North & South America recipe collection

Cajun tofu simmered in a spicy roux-based tomato sauce with bell peppers, onion, celery, and bay leaves. Vegetarian, protein-packed, and served over steamed rice with fresh parsley.

Saucy Caribbean black beans simmered with fresh ginger, allspice, thyme, and orange juice. Vegan, high-fiber, and full of island flavor in about 40 minutes.

Corn tortillas fried crispy flat, spread with refried beans, loaded with sharp cheddar, and broiled until bubbly. Topped with cool shredded lettuce and fresh tomato for the real-deal Tex-Mex chalupa experience.

Baked catfish fillets in white wine with sliced mushrooms, topped with a silky butter-lemon cream sauce and a shower of Parmesan. Creole-inspired elegance on the table in 45 minutes.

This creamy cheddar cheese soup recipe is easy to prepare and creates a satisfying light lunch or dinner nearly any day of the week.

A classic American apple pie, filled with a sweet and tart apple filling and topped with a savory cheddar cheese crumble. The combination of flavors creates a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it a delicious treat for any occasion.

The 3 ingredient crispy, golden exterior of the cheese balls gives way to a gooey, melted cheese center, creating a delightful contrast of textures. The accompanying tomato sauce dip adds a burst of flavor, providing a tangy and savory complement to the rich cheese.

These reduced-fat cheese biscuits are a bit of a healthier alternative to traditional cheese biscuits. They are made with minimal butter yet still cheesy and delicious.

Make-ahead freezer cheese biscuits are a convenient and delicious solution for busy cooks. Prepare the dough, freeze it, and cut it into biscuits baked fresh on demand in a jiffy.

Crispy cheddar cheese crackers with a chili kick, topped with sesame and poppy seeds. These spicy, buttery bite-sized triangles store for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

Cheesy beefy chilanda casserole layers ground beef, pinto beans, and corn tortillas with picante sauce and melted cheese. A Tex-Mex weeknight bake topped with cool lettuce, tomato, and sour cream.

Cumin-toasted chickpeas simmer with potato chunks, garlic, and fresh green chiles in this quick vegetarian spread that's perfect for scooping with warm bread or pita.

Chicken Alejandro: chicken breasts simmered in a salsa-and-orange sauce with cinnamon, cloves, and bay. A Mexican-inspired sweet-savory dinner served over rice in under an hour.

Tender chicken breasts layer with roasted Anaheim chilies in a creamy sour cream sauce, then bake under melted cheddar cheese for an elegant Mexican casserole that's perfect over fluffy white rice.

Cajun chicken etouffee with singed onions, the holy trinity, and a dry roux simmered into a thin, flavorful gravy. Served over rice, this Louisiana classic brings bayou flavor home in about an hour.

Slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole layered with flour tortillas, creamy soup sauce, green chili salsa, sour cream, and melted cheddar. Feeds a crowd of 12.