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Dubliner Cheese Dip With Cream Cheese

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One of the most beloved cheese varieties, Kerrygold Irish Dubliner Cheese, teams up with cream cheese and mayo for an irresistible cheddar dip. And when it comes to entertaining effortlessly, this recipe fits that bill. If you’re looking for Dubliner Cheese Recipes, this Dubliner cheese dip is the perfect party cheese spread.

This cheese spread made with Dubliner cheese has joined the ranks of one of our favorite party appetizers, Spicy Pimento Cheese .

Dubliner Cheese Spread served with wheat thin crackers

Here’s the story behind my latest recipe find, Dubliner Cheese Dip.

The last Sur la Table cooking class I attended was a mid-day class the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. A class to prepare holiday pies.

Usually the Sur-la-table classes consist of a main course meal item which ends up on a plate for lunch. 

To keep our spirits high and our tummies from grumbling, they served us a big bowl of Dubliner Cheese Dip and crackers.

Every single one of us asked for the recipe and now that I’ve been serving it at holiday parties, I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve been asked for the recipe.

It seems that when it comes to dips, cheese is king. And if you’re looking for recipes with Dubliner cheese, this one is most certainly worth a look.

This recipe is totally awesome, easy to make and crowd pleasing. The flavor comes from the unique Kerrygold Dubliner cheese, the creaminess comes from cream cheese, and with garlic powder and a splash of Sriracha, this recipe rocks.

What Is Dubliner Cheese?

Irish Cheese

Dubliner Cheese is an Irish aged cow’s milk cheese made by Kerrygold. Yes, the same folks that make that remarkable Irish butter.

What Does Dubliner Cheese Taste Like?

Good stuff: complex, worldly, slightly sweet, slightly nutty and robust, this cheese is fabulous.

Tip: Dubliner Cheese is a granular cheese in texture so you want to keep in the fridge until you’re ready to grate, so it doesn’t chunk and fall apart.

I don’t think I’ve ever purchased Kerry Gold Cheese until now. Even though I’m feeling a loss over that, I’m dancing a jig over the find.

With that said, let’s make this cheese spread recipe.

Ingredients To Make Dubliner Cheese Spread

Ingredients to make dubliner cheese spread.
  • Dubliner Irish Cheese, 7 ounces, 1 package, grated.
  • Shallot: Shallots have a delicate and sweet flavor with a hint of sharpness. I like to think of them as a cross between garlic and sweet onion. They’re a wonderful addition to this cheese spread.
  • Roasted Red Bell Pepper: Make it easy on yourself and pick up a roasted red bell pepper from the olive bar at the supermarket. Or even buy a jar of roasted red bell pepper. Or you can take the route of roasting your own red bell pepper stovetop over a gas flame.
  • Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise brings a creamy and smooth texture to this recipe.
  • Cream Cheese: Adds another creamy layer of goodness.
  • Garlic Powder: Don’t skip this seasoning. It adds a final exclamation mark to the overall flavor.
  • Sriracha: The icing on the cake. Sriracha brings excitement to the party.

Ingredient Substitutes and Swaps

  • Dubliner Cheese: If you simply can’t find Dubliner brand cheese, substitute a good quality cheddar. I like Tillamook Medium White Cheddar. Great robust flavor.
  • Shallot: Shallots are easy to find in the produce section, but if you’ve got everything on hand except a shallot, a sweet onion would be a good substitute.
  • Sriracha: Don’t have Sriracha? Just add a splash of Tabasco Sauce or your favorite hot sauce.

How To Make This Recipe

How to make dubliner cheese spread

One could hardly call this a step by step tutorial, because this cheddar cheese spread recipe is so easy, there’s only one step.

  • Step 1: After the chopping and shredding is complete, simply place all of the ingredients into a large bowl. Using a large spoon, mix until well blended. Serve. Done!

FAQ’s

Can This Dip Be Made Ahead?

Yes, prepare this recipe a day or two ahead of time. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

How Long Is Dubliner Cheese Aged For?

According to their website, typically for 9 – 12 months.

Is Dubliner A Good Melting Cheese?

Yes, it melts beautifully and I’ve used it many times to make mac and cheese.

What To Serve With Dubliner Cheese Spread

Dubliner Cheese Spread and Wheat Thin Crackers

I truly love the flavor combination of Wheat Thins crackers for this cheddar dip. There’s a slight sweetness to Wheat Thins that compliment the salty savory of the spread.

Here are some other options.

  • Pretzel Crisps They are sturdy enough for dipping and their flat structure a great platform to hold that cheese.
  • Crostini: Buy a small baguette and using a serrated knife, cut in ½ inch slices. Place the slices on baking sheet and using a silicone brush, brush each slice with olive oil. Place under your oven broiler about 5 inches below the heat. Let them cook until they brown.
  • Pita Slices. Purchase some pita bread and cut into wedges. Serve with a spreader to spread the cheese onto the bread.
  • Fruit: Slice pears and apples. Again, provide a spreader to spread the cheese onto the fruit.
  • Vegetables: Carrot and celery slices come to mind as a sturdy vegetable that would hold up well as a dipper for this cheese dip.

Dubliner Cheese Dip ( Spread ) Recipe

Dubliner Cheese Spread Recipe surrounded by wheat thin crackers.

Now that I’ve had my first soiree with this wonderful Irish cheese, I’ll be looking for more Dubliner cheese recipes. So, if you have any, I’d love to give it a try.

I hope you give this Dubliner Irish Cheddar Dip recipe a try. And if you do, please come back and let me know how you liked it and give the recipe a star rating.

