Everyone looks forward to Hatch Chile Season! Just one time a year, you have access to these delicious peppers. I like to roast and peel them then freeze them in bags to use all year.

 

Anaheim is the same type of pepper as "Hatch Chile" but, instead of it being grown in New Mexico, it's grown in California and, surprisingly, this makes it much more mild. Hard to believe that it's the soil and weather conditions that change a tame pepper to spicy!

 

If you can't find Hatch Chiles, Anaheim will do. But while you can, substitute Hatch Chiles for any recipes for Anaheim.

I've been able to find several recipes highlighting this versatile chile pepper, including side dishes, soups and main dishes.

 

I like to use it to make the green chile sauce that I use when making chicken tamales or enchiladas. It's easy with only chiles, tomatillos, onion and garlic.

 

You'll love the green chile chicken soup and you'll even find chiles rellenos made with Anaheim! No time for making rellenos? Try the Chiles Rellenos Casserole instead.

 

Have a look at all the Recipes Using Anaheim Chiles.

Speaking of green sauce, have you ever tried Enchiladas Suizas? It's a delicious Mexican tribute to Swiss cuisine. 

 

Chicken, smothered in a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream and green chile enchilada sauce, wrapped in corn tortillas. So good! 

 

Here are some other recipes you'll want to check out as well.

 

Until next week...

 

Enjoy!