Tag: Mexican

Chicken, Bean and Green Chile Empanadas

Baked Chicken, Bean and Cheese Empanadas

Do you love Mexican food, but hate the fact that all the good stuff is fried? Well, try these baked Empanadas!  I’m not saying they don’t pack some calories, but they’re definitely better than eating fast food or restaurant Mex. And obviously better on your budget. For less than $7 […]

Chicken Stuffed Poblano with Calabacitas

Chicken Stuffed Poblano Chile with Calabacitas

If you like stuffed bell pepper, you will LOVE stuffed Poblano! Add to the dish, Calabacitas, and you have a Southwestern meal that is so delicious, so rich, so pretty, you’ll want to share it with everyone!  Fresh and fun, and a little bit spicy.  Perfect for a dinner party […]

Chile Verde Smothered Burritos

Bean Burritos, Smothered in Chile Verde (Green Chile)

First things first. You need burritos, right? OK, that’s a no brainer. Just use my Saturday night Bean and Cream Cheese burritos (with or without ground beef) and you’re in business! Next, the main event. CHILE VERDE!!! This meal is a labor of love and each cook puts his or […]

Baja Cod Tacos with Spicy Slaw

Baja Fresh Fish Tacos with Spicy Cilantro Slaw

Living in San Diego, fish tacos are abundant. You can get them made from Ahi, Tilapia, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, even Shark. My favorite though is still Cod. So mild, so mellow, it just melts in your mouth. And since I like my fish naked (not breaded), this fish taco recipe […]

Chicken Flautas with Calabacitas (Fried Corn & Squash)

This simple flauta recipe will be a favorite for your family, just you watch! My kids devour these and hubby swears he won’t go back for seconds, but he always does. If I’m lucky, I have one leftover for my lunch. I’m usually not that lucky. It’s ok. I’d rather […]