And don’t miss my Appetizer Category, you’ll find lots of party appetizer recipes including the most popular appetizer recipe on my site for Pear and Blue Cheese Crostini. Check it out.

More Cheese Appetizer Recipes

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Dubliner Cheese Spread in a bowl served with crackers.
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Dubliner Cheese Dip with Cream Cheese

Dubliner Cheese Dip. I’ve lost track of the number of times I’ve been asked for this recipe. A delicious cheese spread recipe made even creamier with cream cheese and mayo.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer Recipes
Cuisine: Irish
Servings: 8
Calories: 203kcal
Author: Lea Ann Brown

Ingredients

  • 7 ounces Dubliner Cheddar Cheese grated
  • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 1 large red bell pepper roasted and chopped
  • 1 medium shallot peeled and diced
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • pepper to taste
  • A splash of Sriracha – optional

Instructions

  • Mix all ingredients together until well blended and serve with your favorite crackers. We like this with Wheat Thins.

Notes

Keys To Success
  • Leave Dubliner cheese in refrigerator until ready to grate, so it doesn’t crumble. Dubliner is a granular cheese, so keeping it cold will make it easier to grate.
  • Let the cream cheese come to room temperature by taking it out of the refrigerator a couple hours in advance. 

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 245mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 193mg | Iron: 1mg

Dubliner Cheese Dip …It’s what’s for an Appetizer.

This cheddar dip recipe was first published December of 2015, and updated with new photos and more detailed information.

Orange Pound Cake Recipe with Sugared Cranberries

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Moist, dense yet finely textured, this orange pound cake recipe is fragrantly flavored with grated orange zest and fresh squeezed orange juice. It’s a perfect cake to impress guests for Thanksgiving or Christmas. And one that will give any holiday cake a run for its money.

Once Florida oranges hit our markets every Fall, I try to make as many “orange” things as I can. Some of our favorites are Orange Roasted Salmon, and Fennel Orange Salad.

Orange pound cake with sugared cranberries

This is a super rewarding and easy pound cake recipe, not to mention reliable because it’s from Ina Garten, Barefoot Contessa.

Beautiful with citrus flavor, this is a perfect recipe to make for any Holiday party, whether it’s your own, or when you’re invited out. Tis the season for Holiday gatherings.

No one should live without pound cake and especially one that’s flavored with orange and topped with a luscious orange syrup glaze, an easy frosting, then surrounded by sugared cranberries. Does it get anymore festive than that?

This is one of those recipes that even though a bit time consuming, it’s easy enough for a beginning baker to tackle. It’s impressive enough to be an incredibly rewarding baking project to showcase at your next Holiday party.

And it’s my new favorite cake recipe, edging out Creamy Banana Coffee Cake which is another recipe you might want to keep in your back pocket for Holiday entertaining ideas.

What Is Pound Cake?

Pound cake gets its name not because it’s heavy but because it’s easy. Based on an old-fashioned method using a pound each of four ingredients: flour, sugar, butter and eggs.

But don’t let its simplicity fool you into thinking it’s a pushover in the flavor department. Designed to be made without a recipe, pound cakes have evolved into some clever flavor combinations that will wow guests at any gathering.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredients to make orange pound cake
Ingredients for Orange Pound Cake Recipe
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Powdered (confectioners) Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Oranges: For orange zest and fresh orange juice
  • Butter
  • Buttermilk
  • Vanilla
  • Baking Powder and Baking Soda
  • Salt

Add the flour and buttermilk mixtures alternately to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour.

Step 5: Ready to Bake
  • Step 5: Pour the batter into two buttered and floured loaf pans.
Two loaves of orange pound cake cooling on a wire rack
Step 6: Bake and Cool
  • Step 6: Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour. Let cool on wire rack.
Orange syrup glaze for orange pound cakes
Step 7: Make the orange syrup glaze

Step 7: While the cakes are baking, make the orange glaze by cooking sugar and orange juice until sugar dissolves.

Making frosting for orange pound cake recipe
Step 8: Make the Frosting

Step 8: Combine the confectioners’ sugar and orange juice in a bowl, mixing with a wire whisk until smooth.

Frosted Orange Pound Cakes on a wire rack
Step 9: Frost Pound Cakes

Step 9: Pour over the top of one cake and allow the glaze/frosting to dry. Wrap well, and store in the refrigerator.

How To Make Sugared Cranberries

Easy! Just pick-up a 12-ounce bag of fresh cranberries at the grocery store. You’ll need two cups of sugar, divided. ½ cup to make the syrup to coat the cranberries and 1-½ cups to coat the cranberries for that frosted cranberry appearance.

How to make sugared cranberries
Step 10: Make The Sugared Cranberries
  • Step 10: Combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a sauce pan. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 2 – 3 minutes. Stir in cranberries until they’re coated well with the syrup.
Drying sugared cranberries on a wire rack
Step 10: Dry the Cranberries
  • Step 11: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries to a wire rack over a sheet pan. Let dry for at least an hour.
Rolling sticky cranberries in sugar to make sugared cranberries
Step 11: Coat the cranberries in sugar

Step 11: Working in batches, roll the sticky cranberries in the remaining sugar until well coated. Move them back to the rack and let dry for at least another hour.

FAQ’s and Tips

Room Temperature Butter

Allow 1 – 2 hours for the butter to come to room temperature. Room temperature butter is still “solid” but soft enough to hold air. It’s simply important to cream sugar and butter correctly. The butter must be soft enough for your finger to make an indentation, but not too soft where it looks greasy. This means no cheating and trying to soften butter in the microwave. Plan ahead. I like this article from Bon Appetit, which explains the process in more detail.

