This may come as a surprise, but did you know that spicy food may actually help relieve the symptoms of spring allergies?  It’s true.  What we eat can actually irritate or alleviate some of those allergy symptoms that may be keeping us up at night.  Whereas some foods, such as wine, processed meat and aged cheeses contain high concentrations of histamine, which may provoke allergic symptoms, spicy ingredients, such as cayenne pepper, onions and garlic can help thin mucus and clear nasal passages, offering much needed relief.  This recipe for Spinach Enchiladas fits that bill exactly and may be just what the doctor ordered this spring, whether you suffer from spring allergies or not.

The recipe uses Monterey Jack cheese instead of aged Cheddar and also incorporates spinach into your diet.  Spinach is rich in Vitamin C, E and beta carotine which help combat high blood pressure and reduce your risk of osteoporosis.  In addition, 1 cup of spinach contains 20% of your recommended daily allowance of fiber, which aids in digestion, helps maintain low blood sugar and curbs overeating.  Perhaps most importantly, spinach contains high amounts of flavanoid, a phytonutrient with with anti-cancer properties.  In short, spinach is a super food and what better way to eat it than in enchiladas?

These delicious and nutritious enchiladas require only 20 minutes of prep. time and another 20 minutes in the oven, giving you a healthy and tasty meal in just 40 minutes.  Give this recipe a try and we think you will discover how good it is to add a little spice to your spring!

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