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"This is a true Tex-Mex recipe concocted by a distant relative stationed at the Alamo nearly 160 years ago. According to family lore, he was out looking for some good tomatoes when Santa Ana attacked the now famous Texas landmark. Luckily, our relative kept this recipe in the lining of his coon-skin cap, and both he and his avocado dip lived to fight..."

Ingredients: cilantro, jalapeno peppers...

"This appetizer proves that cheesecake is not just for dessert. Very good and the presentation of this is impressive. Enjoy! HELPFUL HINT: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands and avoid touching your face. Prep time includes overnight refrigeration."

Ingredients: cornmeal, cream cheese...

"Okay, I have made this in the past for "Mexican" night & poker nights... but then we had this again a few weeks ago at a friends party and just had to post the recipe for easy access & safe keeping. There are several recipes out there for this casserole, but they are all different. This one has no eggs (which seems to be hard to..."

Ingredients: creamed corn, sour cream...

"I came up with this the other day with all of the left over Thanksgiving turkey."

Ingredients: cumin, cooked turkey...

"Delicious, sophisticated brownies that are great during the holidays as well as to finish a Mexican meal. While there are a lot of steps, it's actually a pretty easy dish to make and enjoy. Adapted from "Layers of Flavor" by Ray Overton."

Ingredients: semisweet mini chocolate chips, Kahlua...

"These are great for parties, holidays or for a late night snack. I love the crescent dough for a change from the tortillas. One thing I know is, they will disappear in no time!"

Ingredients: cream cheese, garlic salt...

"These are the best sweet potatoes ever. My mother taught me how to make these and it is a tradition at our home to have them. We never have any left. You can double the batch for big family gatherings too. We do all the time. I am now getting my husbands family hooked on these wonderful potatoes.:)"

Ingredients: miniature marshmallows, sweet potatoes...

"From Esperanza's Cafe (Joe T. Garcia's Bakery), Fort Worth courtesy of Texas Monthly magazine."

Ingredients: cinnamon, dry yeast, ginger...

"Courtesy of Gourmet Magazine. This is like a cross between pumpkin pie and flan. It is easy to make and looks impressive. You can use Cinnamon/Nutmeg Whipped Cream or Cinnamon Whipped Cream for the whipped cream. Prep time includes refrigeration."

Ingredients: cinnamon, ground allspice...

"This is a recipe that I originally found in "Taste of Home" magazine in 2000. I have changed it a little to fit my families tastes. I have also entered my version in the NC Turkey Cooking Contest this year........Wouldn't it be great if I won?? :-)"

Ingredients: cilantro, pepper, cream cheese...

"This needs to be refrigerated before serving but is a very quick appetizer to throw together."

Ingredients: cream cheese, green chilies...

"Great munchies for a party, or just to keep around to snack on or sprinkle over a salad. Don't think of pumpkin seeds just as a Halloween treat--they taste delicious and have many health benefits as well. Adjust the cayenne to suit your own taste and heat tolerance (I used the full amount and next time will probably add more). Adapted from Bon..."

Ingredients: cinnamon, ground cumin...

"A co-worker of mine always made this taco dip and ever since I stole the recipe from her it's been a big hit anywhere I bring it. Be prepared for this to always be your "thing" to bring! You can also easily jazz up this taco dip to your liking by adding the toppings you like!"

Ingredients: cream cheese, sour cream...

"A cross between flan and cheesecake with cajeta (a Mexican goat's milk caramel) I buy cajeta at a local latino market."

Ingredients: eggs, evaporated milk, salt...