Festive Fiesta

Turn a plain party into a fiesta by putting some trendy flamenco-rock on the CD. Try Volare! The Very Best of The Gipsy Kings. Bright colors add to the fun, so decorate the yard with a rainbow of Lantern Lights and hanging piñatas, guaranteed to give guests a smashing good time. (Piñatas are available at craft and party stores.) To make the table a kaleidoscope of color, mix and match rustic Fiestaware with different shades of napkins, tying it all together with a vibrant Mexican blanket used as a tablecloth. (For no-fuss entertaining, use plastic tableware and paper napkins.) Make the menu just as enticing – spicy Black Bean Quesadillas (see recipe below), served with tangy Mango Margaritas and Spring Strawberry Shortcake.

Black Bean Quesadilla

Serves 2

INGREDIENTS:
2	burrito-size flour tortillas, Mission®
1	cup canned refried low-fat black beans, Rosarito®
1	cup chunky salsa, Pace®
1	cup Mexican-style shredded cheese, Kraft®
1/2	cup prepared guacamole (refrigerated section)
2	tablespoons sour cream, Knudsen®

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes

PREPARATION:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Lay 1 tortilla on a clean work surface.
Spread the beans evenly over the tortilla.
Spoon 3/4 cup of the salsa over the beans, then sprinkle with the cheese.
Top with the second tortilla.
Place the quesadilla on a foil-covered cookie sheet.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is crisp and brown.
Meanwhile, swirl the guacamole and sour cream together in a small bowl.
Cut the quesadilla into 4 equal portions and transfer to a plate.
Serve with the guacamole mixture and remaining 1/4 cup of salsa.
Storage and Leftovers: Cover tightly and refrigerate; store for up to one day. Reheat in a 400-degree oven for about 10 minutes or until hot.

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Festive Fiesta