I make this dish for my husband once a year on his birthday (sometimes twice if he’s lucky - on Father’s Day) and he coined it “Better Than [Rick] Bayless” enchiladas. As a cook, there’s no greater compliment than that when talking about homemade Mexican food. Although time consuming, this dish isn’t hard, and it’s well worth the efforts. I usually make the salsa the day before (or a few days) and sometimes even the filling. So on the “big day,” all you have to do is compile the dish. Now pour yourself a margarita and enjoy one of our favorite meals.
Read MoreChicken Chili with Beans and Salsa
I first saw this recipe on The Chew (I can’t believe it’s being canceled!). Clinton Kelly’s version, however, was made with cream and dumplings and although delicious (I tried that tantalizing method first), this tastes just as good and is way healthier. I stuffed it with even more veggies, and added rice for a starchy component. I promise, you won’t even miss the “good stuff.” It’s officially one of my family’s favorite soups.
Read MorePork Pot Roast with Chipotle Tomato Sauce
This dish is a little more work than a traditional slow cooker recipe because you have to sear the meat, blend the sauce and sauté the veggies before starting the slow-cooking process. BUT...it's worth the extra 30 minutes of prep because this pork roast falls apart and melts like butter in your mouth. A little spicy, a lot hot, this soup warms you from the inside out.
Read MoreChicken Tortilla Soup
I've got a thing for healthy, easy, slow cooker recipes. This chicken tortilla soup is one of my absolute favorites - it almost makes my husband cry, it's so good. I wish I could brag that it was harder to make, or took more time, but this is really soooooooo easy. I promise you'll thank me for this one.
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