Use Parchment Paper

Even though you’ve greased and floured the loaf pans, it may still be difficult to remove the cakes from the pans. Parchment paper will insure a clean break. Just use the bottom of the loaf pans to draw a rectangle on the parchment paper. Cut out the shapes and place them on the bottom of the pan after you’ve floured and greased. Just remember to remove the paper once the cake is done.

Can I Use Store Bought Orange Juice?

Sure! But you’re still going to need fresh oranges for the orange zest. So why waste those oranges. Just slice them open after zesting and squeeze out the orange juice.

Can You Freeze Pound Cake?

Yes! Pound cake freezes very well. Once the cake has cooled, wrap it tight in plastic wrap and place it flat in the freezer. It will keep up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator when ready to use.

Recipe for Orange Pound Cake with Orange Glaze and Sugared Cranberries

Sliced orange pound cake with sugared cranberries on the side

To serve, just place the orange pound cake on your favorite platter and surround with sugared cranberries. I have made this pound cake with and without the white frosting. The white frosting makes a more festive holiday presentation than the photo above. It’s nice with the sugared cranberries.

I hope you give this Orange Pound Cake recipe a try. And if you do, please come back and let me know how you liked it and give the recipe a star rating.

Your feedback is valuable to me for developing future recipes. And if you have a favorite pound cake recipe, let me know. This recipe for orange pound cake was so easy and rewarding, I’m really looking forward to trying more pound cakes.

And if you’re looking for more dessert recipes, don’t miss my Dessert Category. You’ll find lots of fun recipes to satisfy that sweet tooth, along with another one of our orange flavored desserts for Orange Slice Bars.

Orange pound cake with orange glaze and sugared cranberries
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Orange Pound Cake Recipe with Orange Glaze and Sugared Cranberries

This is a recipe for Orange Pound Cake with orange glaze, surrounded by beautiful sugared cranberries. Moist, dense yet fine textured,  this pound cake recipe is flavored with grated orange zest and fresh squeezed orange juice. It’s a perfect cake recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas and one that will give any Holiday cake recipe a run for its money.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 689kcal
Author: Lea Ann Brown

Ingredients

  • ½ pound unsalted butter 2 sticks, at room temperature
  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar divided
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • ⅓ cup grated orange zest 5-6 oranges
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice divided
  • ¾ cup buttermilk at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Frosting Glaze: optional:
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar sifted
  • 1 ½ tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
  • Sugared Cranberries
  • 12 ounces Cranberries fresh
  • 2 cups Sugar divided

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour two 8 ½ x 4 ½ x 2 ½-inch loaf pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  • Cream the butter and 2 cups of the granulated sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment for about 5 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
  • With the mixer on medium speed, beat in the eggs, one at a time, and the orange zest.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, combine ¼ cup of the orange juice, the buttermilk, and vanilla.
  • Add the flour and buttermilk mixtures alternately to the batter, beginning and ending with the flour.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the pans, smooth the tops, and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • While the cakes bake, cook the remaining ½ cup of granulated sugar with the remaining ½ cup orange juice in a small saucepan over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
  • When the cakes are done, let them cool for 10 minutes. Take them out of the pans and place them on a baking rack set over a tray. Spoon the orange syrup over the cakes while they're still warm. This will allow the cakes to absorb the syrup better. Then allow the cakes to cool completely.
  • Frosting Glaze: Combine the confectioners' sugar and orange juice in a bowl, mixing with a wire whisk until smooth. Add a few more drops of juice, if necessary, to make it pour easily. Pour over the top of the cakes and allow the glaze to dry. Wrap well, and store in the refrigerator.
  • Sugared Cranberries: Combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a sauce pan. Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 2 – 3 minutes. Stir in cranberries until they're coated well with the syrup.Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries to a wire rack over a sheet pan. Let dry for at least 1 hour. Working in batches, roll the sticky cranberries in the remaining sugar until well coated. Place them back on the wire rack and let dry for at least 1 hour.

Notes

Room Temperature Butter: Allow 1 – 2 hours for the butter to come to room temperature. Room temperature butter is still “solid” but soft enough to hold air. It’s simply important to cream sugar and butter correctly. The butter must be soft enough for your finger to make an indentation, but not too soft where it looks greasy. This means no cheating and trying to soften butter in the microwave.
Use Parchment Paper: Even though you’ve greased and floured the loaf pans, it may still be difficult to remove the cakes from the pans. Parchment paper will insure a clean break. Just use the bottom of the loaf pans to draw a rectangle on the parchment paper. Cut out the shapes and place them on the bottom of the pan after you’ve floured and greased. Just remember to remove the paper once the cake is done.
If you’d like to omit the orange glaze and frosting, simply dust the pound cake with powdered sugar. But please note, that orange syrup glaze truly enhances this cake.
Pound cake freezes very well. Once the cake has cooled, wrap it tight in plastic wrap and place it flat in the freezer. It will keep up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator when ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 689kcal | Carbohydrates: 114g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 78g | Vitamin A: 745IU | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2.2mg

Ina Garten Orange Pound Cake Recipe … It’s What’s For The Holidays

New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas

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New Mexico claims ownership to the creation of stacked enchiladas. Instead of rolled, fried tortillas are flat enchiladas, stacked with a mixture of ground beef and melted cheese and red chile sauce. In traditional New Mexico style, the enchiladas are then topped with a fried egg. Stacked enchiladas are guaranteed to bring your taste buds alive with true Southwestern charm.

