Category Archives: mexican and tex mex recipes

Spanish Rice

Posted on June 10, 2011 by tasteinspired

For years I have wanted to have my own spanish rice recipe similar to those you find at Mexican restaurants. This recipe comes as close to restaurant style as you can find. Perfect for those Tex Mex evenings when going to … Continue reading →

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fish tacos with a poblano and toasted corn hash

Posted on April 9, 2011 by tasteinspired

When days are warmer and nights are longer, our dinners tend to get later and later. This is okay as it gives everyone time to play outside and work in the yard. Tacos can be such an easy meal if … Continue reading →

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Chicken Fajitas

Posted on March 25, 2011 by tasteinspired

Fajitas are an excellent dinner choice when your craving some Mexican food and want to keep your meal a bit lighter and healthier. There is nothing fried and fajitas don’t need to be laden with cheese. This is a quick and easy … Continue reading →

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smokey black bean dip

Posted on February 5, 2011 by tasteinspired

Dips and appetizers have been on my mind as we are approaching the big game day. With leftover black beans in the refrigerator, it seemed only appropriate to come up with a good black bean dip. This dip has a … Continue reading →

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rajas con crema (poblanos with cream)

Posted on February 3, 2011 by tasteinspired

  Rajas is a traditional Mexican condiment consisting of strips of poblano chilies and onions, thus ‘Rajas’ means strips. In this particular recipe, the strips of roasted poblanos and onions are married with melted cheese and cream. Perhaps this recipe eventually evolved into … Continue reading →

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beer margaritas (limeade margaritas)

Posted on January 31, 2011 by tasteinspired

This is a great inexpensive drink that requires little effort, especially if hosting a Superbowl party… It takes little preparation and a few ingredients. The limeade and tequila could be mixed ahead of time but it would be best to add the … Continue reading →

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chicken enchilada soup

Posted on November 20, 2010 by tasteinspired

  this is a hearty soup that could be called a stew. it is perfect for a cold evening when the soul needs some warmth and some spice. this soup definately has heat because of the peppers. it is a heat … Continue reading →

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green chili, not your standard chili con carne

Posted on October 14, 2010 by tasteinspired

  this recipe caught my eye and jamie oliver’s simple approach did as well. don’t be mislead by the word ‘chili’ as this dish does not resemble a standard chili in any way. this chili is dense, packed with flavor, and not … Continue reading →

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