Julia Estrada Chiles en nogada is a celebratory dish most closely associated with Independencia, or Mexican Independence Day. Celebrated every September 16, it commemorates the end of Spain’s rule over Mexico. Place raisins in a small bowl and cover with hot water. Photo:Julia Estrada Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat until it shimmers. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Cook, using a wooden spatula to break up the ground beef, until browned, about 6 minutes....

Make nachos a healthy dinner when you top them with an easy 30-minute chili. Serve this healthy recipe with sliced scallions, avocado, fresh tomatoes and sour cream, if desired. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano and coriander; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add tomatoes (with their juice) and water and simmer for 5 minutes. Top chips with the chili and cheese. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 7 minutes....

This recipe is great for meal prep. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, combine 1 tablespoon oil, chili powder, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Place chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and rub with the spice mixture. Let rest for 15 minutes, then slice or chop. Serve the chicken and salsa with the rice. Tips To Make Ahead: Refrigerate for up to 4 days....

Transform steak into a nutritious meal by serving it atop this lively Southwest-inspired salad recipe. If you make the dressing when you marinate the steak, this meal comes together quickly. Combine oil, garlic, chili powder, cocoa, cumin, cinnamon, pepper, and 1/4 tsp. salt in a small bowl. Rub the mixture on both sides of the steak. Cover and refrigerate for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. To cook steak: Preheat grill to medium-high....

Tilapia, a relatively plentiful fish, has the unfortunate reputation of being dull. All it needs is a spice rub, a familiar barbecuing technique that works just as well indoors. You could also use this rub on chicken breasts or toss it with lightly oiled shrimp before cooking. Transfer to a large plate, spreading out to cool. Combine chili powder, garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat....

Have diabetes and love Chinese food? You’re not alone, of course! There are several ways to diversify your diabetes-friendly diet. Photo: Eva Kolenko Higher-Carb Ingredients Rice You could say rice isingrainedin Chinese cuisine, and for good reason. The grain’s versatility is practically endless. Cooked rice is commonly served plain to accompany and enhance countless savory dishes. It’s also often offered mixed into stir-fried dishes with ingredients such as meat and vegetables....

These spicy chipotle tacos are the perfect choice for your next taco night. Prepare Chipotle Beef Tacos: Coat a 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium. Add onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes or just until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Transfer onion mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the next eight ingredients (through salt). Cover and blend or process until smooth. In skillet cook ground beef over medium-high until browned....

Place in a large pot and add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat. Adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover and cook until tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Photo: Ellen Silverman (Alternatively, cook peas in a pressure cooker or slow cooker.) Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the cooking liquid and drain the peas. Heat oil in the pot over medium heat....

This easy-to-make and meal-prep burrito bowl is even better than takeout! We love this with chicken but it would be just as delicious with shrimp. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is softened, about 5 minutes. Cover and keep warm. Position a rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler to high....

Serve this slightly spicy slaw as a sideor toppingon taco night. Add cabbage, cilantro, scallions and 2 tablespoons pepitas; toss to coat well. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons pepitas. Photo: Jacob Fox Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

Discover how this protein stacks up to steak, pork, plant-based and other chicken options on the menu. And as far as those animal sources go, chicken reigns supreme. According to estimates from theUSDA, the average American consumes about 102 pounds of chicken per year. Getty Images more than we eat of turkey and fish or seafood. So why this recipe, and why now? So Is Chipotle’s Chicken Al Pastor Healthy? Chicken al pastor does stand outand not in the best wayin terms of one other feature: sodium....

In a large bowl combine the reserved chicken-vegetable mixture, the flour, and cooked pasta. Spread into a 3-quart rectangular baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 15 to 20 minutes more or until heated through. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

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