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50+ Easy Tex-Mex Recipes (The BEST Tacos, Sides, & MORE!)

BySamantha Skaggs

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This scrumptious collection of Tex-Mex Recipes is perfect for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo, or any day of the year! From tacos to enchiladas, from salsa to queso, from rice to beans, from drinks to dessert (and so much more!), these classic recipes are easy to make from scratch and absolutely mouthwatering.

Tex Mex recipes, four-photo collage showing enchiladas, tacos, beans, and chips and dip.

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Having grown up in Texas and living here all my life, I feel like I have a fine-tuned appreciation for good Tex-Mex food. It's my family's favorite type of cuisine, and it's everyone's first choice when we go out to eat at a restaurant.

Tex-Mex is also the first thing my kids request that I make for dinner, any day of the week. So over the years, I've assembled quite a collection of our favorites!

These Tex-Mex recipes are tried-and-true, they're bursting with flavor, and they're easy to make. I hope you love them as much as we do!

Tex-Mex Dips

  1. RESTAURANT-STYLE SALSA
Aerial view of Canned Tomato Salsa Recipe in bowl.
Easy Restaurant-Style Salsa
Fresh, homemade, easy salsa with canned tomatoes is the BEST! It takes just a few minutes to throw together in the blender or food processor and it rivals the best restaurant-style salsa!
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  1. CREAMY JALAPEÑO DIP
Chip dipped into Chuy's Creamy Jalapeño Dip.
Creamy Jalapeño Dip
This all-natural copycat recipe of the popular dip from Chuy's is made with just a handful of real ingredients including fresh jalapeños, cilantro, and salsa verde!
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  1. EASY BEAN DIP
Ultimate Bean Dip ~ requiring a handful of simple ingredients -- refried beans, cream cheese, salsa, pepper jack, and cilantro -- and taking just 10 minutes to make, this stove-top appetizer recipe is creamy and cheesy...the perfect snack for parties or for watching the big game! | FiveHeartHome.com
Amazing Bean Dip
This delicious dip is a creamy, cheesy, easy, stove-top recipe requiring only SIX ingredients and just TEN minutes!
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  1. TEX-MEX CORN DIP
Close-up aerial view of The Best Corn Dip made with fresh or frozen corn.
Tex-Mex Corn Dip
This creamy, cheesy dip features sweet corn and is laced with Tex-Mex flavors including cumin, a touch of jalapeño, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for summer parties, tailgating, or year-round entertaining, it can be made with fresh corn, frozen corn, or even canned corn!
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  1. HEALTHY BLACK BEAN DIP
Aerial view of Black Bean Dip in bowl.
Easy Black Bean Dip
Flavored with fresh garlic, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and cumin, this dip is healthy, zesty, and equally delicious scooped up with tortilla chips or raw veggies!
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  1. BEEF ENCHILADA DIP
Beef Enchilada Dip being scooped up by a tortilla chip.
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Dip
This creamy, cheesy recipe boasts the delicious flavor of beef enchiladas in an easy-to-make, addictive dip...perfect for parties, get-togethers, and game day!
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  1. CREAMY SALSA DIP
Creamy Salsa Dip close-up on a tortilla chip.
Creamy Salsa Dip
Light in calories, bursting with flavor, and easy to make with only FOUR simple ingredients -- salsa, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and fresh cilantro -- this recipe is also delicious over salads as Creamy Salsa Dressing!
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  1. WHITE SPINACH QUESO
White Spinach Queso in a bowl.
White Spinach Queso
This creamy, addictive, effortless dip is made with four simple ingredients: cream cheese, Monterey Jack, salsa verde, and fresh chopped spinach!
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  1. HOT TACO DIP
Hot Taco Dip scooped up by a tortilla chip.
Hot Taco Dip
This cheesy dip is loaded with taco seasoned beef, cream cheese, cheddar, salsa, and cilantro for a popular party appetizer or tailgating snack!
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  1. MEXICAN STREET CORN DIP
Ultimate Mexican Street Corn Dip.
Ultimate Mexican Street Corn Dip
This warm, creamy dip is loaded with a mouthwatering combo of ingredients...corn, cotija cheese, avocado, bacon, jalapeños, cilantro, and chipotle chile powder for the perfect amount of smoky heat!
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  1. CHEDDAR + SOUR CREAM QUESO
Cheddar and Sour Cream Queso ~ instead of processed cheese, this creamy dip boasts loads of flavor from all natural ingredients | {Five Heart Home}
Cheddar & Sour Cream Queso
Zesty, creamy queso is made with cheddar cheese and flavored with garlic, jalapeños, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro for a delicious dip or decadent topping for your favorite Mexican food.
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  1. CHICKEN ENCHILADA DIP
Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Dip | {Five Heart Home}
Chicken Enchilada Dip
This creamy, zesty dip features chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, green chiles, and seasonings for a melty, delicious snack!
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Tex-Mex Main Dishes

