Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with these essential recipes! The month of May is just loaded with so many great occasions to celebrate. In my opinion, May is the initial start to summer; and that means sharing some refreshing cocktails outdoors with friends, and of course, some great food. Cinco de Mayo embodies both of those great ideas, and any excuse to have a tangy margarita along with some Mexican food has my name written all over it.
Poblano Cheese Quesadilla
Quesadilla may be my middle name. I mean they are just the perfect answer to fill up some boozy party guests or a quick weeknight meal. Upgrade your quesadilla game by using Pimento Cheese or better yet, Poblano Cheese instead. Consider making minis for parties and serving them up in holders made of lime wedges or purple cabbage. Don’t forget the fixings either. Create a complete spread by serving them up with salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.
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BAKED CORN DIP
Summer means corn and lots of it. I just can’t get enough of this sweet stuff. As a prelude to summer gatherings to come, add a bit of corn to your Cinco menu this year with a warm, gooey dip sure to make your tastes buds sing!
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GRILLED BELL PEPPERS
Summer grilling season has arrived. Step away from the mundane burger and hotdog staples with these super delicious and flavor-packed grilled, stuffed bell peppers. A hearty filling with a tex-mex twist pairs perfectly with the char-grilled taste of the pepper. For a burst of color, consider using red, orange, or yellow bell peppers instead of the traditional green.
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SPICY POBLANO CHEESE
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Pimento cheese is an undisputed Southern staple. And a must on menus for any gathering from showers to fiestas. Yes, I said fiesta. But, Pimento Cheese is a tad boring and sometimes flavorless. So we set out to recreate a flavor filled, pack-a-punch spread that will knock your socks off. The result is a Spicy Poblano Cheese that’s just as at home on a tortilla as it is a cracker.
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OPEN FACE CHICKEN TORTA
Let me begin by saying that any holiday that promotes tequila drinking and incredibly lively music is something I totally embrace. Cinco de Mayo is most certainly that day. As with any holiday, a well-laden spread of bold, flavorful food is a must have. This year, I’m skipping the tacos, the enchiladas, the tamales, and opting for hearty tortas instead. Not to worry, there will be nachos, I assure you.
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JALAPENO SANGRIA
Liven up your Cinco de Mayo with a make-ahead, refreshing sangria instead of the traditional margarita. Don’t get me wrong. I love a good margarita. Probably a little too much, but that’s for another day. But for this Cinco celebration, I decided to switch things up a bit. No need to get technical here. Begin by first using a good red wine such as cabernet, merlot, pinot, shiraz, malbec, or just go with a blend. Booze is booze at the end of the day. Add some latin elements like lime, mango, and jalapeno. Pour in a bit of sugar or agave nectar and let that rest overnight in the fridge. Just before serving, pour a lemon-lime soda to add a little fizz. Serve up in a sugar rimmed glass with some fresh cilantro and slice of jalapeno for garnish. Good luck nailing the pinata after a couple of these!
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SOUTHWEST STUFFED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
Roasted butternut squash with a southwest twist features a spicy, robust filling of peppers, kale, and beef. Topped with cheese and a squeeze of lime these squash are a fun twist on a traditional enchilada without all that guilt.
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