Chicken Burritos

Chicken Burritos
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A Little Personal History: There’s nothing like a good burrito to fill you up when your on the go. Here’s my favorite chicken burrito. Print Recipe Chicken Burritos In Mexico, meat and refried beans are frequently the only fillings. In the United States, however, burrito fillings may include a combination of ingredients such as Mexican-style
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Beef Fajitas

Beef Fajitas
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A Little Personal History: While living in Houston, TX, whether at cook-off festivals, bbq’s or tex-mex restaurants; fajitas were standard fare. The meat choices, seasonings, marinades and sides always made for a great meal Print Recipe Beef Fajitas While this recipe uses the traditional marinaded beef skirt steak, transforming even this tough cut of meat to
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Guacamole

Guacamole
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A Little Personal History: Going all the way back to my high school years at Thacher, where avocados were in abundance (there was an avocado orchard), I’ve loved Guacamole. Here’s my favorite way of making, developed over years of trial and error. The secret’s in the hot peppers and sour cream. Description Guacamole sometimes informally referred to as
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Chili Cornbread Casserole

Chili Cornbread Casserole
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A Little Personal History: Needed to whip up a dish for my girls one night. Had some of my award winning chili left-over in the fridge. Wanted to create something that was tasty, filling and different. Something that after, any left-overs could be refrigerated or frozen, re-heated as a meal or late night snack and still taste
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Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo
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A Little Personal History: Pico de Gallo is one of my favorite Mexican salsas. Whether as a dip for chips, topping for salads, burritos, tacos,  pizza etc. it’s one of my go to salsas. Print Recipe Pico de Gallo Pico de Gallo is made from chopped tomato, onion, coriander leaves, fresh serranos (jalapeños or habaneros are
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Salsa Verde

Salsa Verde
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A Little Personal History: Salsa adds that special “zing” with so many things, regardless what’s being served. While there are more variations of salsa than the stars, here’s my favorite Salsa Verde (green chili sauce). Description: Salsa verde is a type of spicy green sauce in Mexican cuisine. It is based on Mexican green tomato
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Tex-Mex Banana’s Foster

Tex-Mex Banana’s Foster
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A Little Personal History: I’ve always loved a good banana’s foster. Here’s my south of the boarder twist on a great desert. Description:   Categories: Dessert Servings: 4 Time: – Preparation:   10 minutes – Cooking:         20 minutes Equipment: Measuring cups and spoons, 1 small bowl, 1 medium bowl, 1 large skillet, 1 wooden spoon, fork,
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Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Grilled Jalapeños

Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Grilled Jalapeños
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A Little Personal History: If you’d like to make some HOT appetizers, look no further than these bacon wrapped, stuffed grilled Jalapeños! Here’s my tried and true recipe. Description:   Categories: Appetizer Servings: 2 dozen stuffed peppers Time: – Preparation:   20 minutes – Cooking:         10-12 minutes Equipment: Cutting board and sharp knife and scissors, 2
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Breakfast Burrito

Breakfast Burrito
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A Little Personal History: I love burritos in the morning. They’re easy to eat, taste great and fill your belly for the day ahead. Here’s my favorite version. Description: Categories: Breakfast Servings: 4 servings Time: – Preparation:   30 minutes – Cooking:         20 minutes Equipment: Large skillet and microwave, paper towels, cutting board and knifes,grater, measuring
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Huevos Rancheros

Huevos Rancheros
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A Little Personal History: Living in Houston during my 20s, I used to love going to Tex-Mex restuarants. I even worked at one. Especially after a tough night of partying, nothing like a good Huevos Rancheros to start off your morning. Description: Huevos Rancheros (Spanish for “eggs ranch-style”) is a traditional Mexican country breakfast. The
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