  1. SLOW COOKER BARBACOA
Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa
Slow Cooker Barbacoa
Effortlessly made in the crock pot, this succulent barbacoa is flavored with smoked chipotles in adobo, fresh garlic and cilantro, and Mexican spices, resulting in a tender, juicy filling for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, or a tasty topping for salads and rice bowls!
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  1. TAMALE PIE
Tamale Pie recipe served on a plate with avocado tomato salad on the side.
Tamale Pie
A zesty, flavorful ground beef filling with a delicious baked masa topping makes an easy dinner that tastes amazingly like a beef tamale and can easily be made gluten-free!
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  1. CHICKEN ENCHIILADA CASSEROLE
Chicken Enchilada Casserole in glass baking dish.
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This decadent casserole features salsa verde, green chiles, and a creamy homemade sauce for the great flavor of enchiladas without the work of rolling them!
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  1. SLOW COOKER SHREDDED CHICKEN
Aeriel view of Crockpot Shredded Chicken Tacos on white plate.
Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos
Shredded chicken tacos are easy to make in the crock pot with just SIX simple ingredients. This flavorful, versatile recipe can not only be used for tacos, but also for burritos, nachos, quesadillas, and more!
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  1. INSTANT POT SHREDDED CHICKEN
Aerial view of Instant Pot Chicken Tacos on plate.
Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
Or toss those same six ingredients into the pressure cooker instead for tender, flavorful chicken to use in all of your favorite Tex-Mex recipes!
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  1. SLOW COOKER SHREDDED BEEF
Shredded Beef Tacos Crock Pot on platter and plate of tacos.
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos
This shredded beef taco filling is infused with flavor and effortless to make in the slow cooker. And it's not only delicious in tacos, but it’s also perfect for nachos, burritos, sandwiches, and so much more!
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  1. KING RANCH CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Serving of King Ranch Chicken Casserole on plate with beans.
King Ranch Chicken Casserole
This cozy, authentic, from-scratch comfort food recipe has melty layers of chicken, tortillas, and cheese with a simple homemade sauce and NO canned condensed soups!
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  1. TACO RICE SKILLET
Taco Hamburger Helper on plate with side salad.
Taco Rice Skillet
This quick, easy, one-pan copycat recipe of Taco Hamburger Helper is made with just FIVE real, all-natural ingredients in under 30 minutes!
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  1. LOADED MEXICAN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE
Mexican Cornbread Casserole on plate with limes.
Mexican Cornbread Casserole
This easy, comforting dinner features a layer of taco-seasoned ground beef mixed with salsa, black beans, corn, and olives, and topped with green chile cheddar cornbread!
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  1. SLOW COOKER CARNITAS
Slow Cooker Carnitas piled in bowl.
Slow Cooker Carnitas
This recipe effortlessly comes together in the crock pot, where pork is braised in an aromatic broth, cubed, and then finished off under the broiler. The result is succulent, caramelized, carnitas that are delicious in tacos or as a filling for burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, and more!
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  1. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Crock Pot Chicken Enchiladas with cilantro garnish.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
This stacked chicken enchilada casserole is flavorful, made from scratch, quick to assemble, and easy to make in the crock pot!
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  1. TEX-MEX SHEPHERD'S PIE
Taco Bake in casserole dish and bowls topped with avocado tomato salad.
Tex-Mex Shepherd's Pie
This taco bake puts a Tex-Mex twist on the comfort food classic of shepherd's pie, with seasoned ground beef and black beans topped with cheesy green chile mashed potatoes and a refreshing avocado tomato salad!
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  1. MEXICAN MEATLOAF MUFFINS
Mexican Meatloaf with Taco Seasoning
Mexican Meatloaf Muffins
These mini meatloaves are simple to make, quick to cook, and full of zesty flavor from homemade taco seasoning and salsa!
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  1. BAKED CHICKEN TAQUITOS
Baked Chicken Taquitos with Avocado Cilantro Dipping Sauce ~ quick and easy, creamy, zesty taquitos are guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike! | FiveHeartHome.com
Baked Chicken Taquitos with Avocado Cilantro Dipping Sauce
With their quick assembly and creamy, zesty filling, these baked taquitos are guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
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  1. TACO PASTA SKILLET
Taco Pasta in skillet.
Taco Pasta Skillet
Loaded with ground beef and pasta, flavored with taco seasoning and salsa, and studded with black beans and corn, this cheesy pasta quickly comes together in just one pan!
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  1. CREAMY JALAPEÑO CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
White Chicken Enchiladas, aerial view on plate.
White Chicken Enchiladas (with Creamy Jalapeño Sauce)
These cheesy, flavorful enchiladas are smothered in copycat Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Dip for a dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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  1. TACO BAKED CHICKEN
Platter of Taco Baked Chicken
Taco Baked Chicken
Tender and juicy on the inside with a crunchy coating of taco-seasoned tortilla chips, this baked chicken is a simple and delicious dinner for any night of the week!
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  1. SLOW COOKER WHITE BEAN CHICKEN CHILI
Overhead of White Bean Chicken Chili.
Slow Cooker White Bean Chicken Chili
This comforting crock pot recipe is loaded with tender chicken, dried white beans, and tangy green chiles, slow cooked all day, and then topped with your favorite garnishes!
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  1. KING RANCH CHICKEN SOUP
King Ranch Chicken Soup ~ a creamy and comforting soup recipe with all the zesty flavor of the classic casserole...and it's easy to make in the slow cooker, in the Instant Pot, or on the stove! | FiveHeartHome.com
King Ranch Chicken Soup
This creamy and comforting soup boasts all the flavor of the classic casserole...and it's easy to make in the slow cooker, Instant Pot, or on the stovetop!
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  1. TACO SLOPPY JOES
Taco Sloppy Joe sandwich on a plate with grape tomatoes on side
Taco Sloppy Joes
Tex-Mex-inspired sloppy joes are jazzed up with salsa, taco seasoning, black beans, and corn for a zesty twist on the classic dinner sandwiches!
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  1. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
This cozy soup is brimming with chicken, beans, and corn and topped with crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, and grated cheddar for a warm, hearty, effortless crock pot meal that's perfect for a chilly day!
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  1. CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Pan of Creamy Chicken Enchiladas.
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
These red sauce-topped enchiladas are stuffed with spiced chicken and Monterey jack cheese, plus a special *secret ingredient* that makes them extra creamy and delicious!
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  1. ULTIMATE TACO SALAD
Ultimate Taco Salad ~ an explosion of contrasting flavors and textures, from spicy taco meat and velvety black beans to acidic tomatoes and crisp fresh corn, all topped with crunchy tortilla chips and a creamy, cilantro-flecked Avocado Ranch Dressing! | FiveHeartHome.com
Ultimate Taco Salad
This main course salad is an explosion of contrasting flavors and textures, from spicy taco meat and velvety black beans to acidic tomatoes and crisp fresh corn...all topped with crunchy tortilla chips and a creamy, cilantro-flecked Avocado Ranch Dressing.
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  1. SLOW COOKER HONEY LIME PORK
Aerial shot of Slow Cooker Pork Tacos plus garnishes.
Slow Cooker Honey Lime Pulled Pork Tacos
This tender, spicy-sweet pork is amazing piled on flour tortillas and topped with red cabbage, carrots, avocado, cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro for an easy, effortless dinner...and the leftover pork is fantastic on nachos!
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  1. CREAMY CHICKEN TACO HAND PIES
Creamy Chicken Taco Hand Pie on a plate
Creamy Chicken Taco Hand Pies
Quick and easy hand pies feature a savory mixture of diced chicken, cream cheese, taco seasoning, and fresh cilantro folded inside crescent roll dough and topped with crunchy crushed tortilla chips!
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  1. SLOW COOKER MEXICAN STREET CORN CHOWDER
Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Chowder
The savory flavors of Mexican street corn come together in an easy crockpot corn chowder. It's slightly spicy, slightly smoky, and topped with avocado, bacon, cilantro, and cotija cheese!
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  1. BREAKFAST ENCHILADAS
Breakfast Enchiladas
Breakfast for dinner is always a hit! And if you like breakfast tacos, you'll love these enchiladas, stuffed with sausage, eggs, and cheese and topped with homemade red enchilada sauce, more cheese, and all of your favorite enchilada garnishes!
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  1. COOK-OFF WINNING TEXAS CHILI
Texas Chili recipe in bowl with spoon and garnishes.
Texas Chili
Texas Chili is my Daddy’s award-winning recipe loaded with chunks of savory beef and plenty of spicy flavor…and it’s equally easy to make on the stovetop or in the slow cooker!
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Tex-Mex Staples

