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    • The Best Green Chile Cheeseburgers across New Mexico

      Posted at 11:14 am by NativeNM, on May 24, 2024

      If there is anything I’m sure about, it’s that New Mexicans love their Green Chile Cheeseburgers! The green chile cheeseburger originated in NM and you can find one in just about every town across New Mexico. And every New Mexican has their own personal favorite. Joe and I are no different, we’ve embraced the challenge to find the best green chile cheeseburgers as we’ve traveled around the state. We have different opinions on the best burgers, however we both agree it’s hard to find a green chile cheeseburger that isn’t good. We’ve found differences on how the burgers are prepared, they might be smash burgers, flame broiled or seared on a griddle. They may offer a choice of cheese, while others offer different condiments. Any or all of these can alter an opinion on how they appear and taste. One of the main things that Joe and I look for in a great burger is the heat and flavor off the green chile. If the chile is too mild, it won’t elevate the burger, so what’s the point! The experience of eating a burger is also a component of our list. I love a good burger that I can eat without it falling apart and I hate eating in public when a burger is so juicy it runs down your arm. The most enjoyable burgers are paired with great fries. There are a few on this list that are outstanding. If you’ve ever had a NM Green Chile Cheeseburger, I would love to know what is your favorite burger and where you found it.

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    • The Land of Enchantment in October

      Posted at 4:04 pm by NativeNM, on October 21, 2023

      October is one of the best month’s to visit New Mexico. This year was particularly special with the Solar Eclipse crossing over parts of New Mexico with 100% viewing. Our son Josh who has a degree in Physics and Astronomy traveled to Albuquerque to see the event. We were concerned about the weather; the day started out with a few clouds but as they began to dissipate we had an unobstructed view of the sun and watched the Annular Solar Eclipse from start to finish lasting around 3 hours. Josh brought telescopes and solar eclipse glasses for us to wear. And Joe taped up our camera lens with an eclipse lens to take pictures. However, all the best photos were taken by Josh who knew how to take a photo through the telescope lens resulting in some amazing shots. Our sister in law Melody also spent time with us in October, however she had to fly home before the solar eclipse took place. But she enjoyed her first Balloon Fiesta, the Jemez Mountains, Valle Caldera and the Aspens in Santa Fe. For 2 weeks in October we enjoyed many adventures such as hiking our favorite places, eating the most amazing New Mexican food, watching hot air balloons fly every morning, experiencing the solar eclipse, plus a roadrunner and a coyote. It’s a magical time to be in New Mexico in October, I guess that’s why we are The Land of Enchantment!

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      Posted in Uncategorized | 3 Comments | Tagged #casadebenavidez, #hot tamales, #wyomingstargazing, 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse, 2023 International Balloon Fiesta, @casa de benavidez, @casadebenavidez, @wyomingstargazing, Albuquerque Balloon Field, Albuquerque NM, Aspen Vista Trail, Fall in New Mexico, Green Chile, New Mexico, October in New Mexico, Red Chile, Santa Fe NM
    • Green Chile and Cheese Hominy Casserole

      Posted at 7:05 am by NativeNM, on November 23, 2021

      It’s almost time to celebrate Thanksgiving. There was a time when we enjoyed turkey and dressing with all the trimmings. In those days there were a lot more people gathered around our table but in the last few years it’s been just Joe and I. We’ve been trying new things, mixing a little of the traditional with some new twists. This year we settled on smoking a pork butt with red chile spices and will add some different sides to the table. One of the sides I’ve planned is Green Chile and Cheese Hominy Casserole which would be a welcome dish on any New Mexican table. It can only be described as creamy, savory and spicy. I used a soft fontina cheese along with sour cream to bind the casserole together and then topped it with cheddar cheese and bacon bits. All the ingredients are prepared in a small dutch oven and baked to perfection which makes this dish easy from start to finish. I hope you all have a festive day making new memories around your kitchen table. Happy Thanksgiving!!

