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505 Southwestern Sauces, Salsas & A Recipe

Disclaimer: I did receive free products for this post however all opinions are my own.

Recipe, Food, Mexican, Sauces, Salsas, Gluten-Free, All-Natural, #ShopMexican dishes have become one of my favorite meals. Attempting to make some of these dishes at home has become a new routine, including finding some great sauces!

I was recently introduced to a unique brand of salsa and sauces – 505 Southwestern. These sauces are new to the market and sold at local H-E-B grocery stores (keep a look out)! They range in flavor from mild, medium to hot to meet with every need. More importantly is what’s unique about the products:

EXTRA FRESH – Our chiles are picked, flame-roasted & fresh frozen during harvest.
ALL NATURAL – We use only natural ingredients to preserve the just-picked flavor.
GLUTEN FREE – We use a rice flour as a binder where necessary, not wheat.
ZERO TRANS FAT – Only natural vegetables, spices, herbs and fruits are used.
NEW MEXICO – All our chiles come from the Hatch Valley in New Mexico, the “CHILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD!”

With five different options to choose from, you’re bound to find one that you’ll love and they come in great 16 ounce jars.

Recipe, Food, Mexican, Sauces, Salsas, Gluten-Free, All-Natural, #Shop

505 Southwestern Roasted Green Chile (Medium), 505 Southwestern Green Chile Sauce (Medium & Hot), 505 Southwestern Enchilada Sauce (Red Chile Sauce), 505 Southwestern Honey Chipotle Green Chile Salsa (Medium).

Recipe: Easiest Enchilada’s

1. Coat bottom of pan with choice of 505 Southwestern Enchilada sauce.
2. Microwave tortillas for 15 seconds to soften.
3. Place 1/4 cup of cheese in a tortilla, fold over filling and place seam side down in pan.

Recipe, Food, Mexican, Sauces, Salsas, Gluten-Free, All-Natural, #Shop4. Once all tortillas are set in pan, lightly coat tortilla rolls with sauce. (Enough sauce in pan so the tortilla’s don’t dry out.)
5. Top with remaining cheese.
Recipe, Food, Mexican, Sauces, Salsas, Gluten-Free, All-Natural, #Shop6. Bake in oven at 400 degrees for 15 minutes until cheese on top is slightly melted and browned.
Optional: Add shredded, cooked chicken for chicken style enchiladas.

Serve with tortilla chips and 505 Southwestern Honey Chipotle Green Chile Salsa!
Recipe, Food, Mexican, Sauces, Salsas, Gluten-Free, All-Natural, #ShopHead on over to your local H-E-B, pick a flavor(s) of your choice and cook up an amazing meal!

Cheesy Enchiladas
The great thing about this recipe is that it can be catered to however many servings as needed.
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 2
Prep time: 
Cook time: 
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Ingredients
  • 1¼ cup Mexican Style cheese (1/4 cup per enchilada)
  • 4 Flour / Corn Tortillas
  • 505 Southwestern Enchilada Sauce
Directions
  1. Coat bottom of pan with choice of 505 Southwestern Enchilada sauce.
  2. Microwave tortillas for 15 seconds to soften.
  3. Place ¼ cup of cheese in a tortilla, fold over filling and place seam side down in pan.
  4. Once all tortillas are set in pan, lightly coat tortilla rolls with sauce. (Enough sauce in pan so the tortilla's don't dry out.)
  5. Top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes until cheese on top is slightly melted and browned.
  7. Optional: Add shredded, cooked chicken for chicken style enchiladas.

For more information and recipes on 505 Specialty Sauces: Facebook / Twitter / Pinterest / Instagram

Get Your Tickets – 2014 Texas Steak Cookoff and Wine Festival!

Fresh Ribeye Steaks and Texas Wine. Texas Hill Country. Small, Texas town atmosphere.
Surround yourself with friends, family and great people at this event.
This is one that you won’t want to miss and I promise when you go home you’ll say to yourself…
I can’t wait to go back next year.Texas Steak Cookoff, Wine Festival, Wine, Steak, Food, TexasSaturday, May 17th, the annual Texas Steak Cookoff and Wine Festival in Hico, Texas is taking place. Here is your reminder and a few details about this great event! Mark your calendars!

Steak Cookoff

  • Opening Ceremony 12pm
  • $25 Ticket – Receive a bracelet which will allow you to enjoy the Hors d’oeurves (beginning at 10am) and the 12 ounce ribeye dinner in the afternoon cooked to your perfection by the team of your choice. ($10 for wristband only, does not include ribeye dinner.)
  • Over 90 teams cooking and competing!
  • Winners announced at 7pm. Prizes for top teams ranging from $500 – $2,500.
    Texas Steak Cookoff, Wine Festival, Wine, Steak, Food, Texas

VIP Dinner

  • $100 Ticket
  • Enjoy a VIP dining experience in a private courtyard.
  • Steaks will be cooked by celebrity chef Brian C. Lusher, owner of The Grape Restaurant in Dallas.
  • Be sure to buy your tickets in advance. This sold out in 2013!

Live Entertainment all day including a fiddling contest!

Wine Tasting
Wine Festival, Wine, Texas

  • $20 Admission
  • 11am – 5pm
  • Receive a commemorative glass.
  • 10+ wineries from the great state of Texas.
  • Opportunity to speak to wine makers and vineyard owners!
  • Glass / Bottle purchases available.

PBR Rodeo

  • $30 Admission (2 Day Event)
  • Begins at 7:30pm and will continue on Sunday, May 18th.
  • 30+ Riders!
  • Cody Ohl, legendary roper from Hico, Texas and one of the highest nationwide earners is hosting this event on his property 3 miles outside of town.
  • For more information or ticket purchase, contact Blue Star Trading (254) 796-2828

Need a Place to Stay?
Check out Stephenville and Glen Rose – multiple hotels / lodging options.

Need More Info…
Check out my previous experience. If this doesn’t convince you, I’m not sure what will!
Texas Steak Cookoff 2013                    Texas Wine Festival 2013
Texas Steak Cookoff 2012
Texas Steak Cookoff 2011
Texas Steak Cookoff 2010

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St. Patrick’s Day Pickle Parade

This may be the most “different” parade that I’ve ever attended.

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeMansfield Texas is home to Best Maid Pickles. From pickles to the Pickle Queens, this town parade has a little bit of everything (except the town band) that’s green and related to pickles. It’s a great way to incorporate leprechauns and pickles! Let’s take a glance!

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeThe parade, had some consisted of some interesting folks…

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeIn Mansfield, they like beer with their Bible study. Hey, it’s a good attraction!

Big pickles!

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeAlso big wheels…
“Whambulance” – it cracks me up!

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeLet’s not forget the Pickle Queens!
Seriously, check out those boots!

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeThe Mayor (or man running for Mayor) has the best gifts… helmets for the kids! Talk about swinging the vote!

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeAnd my ultimate favorite… how about this for a potato slicer?! Yes, it’s a drill…

Mansfield, Texas, Pickles, St. Patricks Day, ParadeI think it’s safe to say, I saw a little bit of everything at this one. Who would’ve known, the pickle capital was right in our backyard?!