Chicken Tortilla Bake

Chicken Tortilla Bake with Lattice

I usually have a pretty good idea of whether a new recipe will be good or not.  But this one far exceeded my expectations.  See what you think. Ingredients: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes ½ teaspoon ground cumin ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes … [Read more...]

Layered Taco Dip

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I have not eaten this dip.  I don’t like miracle whip and I don’t like sour cream.  But everybody else loves it.  And it’s easy.  So here you go: Ingredients:  1 cup miracle whip light dressing 1 cup low fat (or not fat) sour cream 1 can (4 oz.) green chilies (optional – I omit) 1 package taco seasoning mix chopped green onions, tomatoes, lettuce, black olives, cheese, … [Read more...]

5 Things to Do with a Tortilla!

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Tortillas are technically a Hispanic food but they can be used for far more than taco meat  and refried beans. Here are 5 great lunch ideas . . . all made with tortillas! Tortilla Pizza Quesadilla - Use a greased frying pan on medium heat to begin warming your first tortilla.  Add pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni and anything else you like on your pizza. Top with another tortilla and … [Read more...]