Southwestern Holiday/Event Recipes

"This differs from other bloody bulls in that there is more "bull" in it. The ratio of tomato juice to beef boullion is 50/50. To give it that rustic cowboy feel, I add coarse black pepper and celery seeds. We like them without Vodka for breakfast, and call them "Kickin' Calves", so we don't add the vodka until making individual..."

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Ingredients: fresh ground black pepper, red pepper sauce...

"Tilapia may be substituted, but it's difficult to grill without a grill basket. In the last few 10-15 seconds, warm the tortillas on the grill. The fish may, also, be prepared stovetop by frying the fish in a little olive oil or butter."

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Ingredients: ground cumin, fresh ground pepper...

"I made up this salad based on salads of the same type you get in restaurants. I sometimes add hard-boiled egg if I have time or in the mood. My favorite is to add chicken that has been grilled with bbq sauce, then it's a meal."

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Ingredients: corn tortilla strips, cucumbers...

"Here's a super tasty fresh and simple salad that's good for you, too. I enjoyed my salad with handcrafted Humboldt Fog aged goat cheese, some toasted walnuts and a light drizzle of tarragon-olive oil dressing, but you may use whatever cheese, nuts and dressing you like. Enjoy!"

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Ingredients: goat cheese, fresh strawberries...

"Pistachio Cupcakes with Maraschino Cherry Italian Buttercream"

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Ingredients: instant pistachio pudding mix, egg whites...

"Serve these albóndigas (meatballs) skewered as appetizers. A squeeze of lime brings out their meaty richness. (Note: Meatballs can be formed and skewered, but not cooked, 1 day ahead and chilled.) A Gourmet Magazine recipe."

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Ingredients: cilantro, ground cumin...

"A Food Channel recipe. ¡Olé!"

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Ingredients: adobo seasoning, mayonnaise...

"One of the best hand pies you'll ever eat. From Handheld Pies authored by Rachel Wharton and Sarah Billingsley. A great book that can be purchased through Amazon."

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Ingredients: ground cumin, corn, cornmeal...

"These little guacamole bites are over the top addictive! They are so unique as well. A great addition to any appetizer platter. Serve with a salsa based dip for a perfect balance of flavour. :-) These do require some prep time, but are well worth the effort for these once in awhile, indulgent, treats. **note** prep time does NOT include freezing..."

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Ingredients: cilantro, dry breadcrumbs...

"A versatile and filling stove-top recipe than can be used as is, wrapped in a warmed tortilla or eaten with crispy tortilla chips."

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Ingredients: cilantro, corn, cumin...

"The garlic onion stack turned out to be one of the number one selling appetizers at Johnny Garlic's restaurant, owned by Guy Fieri. This is from his cookbook, Guy Fieri's Food. Guy says this isn't difficult, but allow yourself enough time(it has to sit 12-24 hours in fridge) . Enjoy!"

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Ingredients: cilantro, fresh ground black pepper...