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Latest Recipes
Black Bean Mole
Beans, Green Chile, Red Chile, Vegetarian EntreesA bowl of black beans season with the flavors of a red mole – red chiles, green chile, and a mix of herbs and spices.
Refrigerator Chicken and Vegetable Soup
How To, Soups & StewsThis Chicken and Vegetable Soup was made using the week’s leftovers – the last of a roasted chicken, some leftover green beans, and fingerling potatoes, and few other fresh vegetables I had in the fridge.
A Collection of Kabocha Squash Recipes
Lists and Round UpsIn a recent search of Kabocha squash recipes, I was pleasantly surprised at the number of recipes I found and their creativity. So instead of keeping these finds to myself, I put together this collection of Kabocha squash recipes to share with all.
Tarragon Lemon Quick Bread
Bread, BreakfastA unique, semi-sweet quick bread with tarragon and black pepper. I know that sounds a little strange, but this bread is SO good. Makes a wonderful breakfast as well as a nice complement to you afternoon tea.
Roasted Red Chile Spread
Condiments & Spices, Red ChileA Roasted Red Chile Spread made with a mix of fresh red chiles, olive oil, garlic and onion. Use on sandwiches, spread on a cracker, tossed with pasta, or add to soups, stir fries, or just about any dish in which you want that spicy, sweet flavor of red chile.
Posole with Italian Sausage and Kale
Beef, Pork, Lamb, Soups & StewsNot a traditional New Mexican posole, but a posole none the less. Posole with Italian sausage, chile (of course), tomatoes and kale. Hearty and delicious.
Pico de Gallo with Pickled Peppers and Chipotle
Appetizers & Starters, Condiments & Spices, Red Chile, SnacksA pico de gallo made with homemade pickled peppers, fresh tomatoes, and a few chipotle flakes. A different take on chips and salsa.
Quick and Easy Pickled Peppers
Condiments & Spices, Green Chile, Red ChileWhy pay a fortune for pickled peppers when you can make your own so easily. Create a beautiful jar of pickled peppers in just 20 minutes.
Grilled Cheese with Urfa Biber Chile (A roasted red chile)
Sandwiches, Small Business Friends, Vegetarian EntreesPersonally, I find a grilled cheese sandwich with ONLY cheese to be rather boring. However, add some roasted urfa biber chile or any roasted red chile along with toasted pinon nuts for a delightful bite.
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