Not just for cowboys, packaged dried beef makes a wonderful starter for this dip, with smoky adobo chiles, toasted pecans, and melted Monterey Jack cheese.
A perennial party favorite, cocktail sausages become extra special with a jerk-seasoned pineapple glaze. Make them as hot (or not) as you like with bottled hot pepper sauce.
When the family arrives for supper, the aroma from this slow-cooking main dish will welcome them. And the cheesy chicken and rice filling has just the right amount of spicy to make it a true family favorite.