Chile con Queso

3/4 cup green chile sauce3/4 cup chicken stock6 ounces mild Cheddar or a combination of    Cheddar and Monterey jack, gratedIn a heavy saucepan, bring the chile sauce and stock to a ...

Southwestern Skewers

9 to 12 servings1 cup sour cream 1 cup salsa 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix, divided 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or beef&n ...

Hot Artichoke Dip

1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated Romano cheese1 large clove garlic1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed,    firmly squeezed to remove moisture1 (6 1/4 ounce) jar artichoke ...

Fiesta Hot Bean Dip

2 cans refried beans2 tablespoons chopped jalape?o1/2 teaspoon jalape?o pepper juice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce6 tablespoons melted butterOnion saltCombine and heat.

French Fry Nachos

A classic southwestern appetizer with cheese, peppers, and fries. Gives a fun new look to a proven hit. Serves 81 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained 14 ounce mild salsa 1 teaspoon chili powder ...

Shrimp Ceviche

2 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled2 onions, chopped4 green chile peppers, chopped2 cups Mexican lime juice2 tablespoons black pepper1/8 cup white vinegarMix together in a glass bowl. Refrigerate for ...

Traditional Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

Serves 4 to 6.1 large can V-8 juice (spicy if desired) 2 avocados, chopped 2 cucumbers, seeded and chopped 1 medium red onion, chopped 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped 1 pound large ...

Mexican Style Chicken Wings

2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 pounds separated chicken wings2 cups enchilada sauce1 envelope taco seasoning mix1/2 cup finely chopped canned jalape?osIn a large skillet, heat the oil ov ...

Cheesy Nacho Dip

1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 package taco seasoning 1/4 cup bottled taco sauce1 (14 ounce) bottle mild salsa1 cup sour cream 8 ounces cream cheese, softenedChopped tomatoesChopped ...

Mexican Artichoke Dip

1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1 cup grated Parmesan cheese3/4 cup mayonnaise1 (4 ounce) can chopped chiles, undrainedCombine all ingredients; stir well. Spoon mixture ...