texas date loaf candy by Marlin Rinehart

This is a delicious old-fashioned Texas recipe similar to fudge but is shaped into a log and sliced. I was surprised to learn from a Mexican cookbook it is also made in old Mexico.

Easy Chicken Posole by Nancy Miyasaki

This is a super easy and tasty recipe you can whip up in 20 minutes! You can use the meat from a standard rotisserie chicken for this soup. I got mine at Costco. I can buy canned tomatillos in the Mexican section of my local grocery store...but if you don't see them stop by any Mexican mercado. They taste great in soup and are a…

Pork and Hominy Chili by Nancy Miyasaki

Pork & Corn Chili by John Spottiswood

Most Southwestern chilis include pinto or black beans. However, this is a true Indian chili with corn instead of beans, and it is a great example of native American cooking. You will love the complex and complementary flavors. We love the healthful aspects of beans, so we've added Garbanzo beans to this recipe. You can feel free…

Fiesta Hot Chocolate by Robyn Savoie

Looking for an über rich hot cocoa? This is a spin off of Café Mexicano. Fiesta Hot Chocolate has similar properties. Instead of using coffee, you use milk.

Café Mexicano by Robyn Savoie

Having guests over for a Sunday brunch? Here is a sweet, spicy mocha sure to please.

Shrimp Potato Salad by Robyn Savoie

Cool Shrimp Salad is made even more refreshing with the snap of fresh lime juice and cilantro. This would be a substantial luncheon dish, doubly welcome because it can be made ahead. I'm not a fan of cocktail shrimp, frozen or canned. I strongly suggest using fresh cooked or the pre-cooked frozen shrimp found in the seafood…

Californio's Chilled Tomatillo Soup by Bert Sackman

This soup would be one of the soups I would serve in Californio, my fantasy Southwestern restaurant. If you want it to be more spicy, add green Tabasco sauce to your taste.

Avocado Chicken Salad by Kristy O'Connor

I got the idea off of a post I saw on pinterest, but other then a description there was no link to a avocado chicken salad recipe, so I tried and made one and it turned out REALLY GOOD. A nice alternative to a heavily mayo based chicken salad. The Avocado adds enough creaminess, you barely need the mayo at all. View this recipe at…

Anasazi Beans w/Sun-Dried Tomatoes by Chef Kokopelli

Baked Pot of Beans w/Rice by Chef Kokopelli

Cuban Black Bean Soup by Chef Kokopelli