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A small white ramekin filled with baked cheese topped with sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, and black olives sits on a wooden surface.

Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This tastes as good as it looks and just fifteen minutes ago it was a rotisserie chicken, a jar of salsa, and cheese!

Tags: entrees mexican
Tequila bottle with two iced lime cocktails on a wooden table, surrounded by candles, plants, and string lights.

Skinny Margaritas at home - Cinco de Mayo!

I love a good margarita… not frozen or green ones made with processed sugary mixers, but REAL ones made from tequila, lime juice and ice.
Tags: mexican parties
A platter of seasoned shrimp on lettuce leaves is arranged with lime slices, red onion, and a bowl of fresh salsa, set against a textured gray background.

Shrimp Tacos in Lettuce Cups

This dish is so delicious you'll wonder why its not on every Mexican menu - so fresh and flavorful with that pop of fresh lime and kick of chipotle!
Tags: entrees Fast Summer Meals fish & seafood lettuce wrap cup taco mexican
A baking tray displays seasoned chicken fillets alongside colorful sliced vegetables, including red and yellow bell peppers, tomatoes, and green peppers, ready for roasting.

Sheet Pan Meal: Chicken Fajitas

Faster than a speeding Domino's driver, more powerful than frozen pizza, able to leap onto a plate faster than take out.
Tags: entrees mexican sheet pan
Tall glass of watermelon lime drink with ice and mint, served beside a fresh watermelon slice.

Skinny Watermelon Sangria

A refreshing summer cocktail to serve on your patio - have a fun BBQ with good friends or family!

Tags: mexican parties Summer Cookout watermelon
Bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers on skewers arranged in a row on a white plate.

Grilled Jalapeno Party Poppers

Make these on the grill for your next party. YUM YUM!

Tags: Appetizers mexican parties Summer Cookout
A grilled chicken breast is topped with fresh salsa made of diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, served on a plate with a colorful garnish, showcasing a vibrant and appetizing dish.

Citrus Chicken with Tomato Salsa

Smoked Paprika elevates the flavor of the chicken cutlet to beyond, then fresh salsa turns it into a perfect bariatric dish that you can serve to guests at even the fanciest event!

Tags: entrees Italian mexican
Bowl of refried beans topped with eggs, ground meat, jalapeños, and red sauce on a yellow plate.

Enchilada Ricotta

This dish is Suzi Shaw's creative genius - its creamy, cheese and beefy - with the classic flavors of Mexico!
Tags: Beef entrees Fall Ground Beef mexican
Bowl of shrimp with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro on a colorful table setting.

Fiesta Shrimp Salad

Late summer produce is piled high and my backyard pot of cilantro needed trimming... and so Fiesta Shrimp Salad was born! Fast, Easy, Delicious and COOL.
Tags: entrees fish & seafood mexican salad
Close-up of a hearty soup with beans, corn, peppers, and meat in a decorative bowl.

Taco Soup

Delicious and simple to make.  A soup recipe designed for bariatric surgery recipients, but tasty enough for the entire family! You'll get hugs from everyone and feel great about it because it's a healthy option for everyone!
Tags: Beef entrees Ground Beef mexican soups Vegetable Dishes
Lettuce wraps filled with shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, and jalapeño slices are arranged on a light surface, accompanied by a bowl of salsa and lime wedges.

Cilantro Lime Chicken Lettuce Wrap Tacos

Just Delicious. There isn't a bit of cheese or sour cream in sight! There is plenty of flavor where we do not need to turn this meal into bad fast food.
Tags: entrees Fast Summer Meals lettuce wrap cup taco mexican
Cheesy chicken casserole slice topped with sour cream and herbs, served with fresh salad.

Chicken Taco Pie

Yep, from the folks who invented Cheeseburger Pie, we bring you Chicken Taco Pie.

Tags: entrees mexican
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