Ten-Minute Taco Dip

INGREDIENTS 16 oz cream cheese, at room temperature2 cups sour cream2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 cup mild salsa1 1/2 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded1 large tomato, seeded and dicedBlack olives, slicedTortilla chips, for serving PREPARATION In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add sour cream, … Read more

Cowboy Caviar Recipe

Ingredients 6 Roma tomatoes, diced 1 bell bell pepper, seeded and diced 1 medium onion, finely diced 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely diced 1 large avocado , peeled, pitted and diced 15 oz can corn, drained (or from 1 cooked cob of corn) 15 oz can black beans, well rinsed and drained (or make your own) 1/2 bunch of cilantro, About 1/2 cup chopped 3-4 Tbsp  lime juice 1/2 cup light Italian Dressing, * 4 medium garlic cloves, pressed 1 tsp sea salt or … Read more

Green Chile Pepper Jack Chicken Enchiladas

I am so excited about this post because these are THE BEST Chicken Enchiladas ever. This is my Aunt Marianne and my niece Katherine’s recipe.  My dear Aunt Marianne passed away several years ago unexpectedly and is an incredible woman. I miss her. Oh, is she an amazing cook and Katherine is as well.  The key … Read more

Ten-Minute Taco Dip

INGREDIENTS 16 oz cream cheese, at room temperature 2 cups sour cream 2 tablespoons taco seasoning 1 cup mild salsa 1 1/2 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese 2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded 1 large tomato, seeded and diced Black olives, sliced Tortilla chips, for serving PREPARATION In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with … Read more

Skinny Crock Pot Chicken Fajita Melts

Ingredients 16 oz. boneless skinless chicken tenders1 red bell pepper, sliced1 green bell pepper, sliced1 yellow onion, sliced2 tbsp. lime juice2 plum tomatoes, chopped1 fajita seasoning packetSliced reduced fat pepper jack cheese2 cups corn or tortilla chipsflour tortillas ( I used La Tortilla Factory High Fiber/Low Carbs Wraps) Arrange chicken in the bottom of crock … Read more

Crockpot creamy chicken nachos

Crockpot Chicken Nachos are loaded with shredded chicken, beans, corn, and cream cheese to make them creamy! They are hearty enough for a quick and easy dinner recipe or a great appetizer! Add everything to the slow cooker (yep, only one-pot) and let it cook for a few hours, then pull the chicken. These nachos … Read more

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Slow Cooker Enchilada Casserole is the easiest one-pot recipe you will find for enchiladas. Made with tender chicken and plenty of cheese. Forget take out and make enchiladas at home, we love to make a big pot of Slow Cooker Refried Beans too! This recipe for slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole is a one-pot meal … Read more

Choriqueso With Only 5 Ingredients…Total Yum Fest!

Ingredients 16 ounces Mexican chorizo (Spanish chorizo is VERY different)1 1/2 cups shredded mexican-blend cheese1 medium tomato, chopped1/4 white onion, diced1/4 cup chopped cilantroMexican crema (or sour cream), for topping (optional) Directions 1. Preheat skillet over medium heat. Remove chorizo from casings and cook thoroughly, stirring occasionally, until it’s starting to brown and deepen in color (about 10 … Read more

Chicken and Avocado Quesadillas

ingredients 2 (10 inch) tortillas (corn tortillas for gluten-free) 1 cup montery jack cheese, shredded 1/2 cup cooked chicken, sliced or shredded 1/2 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup salsa verde  1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped directions Heat a pan over medium heat, place one tortilla in the pan, sprinkle half of the cheese followed by the chicken, … Read more

Fresh Homemade Salsa

Ingredients 1 1/4 lbs ripe Roma tomatoes* (about 5 – 6) 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes** 2 green onions,*** ends trimmed, chopped into thirds 1/3 cup chopped red onion (about 1/4 of a medium) 1 jalapeno pepper,**** seeded and roughly chopped 1/3 cup fresh cilantro (about a handful) 1 large clove garlic, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp granulated sugar (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Instructions Combine … Read more

Apple Enchiladas

Ingredients: 1 (21 ounce) cans apple fruit filling and topping ( or other fruit filling)6 (8 inch) flour tortillas1 teaspoon cinnamon1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 cup water Directions: Spoon fruit filling evenly down centers of tortillas.Sprinkle with cinnamon.Roll up, and place, seam side down, in a lightly greased … Read more

Cucumber Salsa

What You’ll Need : 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and chopped…2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced1 small onion, chopped1 clove garlic, minced2 tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed1/2 teaspoon salt*Note the pic is a doubled recipe How to … Read more

Chili Dog Casserole

We love cheese, especially in casseroles! Last night I made this chili dog casserole, there are no left overs! Check it out. You’ll Need: 2 (15 oz) cans of chili with beans.1 (16 oz) package of beef frankfurters.10 (8 inch) flour tortillas.1 (8 oz) package of shredded cheddar cheese. How to: In a baking dish, … Read more