  1. EASY FLOUR TORTILLAS
Flour Tortillas piled on plate.
Homemade Flour Tortillas
Soft, tender tortillas are deliciously versatile and surprisingly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients!
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  1. THE BEST TACO SEASONING
Homemade Taco Seasoning in mason jar with ceramic measuring spoons.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
This pantry staple is quick and easy to make with all-natural ingredients that YOU get to control...perfect for your favorite tacos or Tex-Mex recipes!
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  1. HOMEMADE ENCHILADA SAUCE
Homemade Enchilada Sauce in a saucepan.
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
This all-natural sauce is quick and easy to make, full of flavor, and as mild or spicy as you prefer!
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  1. HEALTHY AVOCADO DRESSING
Dairy-Free Creamy Avocado Dressing ~ a silky, decadent yet healthy, non-dairy dressing -- flavored with cilantro and garlic -- that's great on salads, as a dip, and so much more! | FiveHeartHome.com #avocadodressing
Avocado Dressing
This creamy, decadent-yet-healthy, dairy-free dressing is great on salads, as a dip, and so much more!
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  1. CILANTRO LIME VINAIGRETTE
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette ~ a zesty homemade Mexican dressing perfect for marinades and salads, featuring lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of honey! | FiveHeartHome.com
Zesty Mexican Salad Dressing
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette is a zesty homemade dressing -- flavored with lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of honey -- that's perfect for marinades and salads!
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Tex-Mex Sides

