Top off these tamales with this super easy salsa.

This is great with chips or on top of Chicken Mole Tamales.

This sausage can be stuffed into a casing and smoked, frozen or grilled fresh. It can also be served in patties as well. Please allow the sausage to sit in the refrigerator for 24 hours before cooking to allow the flavors to develop.

This is one of my favorite recipes for when the weather gets blustery. Everyone loves it and the Latin flavors are an incomparable addition to a dinner party. You should anticipate your family fighting over the ham hock, so be warned.

Grilled corn is a favorite summertime treat and the herb butter I include in this recipe is not only spectacular on corn, but is superb over grilled meats, poultry, fish and other vegetables.

Everyone has a good guacamole recipe.  What makes this one different is the roasted peppers and cumin which add depth of flavor.

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Roasting Peppers

A great dip for the upscale or casual summer dinner party, all are sure to be impressed. If you don't usually consider yourself much of a cook, this is a great recipe to work with. Its also a great salsa to put on fish and poultry. Try it either way!