1. Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
To call this the easiest-ever jambalaya is an understatement—what normally can be an all-day affair takes no time at all, thanks to this shortcut recipe. The andouille is already cooked, the chicken is shredded rotisserie, and the white rice is quick-cooking. But the real time-saving star of the show? A jar of salsa. Get the recipe: Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
2. Salsa Butter
You might be wondering, why add salsa to your butter? But after trying this recipe, you might be wondering why wouldn’t you add salsa to your butter? Mixed in alongside the salsa are fresh cilantro, lime zest and juice, plus cumin and garlic. Adding a pat of this flavorful compound butter can do more than you think. Get the recipe: Salsa Butter
3. Salsa Corn Muffins
Here’s a clever way to upgrade a standard box mix of cornbread: Jarred salsa and a spicy hit of pickled jalapeños add just the right amount of heat without going too far. And while salsa isn’t a classic cornbread batter ingredient, it’s a welcome one. Get the recipe: Salsa Corn Muffins