New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas topped with a fried egg.

Why Are Stacked Enchiladas Easier?

Common in New Mexico, stacked enchiladas use the same ingredients as traditional enchiladas like these Pulled Pork Enchiladas Verde, but rather than rolled inside of a corn tortilla, the ingredients are stacked. Which makes for an easier no-fuss, quick-fix experience.

For this recipe, these New Mexico stacked enchiladas use stand alone corn tortillas that have been fried then layered with enchilada sauce, ground beef and cheese. Once stacked, the enchiladas are then baked long enough to simply melt the cheese and bring the ingredients together.

The corn tortillas stay crispy in spots and soft and chewy in others by absorbing the sauce and the juices from the ground beef and fresh tomatoes.

And there’s that ooey-gooey cheesy part. The strong Southwestern flavors of this wonderful creation are truly enhanced when the yolk of the egg mixes in with the other ingredients.

This recipe is compliments of one of my New Mexico born and raised chef instructors at Culinary School. He referred to them as Santa Fe Enchiladas.

Being a New Mexico Stacked Enchilada purist, he always tops the dish with a fried egg cooked sunny side up or over medium. His family made stacked enchiladas with ground beef, but these can also be made meatless.

For the sauce, make your own New Mexico Red Chile Sauce using a medium heat Chimayo chile powder. You can also use this Easy enchilada Sauce in place of the Red Chile Sauce.

Let’s take a look.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

ingredients to make New Mexico Stacked enchiladas

Ingredients to Make Stacked Enchiladas

  • Red Chile Sauce or Red Enchilada Sauce
  • Diced fresh tomatoes (optional)
  • Ground Beef: Choose a lean blend. 93-7% works well here.
  • Sweet Onion
  • Shredded Lettuce (for garnish – optional) Iceberg lettuce is a good choice here.
  • Hatch Chile Peppers: Roasted, peeled, and diced
  • Oil for frying tortillas. A neutral oil works well here. Canola and Vegetable oil are good choices.
  • Eggs
  • Yellow Corn Tortillas
  • Shredded Cheese: I like to use a blend of cheddar and white melting cheese. Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack and Muenster are good choices here.

Ingredient Subs and Substitutions

  • Enchilada Sauce: If you don’t want to make your own homemade enchilada sauce, purchase canned. Purchasing one 19-ounce, or two 10 ounce cans will give you plenty of sauce.
  • Tomatoes: If fresh tomatoes are out of season, use Cherub cherry tomatoes. Don’t substitute canned tomatoes for fresh. Canned tomatoes, even drained will offer too much liquid, causing the tortillas to become soggy. Omit tomatoes in this case.
  • Ground Beef: Substitute ground turkey or ground chicken in place of the ground beef. Shredded chicken will also work like a charm here. Or omit the meat entirely and make these vegetarian stacked enchiladas. You can also substitute black beans for the ground beef.
  • Tortillas: I prefer yellow corn tortillas for this recipe because they’re sturdier and have a more defined corn flavor. You can substitute white corn tortillas if you don’t have yellow.
  • Shredded Cheese: To make this recipe even easier, grab a package of Mexican blend shredded cheese at the grocery store.

Step by Step Instructions

Looking around on the web I found several versions of Stacked Enchiladas. Many don’t use ground beef, just cheese and the red chile sauce. We’ll make this version with ground beef.

Browning beef onions and green chile peppers to make stacked enchiladas
  1. Step 1: Brown The Beef With Onions and Chile Peppers: Heat a fry skillet over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the ground beef and onions. Add a couple of pinches of chili powder to the ground beef to add a kick of flavor. Cook until ground beef is just starting to lose its pink color. Add the chopped chiles and stir until chiles are warm and ground beef is no longer pink.
How to fry corn tortillas for stacked enchiladas
  1. Step 2: How To Fry Corn Tortillas: The corn tortillas for are handled a bit differently than rolled and baked enchiladas. We’ll skip the step of dipping the fried tortilla in the enchilada sauce, and simply fry the corn tortilla. I like to use my omelette pan. Heat the pan on medium high heat. Once hot, add the oil and heat until the oil is shimmering. One by one, place the corn tortillas in the hot oil and cook for 30 seconds. No need turn them. Once you see bubbles starting to form on the tortilla (see photo of the tortilla in the pan above), using a spatula, remove the tortilla to a plate lined with a paper towel. Repeat with the rest of the tortillas.
Placing ground beef on corn tortilla to make stacked enchiladas.
Adding enchilada sauce to tortillas for stacked enchiladas.
  1. Step 3: Start building the stacked enchiladas.Using an oven proof pan, start by placing enough of the ground beef, onion and chile pepper mix on a corn tortilla. Then add ¼ cup red chile sauce or enchilada sauce.
adding cheese and tomatoes to corn tortillas to make stacked enchiladas
Stacked enchiladas ready to bake
  1. Step 4: Finish by adding a good handful of grated cheese and a sprinkle of chopped tomato. Repeat with one more layer. Add cheese and sauce to the top of the third tortilla. These stacked enchiladas are ready to bake just long enough to melt that cheese. Use a comal or a baking sheet.

Step 5: In the meantime, fry two eggs to sunny-side up stage.

Variations

  • Switch things up and add sliced radishes and chopped cilantro.
  • Omit the ground beef and add corn and even black beans to make this a vegetarian stacked enchilada dinner.
  • A drizzle of sour cream will make this a Tex-Mex version.

