Spicy Cheese Pastry

GREAT appetizer. Sounds strange, but have never had any left-overs and many rave reviews at parties. When I'm on my last legs, THIS (and either Muffaletta or Monte Cristo sandwich) are what I want my last...

Author: Pellerin

Ancho Chile Chicken Tortilla Soup

This soup gets the wonderful Southwestern flavor from th ancho chili peppers (dried poblano chiles). Recipe from McCormick, the spice company

Author: Ishi3179

Classic Guacamole

This is the old, classic, simple way of making a good guacamole. The Hass avacados give a wonderful buttery taste.

Author: Miss Annie

Salt Free Southwest Seasoning Mix

I prefer a seasoning mix that doesn't contain already salt, so here's one I enjoy. It works well as a meat/poultry/fish rub or as you would use chili powder. Great added to taste to your salsa, chili,...

Author: Julesong

Ultimate Nachos a La Martha Stewart

My friends' Vicky and Vilma were having a party for some friends who came from Cuba but they lived in Mexico for about 10 years. So we scouted about for recipes for their "new taste buds" because Cuban...

Author: Manami

Doneraki's Shrimp in Tequila Sauce

Make and share this Doneraki's Shrimp in Tequila Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Author: Molly53

Chiles Rellenos With Sauce

My mom started making this for us when we lived in Southern California. It remains one of my favorites. It's important to use the specified peanut oil in the sauce. The taste adds something special to...

Author: Debbie R.