101 tex mex recipes

There are many variations of classic Mexican tortilla soup. In this vegetarian version (feel free to substitute chicken for the tofu for a non-veg version) the rich broth is flavored with earthy ancho (New Mexican) chillies and made more filling by adding some kale that retains it's texture well in a hot soup.

Why buy prepacked taco seasoning when it is easy to make from scratch. If you purchase the spices at a bulk store it is also very very inexpensive to make. As a bonus you can control the salt. Commercial mixes have way too much salt for my tastes.

Store bought chili powder lacks authentic flavor. We like to make our own homemade chili powder which adds a tremendous boost to Chili, Tex-Mex or Mexican recipes.

Crockpot black bean tortilla soup that simmers all day on enchilada sauce, tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder. Finished with crisp homemade baked tortilla strips and fresh cilantro.

Easy vegetarian bean burritos: refried beans, seasoned taco filling, cheese, and taco sauce rolled in flour tortillas and warmed in minutes. A fast, freezer-friendly lunch or weeknight dinner.

A quick and easy enchilada sauce that you can make in about 10 minutes.

Mexican style flavors bring this shrimp and salsa dip to new heights.

There is no need to purchase the ready-made packet. Here's a quick and easy homemade Taco seasoning mix.

"SOUTH TO NORTH -- `Everything' Salsa Adds Zing to, Well, Everything." Jacqueline Higuera McMahan

A light, veggie-packed chicken soup with carrots, celery, zucchini, yellow squash, and rice, finished with fresh cilantro. Ranch-style comfort in 45 minutes.

Five-alarm salsa made with tomato purée, green chilies, onion, garlic, and lime, then water-bath canned for shelf-stable pantry heat. Five ingredients, two pints, serious kick.

No-bake Special K cookies with peanut butter, corn syrup, and sugar. Just five ingredients, ready in 20 minutes, and they freeze beautifully for make-ahead treats.

Meatless bulgur tamales wrap a savory filling of cracked wheat, tomatoes, pepper, and brown rice miso inside masa dough and corn husks. A hearty vegetarian Tex-Mex classic with deep umami and no meat required.

Smoky, tangy Texas pit barbecue sauce made with ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, this bold homemade BBQ sauce brings authentic Lone Star flavor to ribs, brisket, chicken, and more.

Nuevo frijoles puts a briny Mediterranean spin on Mexican pinto beans, simmered with green and black olives, pimentos, cumin and oregano. A vegan, big-flavored bean side with a twist.

Fresh red onion salsa with ripe tomatoes, cilantro, and parsley. A no-cook chunky salsa that's bright, herbaceous, and ready in 10 minutes flat.