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I had been looking for a Tamale recipe for years. One day I went to the international market and stood in the Mexican aisle till a woman with a full cart came by. I just asked her if she knew how to make Tamales. This is her recipe with a few additions from me. This is great served with refried beans and a salad.

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Enchanted Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

Submitted by: Kate

Home Town: Los Alamos, New Mexico, USA

Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA

Sour cream and chicken fill these quick and easy enchiladas.

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Mexican Pesto

Submitted by: Ken from CA

Living In: Camarillo, California, USA

The classic pesto sauce gets a south of the border make over with cilantro, pepitas, chile, and Mexican cotija cheese.

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Pressure Cooker Carnitas

Submitted by: yellowpairs ♥

Living In: Meridian, Idaho, USA

Cubes of pork shoulder meat are browned, then cooked in a pressure cooker with poblano, jalapeno, and serrano peppers, onions, and spices to make tender seasoned meat that's perfect for tacos.

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Annie's Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Chips

Submitted by: Ann Page

This delicious salsa made with fresh kiwis, apples and berries is a sweet, succulent treat when served on homemade cinnamon tortilla chips. Enjoy it as a summer appetizer or an easy dessert.

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Taco Seasoning I

Submitted by: BILL ECHOLS

A mixture of spices that approximates what you might buy in a package. Depending on how spicy you and your family like your dishes, use as little or as much as you want.

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