FAQ’s

Why are my tortillas breaking when I remove them from the oil?

There are two reasons for this. Either your oil is not hot enough, or you’re not cooking them long enough. I always lose or sacrifice a couple of tortillas during this process. Play with the heat until the tortilla fries just enough to be almost crispy in 30 seconds.

Can I make stacked enchiladas ahead of time?

I recommend that you assemble and bake these enchiladas when you’re planning on eating them. Storing fried tortillas can turn them soggy or rubbery. If you’re making red chile sauce or homemade enchilada sauce, that piece of this meal most certainly should be prepared ahead of time.

Can I use another sauce beside red sauce?

I’m so glad you asked! Try Hatch Green Chile Sauce for a verde experience. A mole sauce would bring this dish to a whole new level of earthiness.

Recipe for New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas

Eating New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas with a knife and fork.

If you’re looking for fresh New Mexico cuisine, I hope you give this Stacked Enchilada recipe a try. They’re a wonderful treat and a great introduction to New Mexico Cuisine.

Serve this hearty fiesta style meal alongside Salsa and chips. Or with Cowboy Beans.

More Enchilada Recipes

And if you’ love Mexican food as much as we do, don’t miss my Mexican Food and Southwest Recipes Category. You’ll find lots of fun recipe to spice up your meal plans, including the most popular on my site for Hatch Green Chile with Pork.

If you’re chile pepper crazed like us, don’t miss my post on Chili vs Chile for more Hatch Green Chile Recipes.

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New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas topped with a fried egg.
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New Mexico Stacked Enchiladas

New Mexico claims ownership to the creation of Stacked Red Chile Cheese Enchiladas. Perfect for any meal of the day and guaranteed to set your taste buds on fire!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Mexican
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 2
Calories: 628kcal
Author: Lea Ann Brown

Ingredients

  • 2 cups New Mexico Red Chile Sauce or Enchilada Sauce
  • 1 pound ground beef browned
  • 1 cup sweet onion chopped
  • 4 Hatch green chile peppers roasted, peeled and chopped. Or 1-4 ounce can chopped Hatch chile peppers
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican Blend cheese
  • 2 tomato chopped
  • chopped lettuce for topping
  • 6 yellow corn tortilla
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil canola oil works well here
  • 2 eggs fried over easy or over medium

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in a fry pan until done. Drain excess grease, stir in the Hatch Green chile and set aside.
  • In a fry pan, heat oil over medium high heat until hot. The oil should be hot enough that the tortillas bubbles as its lowered into the oil. Fry corn tortillas one at a time 30 seconds each. Place tortillas on a plate that's been lined with a paper towel. Place another paper towel on top of the tortillas as you cook them to help keep them warm.
  • To build the enchiladas. In an oven proof dishes, I use my Comal, place one tortilla. Top with ¼ cup ground beef and ¼ cup New Mexico Red Chile Sauce and a good sprinkle of the shredded cheese and fresh tomato. Place a tortilla on top of of that and another layer of the ingredients. Place the third tortilla on top and sprinkle with cheese and sauce. Use three tortillas for each stack.
  • In the meantime, fry two eggs until over easy.
  • Bake or broil until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve immediately topped with more fresh tomato, chopped lettuce and fried egg. If you want add a dollop of sour cream to the top and diced raw onions (after baking)
  • This served the two of us with plenty of leftovers.

Video

Notes

Tortillas: You can use white corn tortillas for this recipe, but the yellow corn tortillas have a stronger flavor and a stronger structure. They’ll hold up better to frying and the corn flavor will shine when topped with the enchilada sauce and the ground beef. 
Frying Tortillas: Why are my corn tortillas breaking when I remove them from the oil? There are two reasons for this. Either your oil is not hot enough, or you’re not cooking them long enough. I always lose or sacrifice a couple of tortillas during this process. Play with the heat until the tortilla fries just enough to be almost crispy in 30 seconds.
Can this recipe be made ahead of time? I recommend that you assemble and bake these enchiladas when you’re planning on eating them. Storing fried tortillas can turn them soggy or rubbery. If you’re making red chile sauce or homemade enchilada sauce, that piece of this meal most certainly should be prepared ahead of time.
Vegetarian: Omit the ground beef and make this recipe a vegetarian entree.
Ground Beef Seasoning: If you’d like to add a bit of seasoning to the ground beef, add a couple of pinches of chili powder, or New Mexico red chile powder. A spoonful of taco seasoning will also work here.

Nutrition

Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 197mg | Sodium: 1357mg | Potassium: 1060mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1491IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 736mg | Iron: 5mg

Stacked Enchiladas …They’re what’s for Dinner.

Southwestern Rotisserie Chicken Soup – 30 Minute Weeknight Meal

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This Rotisserie Chicken Soup is Ready in 30 minutes . Next time you have a left rotisserie chicken, turn it into this rich tasting chicken soup, with a Mexican flair. Chicken soup with rotisserie chicken is absolutely perfect for a weeknight dinner. Using canned beans, and canned creamed corn and warming spices, you’ll simply love the simplicity of this recipe.

Rotisserie Chicken Soup garnished with cilantro

Ready In 30 Minutes

Let’s take a little time for some rotisserie chicken gratitude and to those responsible for rotisserie chickens in our market. Those people have created a grab and go situation that makes us all happy during a busy work week. And those tasty chickens are great for a quick soup recipe like this Southwestern Rotisserie Chicken Soup.

