Tamale Pie Savory, simple and delicious! ¾ cup masa harina (or cornmeal) 3 Tbsp butter, softened 1 cup hot water ¼ cup vegetable broth powder ½ lb ground beef 1-15 oz cans black or pinto beans, drained & rinsed 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced ¾ cup grated queso oaxaca [...]

Huevos Rancheros Spice up your breakfast table with this hearty dish or enjoy it for lunch or dinner! Servings Olive oil, divided 1 cup minced onion 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 – 14 oz. can Fire Roasted Tomatoes, with juice 1 – 4 oz. can green chiles, [...]

Pecan Cheesecake A fluffy cheesecake with a sour cream topping and delicious pecans Servings 1 pkg. (9) graham crackers, crushed ½ cup butter, melted ¾ cup pecans, chopped Dash of nutmeg 2-8 oz. pkg cream cheese 1 egg ½ cup sour cream Juice of [...]

Chile Relleno Casserole Cheesy chile goodness in an easy casserole Servings 2 4 oz. cans whole green chile ¾ lb. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded ¾ lb. cheddar cheese, shredded 12 oz. evaporated milk 6 eggs, beaten slightly Slit chiles open. Place skin side down [...]

Pesto New Potatoes Two summer favorites together--fresh basil & new potatoes--from the Caves Summer Spotlight series Servings 6 cups new potatoes 3 ½ tsp. kosher salt, divided 1 bay leaf 2 cloves garlic ¾ cup basil ⅛ tsp. ground black pepper 3 Tbsp. shredded Parmesan [...]

Cherry Tomato Tart Savory tart from the Caves Summer Spotlight series Servings 1 ¼ cups Baker's Choice flour ½ tsp. kosher salt 2 oz. chilled butter, cut into ½ inch cubes ½ cup feta, crumbled 4 tsp. shredded Parmesan 3 Tbsp. mayonnaise 1 egg, separated [...]

Cranberry Cheese Spread Zippy cranberries, lime, and chilis complement rich cream cheese in a festive spread. Great for a party!   Servings 16 oz. cream cheese, softened 1-14 oz. can whole berry cranberry sauce 4 oz. chopped green chilies, drained 2 Tbsp lime juice ½ tsp garlic [...]

Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms A perennial party favorite that'll disappear quickly! This easy-to-make recipe was featured at the 2019 Winter Wine Soirée. Servings 30 crimini mushrooms 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 –2 cloves garlic, minced ½ cup Parmesan or asiago cheese ½ tsp pepper ½ tsp [...]

Brie & Asian Pear Crostini Good luck only eating one of these. A perfect platter for any party, just be sure you make extra for yourself. Servings 1 baguette Extra-virgin olive oil 1 wedge brie 1 Asian pear, thinly sliced 1 sprig of fresh thyme honey [...]

Zucchini Meatballs These meat-free meatballs are a great addition to your favorite pasta dish or try them in a sandwich! Recipe courtesy of Cassidy Radloff. Servings 1 tsp. olive oil 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 ½ cups zucchini, coarsely grated ⅜ tsp. salt ⅛ tsp. pepper 3 Tbsp. basil, [...]