Southwestern Recipes




Appetizer Recipes

Tamale Chili Dip

1 (15 ounce) can tamales
1 (15 ounce) can chili con carne
1/4 cup picante sauce (mild to hot, according to taste)
8 ounces processed cheese, cut into cubes
1/4 cup grated cheese

Drain tamales; remove wrappers. Place into microwave-safe dish and mash with fork. Combine mashed tamales, chili, picante sauce and cheese. Heat on HIGH power (100%), uncovered, for 10-15 minutes until hot and bubbly. Pour into a bread bowl. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
Serve with corn chips or tortilla chips.