Using canned chicken broth, canned corn, and canned beans, the only chopping to do is onion and poblano peppers. It’s easy to remove the meat from a rotisserie chicken = dinner on the table in 30 minutes!

Why This Southwestern Rotisserie Chicken Soup Recipe Works

  • Chicken soup using rotisserie chicken makes amazing meal. Using leftovers is a life-saver for a quick to the table weeknight meal.
  • This soup is not just a meal, but a comforting and flavorful experience that brings together the rich and robust flavors of the Southwest.
  • This easy-to-make soup is a perfect solution for utilizing leftover rotisserie chicken, transforming it into a hearty and satisfying dish. The combination of cooked chicken, canned beans, creamed corn, and warming spices creates, makes this a quick weeknight dinner that will become a go-to favorite.
  • This is a soup recipe that’s on the table pronto!

This is a recipe idea I swiped from my friend and neighbor, Rosa. Yes, the same Rosa that shared her very popular red chile sauce recipe with all of us.

Let’s take a look.

Ingredients You’ll Need

ingredients to make rotisserie chicken soup
  • Canned Beans: I like to use Great Northern Beans to keep this a white chicken soup recipe.
  • Canned Creamed Corn: I love this ingredient for this soup. Canned creamed corn adds a touch of sweetness and a touch of creaminess. No need to drain the corn at all.
  • Chicken Broth
  • Poblano Peppers: My go-to pepper for most Mexican food recipes, they’re readily available, mild on the heat scale yet full of earthy flavor.
  • Chile Powder: Please use a single variety chile powder rather than chili powder. Chili powder is a blend of spices whereas chile powder (with an e) is a powder made solely from ground chile peppers. New Mexico ground red chili powder is my choice, but Ancho chile powder will work very well here.
  • Mexican Oregano: Mexican oregano has lemon and citrus flavors which always pair well with spicy Mexican recipes.
  • Salt and pepper: To taste.
  • Sour Cream: Please use full fat. You’ll be more pleased with the creaminess it brings to the soup over a thinner low-fat option.
  • Rotisserie Chicken: Use white and dark meat.

Ingredient Swaps and Subs

  • Canned Beans: Use any type of canned beans you’d like for this recipe. Cannellini beans are a good white bean substitute for Great Northern, and you can also use canned pinto beans. For fun, try canned yellow or white hominy in place of the beans. It’s always a welcome addition to any Mexican soup.
  • Broth: Vegetable broth would be a good substitute here. I would advise against beef broth, as it would completely change the flavor profile of this creamy rotisserie chicken soup theme. If you’re watching sodium intakes, use a low sodium chicken broth.
  • Poblano Peppers: Fresh jalapeno peppers would be a good substitute here. If you want to tame the heat, remove the veins and seeds from the jalapenos. Then you have a similar heat profile as the poblano peppers. Use 4 jalapenos in place of the poblanos.
  • Oregano: Most people think that you can simply use regular (Mediterranean) oregano in place of Mexican Oregano. You most certainly can, but a better substitute is Marjoram. Known for its aroma and delicate flavor, its related to oregano and will bring a sweet undertone to any recipe.
  • Sour Cream: Substitute Mexican Crema for sour cream. You can find it in the Mexican Section of the produce department.

Making Rotisserie Chicken Soup – It’s Easy

cooking poblano peppers and onions in a dutch oven.
  1. Step 1: Sautee Vegetables Heat a Dutch oven over medium high heat. One the pan is hot, add 2 Tablespoons of Canola Oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped poblano peppers and onions. Sautee for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
Adding shredded rotisserie chicken and broth to vegetables for rotisserie chicken soup
  1. Step 2: Add the shredded Rotisserie Chicken meat and the broth.
Adding spices to rotisserie chicken soup
  1. Step 3: Add creamed corn, canned beans, spices and stir. Cook on medium low for about 15 minutes or until flavors are blended and chicken, beans and corn are well heated.

Voila, diner in a jiff.

Tips For Success

  • Using That Chicken Carcass: meat attached and lots of flavor in those bones. Chicken stock from rotisserie chicken is easy to make. Just grab a large soup pot and cover the carcass with enough water to cover. Add a handful of chopped carrots, celery and onion. Some parsley is nice here. Rachel Ray has a nice easy recipe, check it out.
  • Use both white and dark meat. That dark meat will bring more flavor to the soup.

Tips and FAQ’s

Do I Have To Use Rotisserie Chicken?

This chicken soup recipe will work very well with quick baked chicken breasts. Just set the oven temp to 350 degrees and place two boneless skinless chicken breasts in a casserole dish sprayed with non-stick spray. Salt and pepper and bake until done. Depending on the size of the chicken breast, it will take about 20 to 30 minutes. Let the chicken cool and cut into bite sized pieces or shred. In the meantime you can be gathering ingredients to prepare the soup.

Is Rotisserie Chicken Soup Good For You?

It is. First of all, it’s a good source of lean protein. Especially since you’re removing the skin from the cooked rotisserie chicken. Beans also provide a good source of protein, antioxidants, maintain glucose metabolism, folate which is essential to overall health. And more. Source, Medical News Today.

Can I Make This Recipe In An Instant Pot?

You can, but I truly believe it would take longer than cooking stove-top.

What To Serve It With

  • Pair this with a tossed green salad for a simple balanced meal. And dress it with this very popular recipe for Blue Cheese Dressing.
  • Bread is always a welcome side with soup, try this recipe for Cornbread Made with Creamed Corn. Rich and moist, it’s one of the most popular recipes on my site.

