Easy, healthy recipes with a southwestern flare
This recipe combines asparagus with chorizo, and a soft-boiled egg to make a quick and delicious dish. Replace the chorizo with bacon or cheese for a little change.
Eating Hoppin John (aka Black-eyed Peas) on New Years can lead to a prosperous and lucky New Year! Simply, Hoppin’ John is made with black-eyed peas, ham hock, vegetables, and ham or andouille served over rice and a side of buttermilk cornbread. I like to add a few greens to mine for an even healthier bowl of goodness.
What’s on your St. Patrick’s Day menu? This version of Shepherd’s Pie keeps the traditional layers of meat and mashed potatoes, mushrooms, corn, feta and is spiced up with Mexican chorizo and New Mexico red chile.
An Èn Papillote with sausage, an assorted of vegetables and herbs in a parchment pouch, baked for 30 minutes on the grill or in an oven, then served over brown or wild rice. Two methods for cooking the rice are included in this post.
A hearty and spicy tostada with scrambled eggs, sausage, chile, and few other simple ingredients. What a great way to start the day.
A quick and easy braised meat and vegetable dish with Italian Sausage, onion, bell pepper, and artichoke hearts. 15 minutes prep time, 30 minutes cook time.
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