Bacon and Poblano Pepper Queso Fundido

what you need
4 slices Bacon
1 Poblano chile, halved lengthwise, seeded and chopped
1 clove Garlic, minced
3 cups KRAFT Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
Make It
PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Cook bacon in skillet until crisp; remove from skillet. Drain all but 1 Tbsp. of the fat from skillet. Add chiles and garlic to skillet; cook and stir until tender.

CRUMBLE bacon. Layer half each of the bacon and chiles in 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish; sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining bacon and chiles.

BAKE 10 to 12 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with tortilla chips, warmed flour tortillas or cut-up fresh vegetables.

Poblano Chile Enchiladas a la Gringa

Ingredients
2 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups water
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
4 fresh poblano chilies
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
10 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
1.Place the chicken breasts, garlic, onion, water, and chicken bouillon into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 40 minutes. When finished, remove the chicken to a plate to cool. Measure out 1 cup of the chicken broth and discard the rest.
2.Roast the poblano chiles over an open flame, or underneath a broiler until the skin has blackened on all sides. Place the chiles into a plastic bag, or a bowl covered with plastic wrap, and allow to steam as they cool, about 30 minutes. When cool, peel the blackened skin off of the pepper, and remove the seeds and membrane.
3.Place the reserved chicken broth into a blender along with the roasted poblanos and sour cream. Puree until smooth and set aside.
4.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tortillas one at a time until softened and beginning to crisp. Place onto a plate and set aside. Pour the pureed poblano mixture into the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes. While the sauce is cooking, slice the cooled chicken breasts into 1/4 inch strips.
5.Using tongs, dip a tortilla into the sauce, coating both sides. Place some of the chicken in the center of the tortilla, roll tightly, then place on a serving dish with the seam side down. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Spoon any remaining sauce over top of the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Makes 10 enchiladas

Mexican tomatillo rice

The ingredients:

•2 cups long grain rice
•2 TBSP canola oil
•1/2 pound tomatillos
•1/2 medium onion
•2 garlic cloves
•1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
•1 tsp chopped fresh basil
•2-3 cups chicken broth
The how-to:
1.In a medium sauce pan fry rice in canola oil until it starts to turn golden brown and has a nutty smell. Make sure to stir constantly to fry evenly.
2.In a blender mix together tomatillos, onion, garlic, jalapeno and basil with 1 cup of chicken broth. Once it’s blended and smooth, add more broth until you get 4 cups of tomatillo sauce (double the amount of rice in cups)
3.Pour sauce over rice, mix well and bring to a boil.
4.Mix again and reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 10-15 minutes stirring lightly every 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning.
5.The liquid should be absorbed in that period of time and the rice should be tender. Serve with your favorite Mexican dinner and enjoy!

Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Pork Loin

Ingredients:
•1 boneless pork loin roast, 4 to 6 pounds
•1 clove garlic, halved
•salt and pepper
•1 1/3 cups brown sugar, divided
•1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
•1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
•1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Preparation:
Wash pork roast, trim excess fat, pat dry, and rub with garlic halves. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then prick the roast all over with a fork or skewer.
In a cup or bowl, combine 1 cup of the brown sugar, the mustard, and vinegar. Rub all over the roast.

Cover and cook on LOW for 7 to 9 hours. Pour off the excess juices.

combine the remaining 1/3 cup brown sugar with cinnamon; Spread the mixture over the top of the roast. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for 1 hour longer.

Serves 6 to 8.
Great with salsa, mexican, etc.