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    Southwestern Meals + Sides

    Published: Sep 25, 2015 · Modified: Apr 25, 2022 by Ang Paris · Leave a Comment
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    Shake up your dinnertime routine with these Easy Southwestern Meals and Side Dishes! You'll love how easy they are, and your family will love the big bold flavor.

    30+ Southwestern Meals + Sides collage image.

    It's Fall and we're all getting into comfort food mode. Aside from the traditional meatloaves, casseroles and large pots of chili or homemade soups, I love to add some variety to our dinnertime during this season.

    These easy and delicious Southwestern meals and side dishes are a great way to do just that. These are all recipes that can be made easily and will definitely shake up your evening meal.

    The added touches of warm spices, rice, beans and homemade chips and salsa are sure to keep you warm on the inside while the weather gets cooler outside. 

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    Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup
    This Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup is made in just 30 minutes is perfect for a crowd. Everyone gets exactly what they like by adding delicious toppings to suit their own tastes.
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    Simple Homemade Guacamole
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    • Ground Beef Cheese Dip Recipe
    • Taco Bar Side Dishes
    • Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers

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    Southwestern Sides

    And what Southwestern Meal would be complete without the delicious sides that go with it? Check out some of our favorites:

    Salsa doesn't get much better than this! Use it to top your favorite Mexican food, or eat it with chips, this salsa is fresh, easy and completely delicious!
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    Fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime come together to create the perfect classic topping for Mexican dishes like tacos or a dip to serve with tortilla chips.
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    Cowboy Corn Casserole
    You don't want to miss this creamy, cheesy corn casserole topped with smoky bacon and seasoned with our delicious cowboy seasoning mix. It's the perfect side for your Southwestern meal.
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    Close up of Cowboy Corn Casserole topped with bacon in a white baking dish.

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