Tailgate Queso Dip

Yield: 12 servings

Tailgate Queso Dip

Tailgate Queso Dip

Spicy diced tomatoes with green chilies and lots of cheese are cooked and blended until cheese is melted for a quick, crowd-pleasing dip.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 box 16 ounce mild Mexican processed cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 can 15 ounce chili hot beans, drained
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cans 10 ounce petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef and garlic until beef is thoroughly cooked, drain well.
  • Add processed cheese, beans and onion; stir to combine. Heat mixture until hot and cheese is melted. Before serving add cheddar cheese and diced tomatoes with green chilies; stir to combine.
  • Serve with pita chips, tortilla chips or veggies of your choice

Southwest Salsa Burgers

Yield: 6 servings

Southwest Salsa Burgers

Southwest Salsa Burgers

A simple way to spruce up your burgers. Cook out on the grill, or just fry in a pan indoors. Serve on buns with this delicious homemade salsa.

Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 grilled hamburger patties
  • 6 hamburger buns
  • 2 (10 ounce) cans petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

• Combine drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, green onions, garlic and jalapeno pepper in a large bowl.
• In a separate bowl combine vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, cumin, salt and black pepper; stir until blended.
• Pour vinegar mixture over tomato mixture; tossing to coat. Chill one hour before serving.
• Toast both halves of bun. Place grilled burger on bottom toasted bun. Spoon ¼ cup tomato mixture in center of burger, put toasted bun half on top.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Yield: 8 servings, 1 cup each

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken Tortilla Soup

So much flavor in under 45 minutes! Zesty Petite Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies, pairs perfectly with juicy chicken, crisp corn, black beans and classic Mexican spices in this warm and savory tortilla soup. Just before serving, top with avocado, fresh squeezed lime juice and cool sour cream.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped onions
  • 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cans 14.5 oz cans low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 3 cans 10 oz petite diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 – 10 oz package frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ¼ teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon each chili powder and cumin
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons cornmeal mixed with ½ cup water
  • Tortilla Chips
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

• In a large soup pot sauté onions and green bell pepper in oil until tender. Add chicken broth, shredded chicken, petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, black beans, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, tomato paste and cornmeal mixture. Bring to a boil.
• Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes.
• Spoon soup into serving bowl. Top with tortilla chips and cheese.
• Optional garnish: several ½-inch pieces of avocado and a spoon full of sour cream along with a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Other toppings could include diced onion, pico de gallo or cilantro.

One Pot Taco Pasta

Yield: 8 servings

One-Pot Taco Pasta

One-Pot Taco Pasta

This pasta is a perfect one-pot meal! Made with ground turkey, diced tomatoes with green chilies, pasta, corn, and black beans, seasoned with taco spices and shredded Mexican cheese. Easy and delish!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 can 10oz petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 box 12oz short cut pasta (rotini or penne or the like)
  • 1 can 15oz can corn, drained
  • 1 can 15oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add onion and red bell pepper. Increase heat to high and add the ground turkey. Cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and chicken stock.
• Stir in diced tomatoes with green chilies, corn, black beans and dry pasta. Bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for about 15 minutes. Uncover and stir every 2-3 minutes until thicken. Season with salt and pepper.
• Remove from heat, top with shredded Mexican cheese and serve.

Creamy Tortellini Soup

Yield: 5 servings

Creamy Tortellini Soup

Creamy Tortellini Soup

This soup will get you through a chilly winter! It’s creamy, dreamy, warms you up and fills you up!

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 leek, white and light green parts only, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cans 8oz tomato sauce
  • 1 can 10oz petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 box 32oz vegetable stock
  • Parmesan cheese rind, optional
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 10oz package tortellini
  • 5 cups kale, roughly chopped
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

• Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, leeks, carrots, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until vegetables begin to soften.
• Add the tomato sauce and diced tomatoes with green chilies, vegetable stock, and the parmesan rind if using. Stir well. Simmer 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
• Add tortellini, kale and heavy cream. Stir to combine. Simmer until kale is wilted and the tortellini is cooked through. Remove parmesan rind. Taste and adjust seasoning.
• Serve in bowls. Top with parsley, grated parmesan cheese & fresh cracked black pepper.

Cheesy Chicken Buffalo Dip

Yield: 10 servings, 1/4 cup servings

Cheesy Chicken Buffalo Dip

Cheesy Chicken Buffalo Dip

Chicken and buffalo wing sauce come together in this cheesy dip version of your favorite game-day dish. Score!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 package 8oz cream cheese
  • ½ cup classic ranch dressing
  • 1 can 10oz petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • ¼ cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
  • ½ teaspoon each onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix together cream cheese, ranch dressing and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Add chicken, seasoning, sugar and cheese; mix well.
• Spoon into a 1 quart shallow baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
• Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through. Stir before serving.
• Serve with chips or celery and carrot sticks.