Freezer and Leftover Tips

  • Storage: If there happens to be any leftovers, after the soup has completely cooled, simply store in the refrigerator in a sealed container. The soup will keep for 5 days.
  • Freezer: Place any leftover soup in a freezer safe container. I like to use freezer safe zip-lock style bags. Just stand the bags up spoon in the soup to about ¾ of the way full. Squeeze the air out, make sure the bag is sealed well and store laying down flat to optimize freezer space. Be sure to label and date the bag.
  • How To Reheat This Soup: You can place the soup into individual bowls and heat in the microwave. The 50% power feature is your best friend. Heat in 30 second increments at 50% power until hot enough to eat. I find it much easier to place the leftover soup in a sauce pan and reheat stove top. Just heat until it comes to a simmer, stirring a few times and serve.
Chicken soup with rotisserie chicken.

And if you’re looking for even more soup recipes, don’t miss my Soup Category. You’ll find lots of great recipes, including one of the most popular chicken soup recipes on my site for Sopa Ranchero, Southwest Chicken Soup.

And if you're looking for a soup recipe to cook when you don't feel like cooking, check this one out for Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing.

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Rotisserie chicken soup served in a white bowl garnished with cilantro.
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Southwest Rotisserie Chicken Soup

Rotisserie Chicken Soup is absolutely perfect for a weeknight dinner. Using canned beans, and canned creamed corn, this Rotisserie Chicken Soup is Ready in 30 minutes
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course Chicken
Cuisine: American/Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 6
Calories: 148kcal
Author: Lea Ann Brown

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
  • 2 poblano peppers chopped
  • ½ sweet onion chopped
  • 3 Cups Rotisserie Chicken shredded or cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 cans Great Northern Beans 2-15.8 ounce cans, drained
  • 14.75 ounce creamed corn 1 can, not drained
  • 29 ounces chicken broth 2 cans
  • ½ teaspoon Mexican Oregano or marjoram
  • ½ teaspoon Chile powder New Mexico or Ancho
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup sour cream

Instructions

  • Heat a Dutch oven over medium high heat. One the pan is hot, add 2 Tablespoons of Canola Oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped poblano peppers and onions. Sautee for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add shredded Rotisserie Chicken meat and the broth to the pan.
  • Add creamed corn, canned beans, spices and stir until well blended.
  • Cook on medium low for about 15 minutes or until flavors are blended and chicken, beans and corn are well heated.
  • Stir in the sour cream and serve immediately.

Notes

Chicken Breasts: Rotisserie chicken soup will work very well with quick baked chicken breasts. Just set the oven temp to 350 degrees and place two boneless skinless chicken breasts in a casserole dish sprayed with non-stick spray. Salt and pepper and bake until done. Depending on the size of the chicken breast, it will take about 20 to 30 minutes. Let the chicken cool and cut into bite sized pieces or shred. In the meantime you can be gathering ingredients to prepare the soup.
If there happens to be any leftovers, after the soup has cooled, simply store in the refrigerator in a sealed container. The soup will keep for 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 788mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1648IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg

Rotisserie Chicken Soup … It’s Whats for Dinner

Brown Rice Mushroom Soup Without Cream

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This is a recipe for easy healthy mushroom soup without cream. Just a simple, brothy luxurious bowl of soup. The secret weapon that elevates this earthy soup from normal to stardom is a splash of sherry. Sherry is a great partner for fresh thyme to season this soup.

Country Mushroom Soup without cream and with brown rice and thyme

This recipe was first published November of 2017 and republished November 2021 with step by step instructions and photos.

How did it happen? It’s six degrees out right now, but I’m not blaming the deep freeze weather for our sudden glut of soup.

We’ve eaten soup every day this week, for lunch, for dinner. And this Country Mushroom Soup actually ended up being our favorite for the week.

This isn’t just your average homemade mushroom soup. With no condensed canned soup, this is a healthy mushroom soup without cream that simply doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Big chunks of mushrooms, simply seasoned with fresh thyme and healthy with brown rice. It’s one of those brothy soups that makes you feel good about eating it.

The secret ingredient is a splash of sherry, and if you like mushrooms, a pure delight.

Sherry is a fortified wine and produced in Jarez, Spain. Sherry elevates a recipe with it’s nutty flavor and smoky back notes.  Don’t hesitate to experiment. It works beautifully with mushrooms, shrimp, crab, or poultry. 

A relatively easy soup that wows the palate. Let’s take a look.

Ingredients to make mushroom soup without cream

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Chicken Broth: Canned chicken broth makes this an easy fix. Homemade chicken stock will make this even tastier.
  • Button Mushrooms: Purchase whole mushrooms, or pre-sliced to save you time.
  • Onion: Use a sweet or yellow onion.
  • Brown Rice
  • Dry Sherry: Dry Sherry is a white wine from Spain. It has a crisp and nutty flavor and adds a wonderful layer of flavor to this soup.
  • Butter and Oil: Use a neutral oil. Canola or vegetable oil works well here.
  • Fresh Thyme

Ingredient Substitutions

  • Broth: Use vegetable broth to make this a vegetarian mushroom soup.
  • Mushrooms: The best mushrooms for soup: I’ve always used white button mushrooms (Crimini) for this soup, however, mushrooms labeled Baby Bella would work beautifully here.
  • Rice: You most certainly can substitute white rice for brown rice for this soup. Adjust cooking time for white rice according to package directions. However, still toast the rice with the onions before adding broth.
  • Sherry: If you simply don’t have sherry, you can substitute white wine, brandy or dry vermouth. Please don’t use cooking sherry. Buy the real stuff.
  • Fat: This recipe calls for both butter and oil. You can either use all butter or all oil if you wish.
  • Thyme: Fresh is always best, but if you don’t have fresh thyme, you can easily substitute dried thyme. Dried herbs are often more concentrated and potent than fresh, so substitute one teaspoon dried thyme for the 1 tablespoon of fresh.

