Basic Guacamole

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Guacamole is the easiest thing to make and there is nothing like making it fresh. Not to mention that in some stores it is very pricey! I have been doing it for several years and it only takes a few ingredients and can be done in under 10 minutes. 

Avocado's are good for you! They are 160 calories each and have 2 grams of protein and 16 grams of mono saturated fat (the good kind of fat) that will keep you feeling full. They are also low in sodium and high in fiber.

If you are not a avocado connoisseur, that is OK! When going to the store, look for ripe avocados. Gently press your thumb into it. It should leave a small indentation. That is when you know they are perfect. If your thumb goes right through it, it is on its way to rotting. If you can't press your thumb into it, it is likely too hard. If you get them in advance, you can put them in a brown bag tightly and they will ripen in the next day or so. You should only be using avocados that are bright green on the inside and show no sign of black spots and it should not be brown in color. 

Basic Guacamole

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1/2 cup of cilantro. Fresh only.
•  1 clove of garlic
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/1 tsp pepper
• 1 lime
• 1 Tbsp mayonnaise. Any kind will do. ( I use Just Mayo by Hampton Creek for those that are dairy free.) 
• 2 small Roma tomato's.
• Small food processor. If you do not have one, you can still mix by hand using a large fork for a more rustic result.

STEP 1. Cut each avocado in half and scoop out the insides into a bowl. Remove pits.

STEP 2. Pull off a 1/2 cup of cilantro leaves and add to the bowl.  You do not want stems as they are course.

STEP 3. Mix in salt and pepper.

STEP 4. Cut lime in half and squeeze each halve into avocado mixture. This will keep your guacamole super green and adds flavor

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STEP 5. Chop and add garlic.

STEP 6. Chop tomatoes into tiny cubes and set aside

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STEP 7. Put all the ingredients in the food processor and start mixing. If the guacamole appears too dry, add more lime or a touch more mayo. We are looking for a creamy consistency. 

STEP 8. Once well mixed, pour into a bowl and fold in tomatoes. Garnish with chips and you have just mastered guacamole! 

Ole!

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