Guacamole

Guacamole is so easy to make; however, people decide in a mad rush to buy it from the store. Now if your guests are waiting at your home and you're still at the store, then yes, buy the guacamole and run! On the other hand, if you have 5 to 10 minutes to spare, it is worth your while to make it homemade. The difference is so noticeable, and this recipe in particular is always a hit. I have made this for several different groups and it pleases all different palates.

It starts with my secret, which I am happy to share. Scoop the avocado into a large bowl and mash until in large chunks, then add half of the lime juice. Adding the lime juice allows the avocado and lime to marinate while you add and mix the other ingredients. This also prevents the lime juice from separating from the guacamole after sitting out at room temperature. Once the lime and avocado is combined, add the seasonings and mash the avocado into your desired texture. Then fold in the onions, jalapeno, tomatoes, cilantro and garlic. Do a taste test, and add the remaining lime juice until you are satisfied. This recipe can be served immediately or set aside for an hour.

Ingredients:

3 avocados, chopped - see how to video here

1 lime, juiced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

1/2 medium white onion, diced

1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

2 tomatoes, seeded and diced

1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

1 clove garlic, minced

Scoop the avocado into a large bowl and mash until in large chunks, then add half of the lime juice. Once the lime and avocado is combined, add the seasonings and mash the avocado into your desired texture. Then fold in the onions, jalapeno, tomatoes, cilantro and garlic. Do a taste test, and add the remaining lime juice until you are satisfied. This recipe can be served immediately or set aside for an hour.