This salsa tastes like summer in a bowl! If you haven’t tried fruit salsa before, give it a try now. It’s fresh, sweet, and spicy, and great on salty tortilla chips. Serve poolside with an icy frozen margarita (OK, now I’m just daydreaming…) Thanks to my friend Lindsey for this recipe–I added a few...
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I found this recipe in Women’s Day magazine. It’s full of flavor and packed with veggies. Next time you want Mexican, give this a try for something different! Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 lb. zucchini, diced (about 3 cups) 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with chilies 1...
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It’s summer so bust out that grill and try these incredible marinated chicken breasts!! This KP original recipe makes perfectly flavorful and moist chicken that’s perfect for fajitas or served along side Slow Cooker Refried Beans, Kentucky Spoon Bread, or Mexican Rice and Beans. And of course this goes great with a frosty, citrussy, frozen...
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Ever thought you could make home-made refried beans?? Well you can! This recipe from my friend Karen is super easy and super healthy! No lard or fat added like at restaurants. Let these beans slow cook all day while you also make Creamy Chicken Enchiladas or Monterey Chicken for a complete Mexican meal. And...
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Yep, you read that right–corn and blueberries together in a salad! (Well, it’s kinda like a salsa too.) Salad or salsa–it’s SO GOOD! It’s fresh and summery–sweet from honey and smoky from cumin. It’s particularly tasty paired with grilled chicken, steak or salmon. Be brave and give it a try. I pulled this recipe from Better...
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Good things happen when you make this dip!! Friends come together, laughter erupts, stories are shared, and most of all mouths get fed! Serve with tortilla chips and see what happens Ingredients: 2 cans refried beans 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup mayo 1 packet taco seasoning mix 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced Juice from 1/2 fresh...
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This is a delicious recipe for fresh salsa with a twist! The flavors of fresh fruit and black beans go great together! Ingredients: 1 can (16 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed 3 Tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, minced 1 can (20 oz.) fresh pineapple, diced 2 Tablespoons pineapple juice Garlic salt...
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Here’s all the taste of tamales, without all the work. This casserole is delicious! And pretty easy too. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal. Recipe comes from Good Housekeeping. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 lb. ground beef Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1...
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Holy mole! (I couldn’t resist.) This chicken is fantastic! If you think you won’t like chocolate with your poultry–TRUST ME on this–you will. After cooking all day in the spices and tomatoes, the chicken doesn’t taste like chocolate at all. Serve this with Roasted Smashed Sweet Potatoes and fresh corn on the cob. Or for a more traditional side,...
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By now you must know how much I love Mexican food. Well this KP original soup is no exception–I love it! And if you go lightly on the toppings, it’s a fairly healthy way to enjoy Mexican. This soup cooks up in less than an hour and is equally delicious right away or as...
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