  1. EASY SPANISH RICE
Spanish Rice piled up in blue and white serving bowl.
Easy Spanish Rice
This recipe is as quick and simple as cooking a pot of rice using chicken broth, tomato sauce, and a few seasonings! It's the perfect base for rice bowls or a delicious side dish to your favorite Tex-Mex recipes!
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  1. SLOW COOKER CHARRO BEANS
Charro Beans in bowl with cilantro.
Slow Cooker Charro Beans
Dried pinto beans are flavored with bacon, garlic, tomatoes, green chiles, jalapeños, cilantro, and spices and cooked in the slow cooker to make them hands-off and truly effortless!
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  1. INSTANT POT REFRIED BEANS
Instant Pot Refried Beans with garnish.
Instant Pot Refried Beans
Refried beans are creamy, flavorful, and effortless to make in the pressure cooker, with no soaking required!
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  1. CILANTRO LIME RICE
Aerial view of bowl of Cilantro Lime Rice.
Cilantro Lime Rice
With just a handful of ingredients, this flavored rice is the perfect base for burrito bowls or a delicious side for all of your favorite Tex-Mex recipes!
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  1. BLACK BEAN, CORN, + TOMATO SALAD
Black Bean and Corn Salad aerial view in square pewter bowl.
Black Bean and Corn Salad with Tomatoes
This easy, zesty, addictive recipe is delicious as a side salad and also makes a great appetizer or snack when dipped up with chips!
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  1. CORN TOMATO AVOCADO SALAD
Corn Tomato Avocado Salad on white platter.
Corn Tomato Avocado Salad
This salad is an explosion of Tex-Mex flavors and summertime textures, with fresh roasted corn, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, minced jalapeño, crumbled cotija cheese, and minced cilantro in a zippy lime vinaigrette!
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  1. MEXICAN PASTA SALAD
Mexican Pasta Salad in white bowl with spoon.
Mexican Pasta Salad
This colorful pasta salad is loaded with corn, black beans, tomatoes, jalapeño, cilantro, and a fresh lime vinaigrette for a zesty, flavorful, summer side dish!
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Tex-Mex Drinks + Desserts

  1. EASY TRES LECHES CAKE
Easy Tres Leches Cake on plate with fork.
Easy Tres Leches Cake
A from-scratch yellow cake is soaked with three types of milk and topped with homemade whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cool, creamy, decadent dessert that’s the perfect finale to your favorite Tex-Mex recipes!
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  1. FROZEN MARGARITA PIE
Slice of No-Bake Frozen Margarita Pie on a plate.
No-Bake Frozen Margarita Pie
This cool and creamy pie boasts a salty-sweet pretzel crust and a frosty filling flavored with fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec. Or omit the liquor and boost the lime juice for a family-friendly variation!
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  1. MEXICAN MARTINI
Mexican Martini
A Mexican Martini is basically a margarita on the rocks with a splash of olive juice...and this version is a copycat recipe of the famous cocktail from Trudy's in Austin!
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  1. PINEAPPLE MARGARITAS
Fresh Pineapple Margaritas ~ made with fresh lime juice and pineapple purée, these are perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo or cooling off all summer long! | FiveHeartHome.com
Pineapple Margaritas
Icy and refreshing classic margaritas get a tropical twist with fresh pineapple purée and fresh-squeezed lime juice, perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo or any fiesta!
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Creamy, cheesy, decadent...zesty, zippy, spicy...bright, fresh, flavorful...but all of them AMAZING!

Regardless of which beloved recipe you decide to try first, these outstanding Tex-Mex recipes are sure to hit the spot. 🙂

Tex Mex Recipes collage with four photos of tacos, enchiladas, beans, and more.

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3 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    as someone who is tex-mex obsessed, these recipes are everything I needed and more! i already tried the breakfast enchiladas and they're going to be my new go-to weekend breakfast. thank you so much for sharing these amazing recipes!

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  2. Samantha, I LOVE ALL OF YOUR RECIPES. As a fellow Texan I especially appreciate all your Tex-Mex recipes. Your recipes are family friendly and easy to make. Thank you so much for sharing them.

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