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      Posted in Dutch Oven and Cast Iron, Recipes, Red or Green, Side Dishes | 3 Comments | Tagged Green Chile, Green Chile and Cheese Hominy Casserole, Hominy, Hominy Casserole with Green Chile, New Mexico Green Chile, Side Dish
    • Spanish Beef and Potato Pie

      Posted at 12:42 pm by NativeNM, on September 25, 2020

      There are recipes that I’ve collected over the years that I have tucked away.  Along with my hand written recipe cards and favorite cookbooks,  I have kept some old magazines that have tried and true recipes that are like an old friend.  I pull them out from time to time and the other day I came across an old Good Housekeeping magazine from March, 1988.  On the cover is Elizabeth Taylor and one of the articles is on the International Hamburger Cookbook with recipes from countries around the world.  I tried several of their recipes but the one that stands out is the Spanish Beef and Potato Pie.  Throughout the years I’ve made this dish many times but I’ve added a New Mexican twist with roasted red and green chiles, often called Autumn roast, and seasoned with a green chile salt blend.  It’s so delicious and makes a complete meal.  Just yesterday Joe and I went to Sichlers and got some red and green chile.  They roasted it separately but within the green batch there were several chiles starting to turn red.  I was so happy to have a batch that I could freeze together for an Autumn roast blend.  And the roasted red is so good this year, a bit hotter than the green but with that hint of sweetness that makes it so perfect.  Earlier in the season we picked up a small amount of green chiles so I am beyond myself with the good fortune of having a variety of roasted chiles to experiment with.  Hope you enjoy this NM Inspired Spanish Beef and Potato Pie, it is delicious, I promise!
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      Posted in Breakfast, Dutch Oven and Cast Iron, Entree, Recipes, Red or Green | 4 Comments | Tagged Autumn Roast Chile, Frittata Spanish Beef and Potato Pie, Green Chile, New Mexico Beef and Potato Pie, Roasted Red Chile, Spanish Beef and Potato Frittata, Spanish Beef and Potato Pie
    • Calabacitas

      Posted at 9:57 am by NativeNM, on August 28, 2020

      Calabacitas is a staple side dish here in New Mexico.  I wouldn’t say my version is traditional but it’s pretty close.  I like to make myself a little batch this time of year when there is fresh corn and tomatoes available.   I prefer zucchini squash over summer yellow squash, however I see many recipes with a combination of the two, and really how could you go wrong with either one.  This was a side dish to chile rellenos and the next day I filled a couple tacos with the leftovers.  It makes a really good vegetarian taco, just add some sliced avocado and queso fresco cheese.  Calabacitas is a tasty side to any Mexican dish but it’s especially good when made with fresh ingredients.  If you would like some additional ideas for how to incorporate calabacitas into other recipes you should go over to MJ’s Kitchen.  MJ has made some wonderful meals including her latest Calabacitas Quiche.
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      Posted in Recipes, Red or Green, Side Dishes | 14 Comments | Tagged Calabacitas, Calabacitas with Zucchini, Green Chile, Onion, Tomatoes, Zucchini
    • Green Chile Sauce

      Posted at 9:56 am by NativeNM, on October 25, 2019

      There’s nothing I love more than Green Chile Sauce smothered over a favorite burrito, enchilada or navajo taco.  I have been experimenting for years trying to mimic the taste found at our favorite restaurants.  Here in NM you will find green chile sauce on the shelves of grocery stores, many from the restaurants that we frequently eat at.  Trying to replicate that magical taste has always eluded me; until now.  Nearly every recipe I find online or in cookbooks have the same basic ingredients of green chile, onion, garlic and salt with variations of spices, sometimes adding cumin or oregano.  I’ve made them all and although they are good, they just don’t have that perfect taste and appearance that I’ve longed to make.  When in doubt go to the ingredients listed on your favorite jar.  I was surprised to find that every jar of green chile in my pantry listed lime juice and no onion.  Of all the recipes I’ve tried there wasn’t a single one that added lime juice.  The moment I took that first taste, it was like the genie had been let out of the bottle.  Lime juice was the missing ingredient!
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      Posted in Condiments and Sauces, Dutch Oven and Cast Iron, Recipes, Red or Green | 4 Comments | Tagged Best Green Chile Sauce, Green Chile, Green Chile Sauce, Green Chile Sauce from Scratch, NM Green Chile
    • Twice Baked Breakfast Potatoes

