Few of us really want to know how many calories we’re eating in our Tex-Mex burritos, guacamole dip, tortilla chips, and margaritas. But it’s still a good thing to know (if at least to understand why – Oh, why! – you’ve gained a couple of pounds after a hearty and delicious Tex-Mex meal). So read below for the calorie counts …
When you think of Tex-Mex cuisine, you undoubtedly think of tacos, fajitas, burritos, and other main dishes that showcase steak, ground or shredded beef and pork. And while meat certainly adds great flavor and gusto to Tex-Mex dishes, Tex-Mex also moves easily to vegetarian. Take a look below for two easy vegetarian Tex-Mex recipes. Use Shredded Hearts of Palms for …
If you believe that Tex Mex food is unhealthy – all that cheese, all that beef, all those tortilla chips! – it’s time to modify that opinion:
They may not be true Mexican drinks, but thank goodness someone north of the border invented the margarita – so refreshing on a broiling day, so tasty! In order to make sure you serve up the ultimate margarita, begin with the tequila. This is the main ingredient and so you need to pay the most attention to the tequila.
As August arrives, the heat of summer in Texas feels as if it’s just getting started. So we feel August is prime time for holding the ultimate in summer parties. And Tex Mex cuisine will only add to the fun. Here are some ideas for the foods to serve at your ultimate summer party.
When you think of Tex Mex food – or even Mexican food – do you think only of beans, tacos and fajitas? Then your knowledge of Tex Mex/Mexican cuisine has some holes in it. Read below for some common misconceptions or even myths about Mexican/Tex Mex foods.
Eating Tex Mex cuisine has many benefits, most of which are related to our physical health. Some though, have nothing to do with eating and everything with our emotional wellness. Read below to learn what we mean.
Tex Mex cuisine is becoming so popular today that it’s easy to find complicated recipes for Tex Mex dishes. Or to find recipes for a recipes that are a fusion – if you will – of the best of Tex Mex and another type of cuisine. But let’s get back to basics! Read below for two quick and easy Tex …
Fajitas are not traditional Mexican food – they’re a modern creation, a delicious modern creation. Served sizzling hot, these dishes actually can be healthy (so long as you use a lean cut of beef). Take a look below at a recipe we believe can lead to the perfect fajita.
When it comes to your Fourth of July party, you want things simple. After all, you’ll probably be outdoors, it probably will be Texas hot (and that’s HOT!), and you may be by the pool and will want to enjoy lazing in it yourself. In fact, just because you’re the party host or hostess doesn’t mean you have to work …
If you want to start your children out on the right foot when it comes to making Tex Mex dishes at home, look no further than the wonderful quesadilla. This dish is the perfect Tex Mex dish to make with our kids or grandkids. Take a look below for an easy-to-create yet very healthy (lots of vegetables and chicken in …
We’ve put together a little glossary/dictionary of common and popular Tex Mex foods and words. Please understand that this is just a small sampling of the many different types of Tex Mex foods and dishes. A short Tex Mex glossary/dictionary for you!
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