Step By Step Instructions

cooking onions and brown rice for mushroom soup
  1. Step 1: Toast The Brown Rice: Heat a large sauce pan, I use my 6 qt. Le Creuset Dutch Oven, over medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the butter and the oil. Once the butter is melted and bubbly, add the chopped onions and brown rice. Toast the onions and brown rice for about six minutes, stirring consistently.
cooking mushrooms for mushroom soup.
  1. Step 2: Cook The Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until just starting to brown. Stir consistently. This should take about 5 – 7 minutes.
Adding broth to make mushroom soup without cream.
  1. Step 3: Add the broth and thyme. Cover the pan and let is simmer on low for 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Add sherry and thyme and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Voila! Done! Easy healthy mushroom soup for a weeknight dinner that feels like a fancy restaurant meal.

Tips and FAQ’s

How Do You Brown Mushrooms?

Please make sure to sautee the mushrooms until they’re starting to brown around the edges. This means that most of the moisture has been cooked from the mushrooms and the texture has changed from spongy to somewhat crisp. This is important because mushrooms are a sponge, and once you add the broth, if the mushrooms are not browned properly, the texture will be a bit rubbery, spongy.

Why Is This A Healthy Mushroom Soup?

Mushrooms are low in sodium, naturally fat free, naturally low calorie and loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Crimini mushrooms are a source of zinc, which is vital nutrient for our immune system. Source: WebMD And making a mushroom soup without cream, makes this a super nutritious option.

Is This Mushroom Soup Vegetarian?

Even though there’s no meat in this soup, you’ll need to switch out Vegetable broth for Chicken Broth to make this a vegetarian mushroom soup.

Tips For Success:

  • If you’re purchasing whole mushrooms, don’t rinse them with water to clean them. Mushrooms are like a sponge and will soak up the water which will compromise the texture. Use a dry paper towel to wipe the mushrooms clean. To make this soup easier than easy, I usually purchase pre-sliced mushrooms.
  • Working With Fresh Thyme: To make quick work of adding fresh thyme to this recipe. Hold a stalk of thyme at the top, with the leaves pointing up. Simply run your fingers down the stalk pulling the leaves down with your fingers. The leaves will easily come off the stalk

Storage and Reheating

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat stovetop, or in a microwave.
  • Since this is a mushroom soup without cream, this recipe will freeze very easily. Store in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Let soup thaw overnight before reheating.

What To Serve With Country Mushroom Soup

Soup can be served with bread and a simple tossed salad. Take a look at this beautiful Hearts of Palm Salad, and this Cornbread Recipe with Creamed Corn.

Recipe, Mushroom Soup Without Cream

Mushroom soup with brown rice garnishes with thyme

I hope you give this healthy mushroom soup recipe a try. It’s one of the first soup recipes we make as soon as the temperature changes in November. And making this healthier version of mushroom soup without cream will make you feel all healthy inside.

This soup is dairy free, gluten free, and Whole 30 friendly.

More Delicious Healthy Soup Recipes

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Brown rice mushroom soup without cream garnished with fresh thyme.
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5 from 14 votes

Brown Rice Mushroom Soup Without Cream

This is a recipe for easy brown rice mushroom soup without cream that is also healthy and luxurious.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soup, Stews and Chilis
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 234kcal
Author: Lea Ann Brown

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion rough chopped
  • 1 pound button mushrooms wiped clean and sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves of 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ cup brown rice
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • ¼ cup dry Sherry
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Over medium high heat, heat a dutch oven until just getting hot. Add butter and olive oil. When oil mixture is hot, add onion and brown rice. Toast the onion and rice stirring consistently, about 5 – 6 minutes.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and add the mushrooms. Cook until just browned. About 5 minutes more. Stirring frequently.
  • Add chicken broth and thyme and simmer covered about 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Stir in Sherry and season with salt and pepper. Simmer on low uncovered for 10 minutes.

Notes

Canned Broth: If using canned broth, use three 14.5 ounce cans and make up the small difference with water to equal the 6 cups. Add a little more water if needed to make this a brothy soup.
Browning Mushrooms: Please make sure to sautee the mushrooms until they’re starting to brown around the edges. This means that most of the moisture has been cooked from the mushrooms and the texture has changed from spongy to somewhat crisp. This is important because mushrooms are a sponge, and once you add the broth, if the mushrooms are not browned properly, the texture will be a bit rubbery, spongy.
Working with Mushrooms: If you’re purchasing whole mushrooms, don’t rinse them with water to clean them. Mushrooms are like a sponge and will soak up the water which will compromise the texture. Use a dry paper towel to wipe the mushrooms clean. To make this soup easier than easy, I usually purchase pre-sliced mushrooms
Working with Fresh Thyme: To make quick work of adding fresh thyme to this recipe. Hold a stalk of thyme at the top, with the leaves pointing up. Simply run your fingers down the stalk pulling the leaves down with your fingers. The leaves will easily come off the stalk. 

Nutrition

Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 1589mg | Potassium: 793mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 346IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg

Country Mushroom Soup Without Cream …It’s what’s for Dinner.