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In the time it takes some traditional enchiladas to bake, this shortcut preparation can make it all the way to the table, with melted cheese on top. For this dish, we like using Hatch brand enchilada sauce, which is available at Whole Foods Markets and through online purveyors. Read more about this recipe at the Washington Post.

Pulled Pork And Black Bean Burritos

When we have any leftover meat, we tend to make burritos with it. Because it has so much flavor on its own and is already the right size, pulled pork is made for burritos. You could surround it with any number of ingredients. Here, we chose pretty straightforward (but delicious) burrito ingredients.

Skirt Steak Tacos With Radishes, Romaine, Cotija And Lime

The balance between the richness of the beef and cheese and the crispy romaine and radishes make these tacos refreshing and fulfilling at the same time. If you can't find cotija cheese, substitute another salty, crumbly cheese like quesco fresco or feta.

Skirt Steak Wrap With Radishes, Romaine And Cotija

The balance between the richness of the beef and cheese and the crispy romaine and radishes make these wraps refreshing and fulfilling at the same time. If you can't find cotija cheese, substitute another salty, crumbly cheese like quesco fresco or feta.

Deep-Fried Tortilla Chips

These crisp, puffed fried flour tortilla chips are a decadent alternative to store-bought. As with any deep frying, be sure not to fill the pot more than halfway up its sides with oil, or it risks boiling over and igniting.

Grilled Chicken And Rice Salad With Nopales And Black Beans

While this salad takes a little work, it's worth it. The charred chicken plays off the slightly spicy nopales and the savory beans very well. This recipe is part of Andrew Schloss's Sunday Dinners.

Spicy-Sweet Pumpkin And Corn Enchiladas

These enchiladas have three things going for them: They offer an unexpected flavor combination of sweet and heat, they make a satisfying meatless meal, and they're a good way to use that spare can of pumpkin purée in the pantry. Read more about this recipe at the Washington Post.

Albondigas Soup

Mint adds a subtle but essential flavor to this brothy but rich Mexican meatball soup. Read more about this recipe in Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds' 300 Sensational Soups.

Spicy Black Bean Breakfast Burrito

If you're craving a savory, high-protein, high-fiber breakfast, this burrito is right up your alley. You can substitute feta or cheddar for the cream cheese.

White Bean And Broccoli Burritos With Cilantro

Broccoli and white beans are spiced up with ground cumin, Monterey jack and cilantro in this healthy and hearty vegetarian burrito.

Cheese Quesadillas With Coriander And Marjoram

Doesn't this recipe sound good? It is. If you'd like some ideas about what to eat with it, click on the "goes with..." tab to the left. For the lowdown on ingredients, techniques and tools, click on "related tips."

Black Bean, Sweet Potato And Corn Burritos

The sweet potato is a surpirsing twist on a bean burrito - be sure to cut it into small enough cubes that it will cook through ina few minutes on the stovetop - about 1/2 inch.