Blue Cornmeal Cornbread by Salad Foodie

Blue cornmeal imparts a blue-violet cast to the bread, a coarser consistency and a sweeter, nuttier taste than yellow or white cornmeal. It is 20% higher in protein and has a lower glycemic index, good news for those with elevated blood sugar. However it can be difficult to find! Arrowhead and Bob's Red Mill make it and some health…

Chipotle Mayonnaise #1 by Robyn Savoie

I like to change up my chipotle mayonnaise once and awhile. Serve this spread with chicken, turkey, pork or egg salad sandwiches.

Beef Enchilada Casserole by Robyn Savoie

A savory pan of cheese-rich Enchilada Casserole make for a delicious family dish on a busy weeknight. Toss a green salad together while this casserole is baking and serve with a bowl of fluffy rice.

Egg Fusion by erin de martini

Only have one pan? Then this is the recipe for you! It's basically eggs and potatoes all mixed together. You could easily scoop this into a tortilla and make it a breakfast burrito by adding a sprinkle of cheese and sliced avocados.

7 Layer Taco Dip by Chef Smith

Perfect for any party! The multiple servings is excellent for several people or prep the items and store separately to whip up a bigger protion for a lunch!

Salsa Taquera by myra byanka

This fresh, somewhat hot salsa is great as a dip for chips, and for eggs and tortilla dishes.

Easy Tex-Mex Refried Bean Dip by myra byanka

Inexpensive, easy prep recipe that guests will love. I sometimes use this recipe to make quesadillas, too.

Guacamole Tex-Mex by Amos Miller

Super simple - fast - packs just enough punch. It will be the best you ever tasted. Bring on the cervesas, margaritas - and lots of quality tortilla chips! Just like Chipotle - but homemade!

Crockpot Pinto-Bean Stew by RecipeKing

Crockpot Pinto-Bean Stew is a delicious, hearty and spicy Tex-mex style recipe with spicy corn meal dumplings. Ingredients include, pinto beans, corn, onions and bell peppers. It is highly spiced and served with a dumpling. Garnished with cilantro and sliced radishes. It is also a healthy, low calories, low fat, low cholesterol, low…

Corn Bread Chile Rellenos by Patrick Travis

This is a cross between corn bread and chile rellenos I pulled together using a cornbread recipe that uses no baking soda or powder so its very dense. I layer whole canned green chilies between layers of cornbread batter, add some cheese, and have a very filling vegetarian main or side dish. I add pure ground chile powder to the…

Double Corn & Green Chile Muffins by Salad Foodie

Whole kernel corn adds texture, flavor and moistness to ordinary cornmeal muffins. Add to that sharp cheddar cheese, green chiles plus your choice and amount of "heat" seasoning and you've a nice accompaniment to a bowl of beans, chili, or southwestern soup.

Southwest Chili by Piper Seeger

Café Mexicano by Robyn Savoie

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

Southwestern Waffles by Salad Foodie

What happens when salsa meets waffles? Fusion cuisine - a marriage of unexpected culinary elements! I was skeptical of how good this might be and was prepared to grab the agave nectar or honey and some butter just in case. But it was very good just as it is. If you like waffles and you like salsa, you'll probably like them together!

Chipotle Mayonnaise #2 by Robyn Savoie

I prefer to make my own blend over the store bought. This mayonnaise is beautiful and flavorful; pale orange with intense orange flecks. It is delicious served with cold grilled beef, as a dip for raw vegetables or as a dressing for salads.