      Posted at 9:57 am by NativeNM, on June 23, 2017

      These twice baked breakfast potatoes are inspired by all those “Tasty” and “Delish” videos that my friends have been sharing on facebook.   The videos last approximately 30 seconds and the end results are simply WOW.  Recently I was inspired by the Idaho Sunrise video.  I sometimes wonder why I didn’t think of that!  So easy to make and appealing as well.  I made some minor adjustments, deciding on a twice baked potato instead of discarding the center.  Then I loaded the filling adding some butter, cheese and green chile.  For a bit of texture I broiled the outer skin to make a crunchy boat.  The baked egg on top sprinkled with bacon and chives makes a most scrumptious breakfast, don’t you think.
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      Posted in Breakfast, Recipes, Red or Green | 0 Comments | Tagged Cheddar Cheese, Green Chile, Idaho Sunrise, Potato Boats, Twice Baked Breakfast Potatoes
    • New Mexico “Hatch” Green Chile

      Posted at 3:03 am by NativeNM, on August 15, 2016

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      It’s been 5 years since I first posted our tradition of putting up green chile for the freezer.  Time to update and revisit my favorite time of year.  It’s the time when the big trucks drive up, the roasters come out and they start to unload those fresh Green Chiles from The Land of Enchantment.  It’s Green Chile season and I’m in heaven.  I’ve lived away from NM over 20 years and other than my family, chile season is the time I miss most with the aroma of roasted chile in the air.  There’s nothing like it and the chile is so delicious right after it’s been roasted.  Several years ago they started bringing in truckloads of Hatch Chile to one of the grocery stores here in the Kansas City area and roasting it outside on the weekends.  Always before I had to ask my family back home to please put up some chile in the freezer for me.  They always came through but it’s really special to be able to put up my own and experience the aroma and taste firsthand.  This year they were especially meaty and hot.
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      Posted in Red or Green, Uncategorized | 8 Comments | Tagged Freezing Hatch Green Chile, Green Chile, Hatch Green Chile, New Mexico Hatch Green Chile, NM Green Chile, Packaging Hatch Green Chile, Roasting Hatch Green Chile
    • Red or Green Enchilada Burgers

      Posted at 9:41 am by NativeNM, on July 22, 2016

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      I love burgers, all kinds of burgers, even burgers that take on a different identity.  Occasionally I come across a menu that serves a burger with a fried egg on top.  I’m not sure an ordinary burger with a fried egg  is that appealing to me but I did start to consider the possibilities.  The burger that kept coming to mind was an enchilada burger with a fried egg dripping yolk over the sides with melting cheese and a ground beef patty drenched in chile.  I’m partial to red chile enchiladas, but Joe prefers green so I made one of each.  There’s no way to pick these up and take a bite without something good dripping from you chin so it’s best to eat with a knife and fork.  I promise, these burgers taste delicious and are by no means ordinary!
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      Posted in Burgers, Sandwiches, Paninis and Wraps, Recipes | 5 Comments | Tagged Enchilada Burgers, Green Chile, Green Chile Enchilada Burgers, Hatch Green Chile Sauce, New Mexico Red Chile Sauce, Queso Blanco Velveeta, Red Chile, Red Chile Enchilada Burgers, Red or Green Enchilada Burgers, Velveeta Cheese
    • Green Chile and Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

      Posted at 9:51 am by NativeNM, on January 13, 2015

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      There’s nothing more comforting to this native New Mexican than a bowl of Green Chile and Cheddar Mashed Potatoes.  Especially like today when the temp will be no higher than 10 degrees for the day.  It’s frigid outside and I’m all about staying warm.  A bowl of comforting potatoes with spicy Hatch green chile and cheese is the perfect side dish or in my case main dish to serve on a blustery day like today!  These mashed potatoes with buttery creamy melting cheese and green chiles are something that I make quite often.  I love them soooo much!!  Ask any member of my family and they will vouch for me that I have an infinite love of potatoes that goes way back.  I had a hard time coming up with a recipe because I don’t measure when I make mashed potatoes, I just make them.  So this time I did my best to put together something on paper that would help recreate the bowl of comfort that I’ve enjoyed so many times.  I hope you will enjoy them as much as I have!
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      Posted in Recipes, Red or Green, Side Dishes | 2 Comments | Tagged Cheddar Cheese, Green Chile, Green Chile and Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Hatch Green Chile, Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes with Green Chile and Cheese
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