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Appetizer Recipes

Mexican Cheese Ball

Let your guests help themselves to this 4-cheese spread and El Monterey Taquitos. They'll have a ball!

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Total Time: 6
Serves: 16-20
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Mexican Grill Taquito Tempura Battered Bites

Tempura batter and teriyaki glaze give this Mexican favorite an Asian flair.

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Serves: 2
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Beef Tamale Nachos

Add a fresh twist to your next crowd-pleasing platter of nachos with El Monterey Beef Tamales. Layers of sliced tamales, chips, cheese and tomatoes meld together for a flavorful snack that will have your guests asking about your secret ingredient. Make it fiesta-ready, with a topping of green onions, black olives and fresh cilantro.

Prep Time: 5
Total Time: 20
Serves: 4-6
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El Monterey Crunchero Spicy Hot Crab Dip

Our Nacho Cheese & Beef Cruncheros are the ideal dippers for this zesty seafood-based dip.

Prep Time: 15
Total Time: 30
Serves: 16
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Shredded Steak Corn Taquitos & Mexican Fondue

Fondue goes Mexican! Try this flavorful dip with our taquitos, chimichangas or mini tacos.

Prep Time: 3
Total Time: 23
Serves: 4
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Five-Layer Dip

Fun to look at, and even more fun to eat, this dip assembles in a flash.

Prep Time: 10
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Serves: 4
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Santa Fe Roll-Ups

This hand-held appetizer is an ideal choice for your next gathering.

Prep Time: 30
Total Time: 40
Serves: 10-12
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Nacho Style Taquitos

Taquitos take the starring role in this tempting appetizer.

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Serves: 2-3
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