Guacamole

I dollop guacamole on everything from breakfast tacos to fajitas. For a heartier dip- styleguacamole, stir in your favorite optional ingredients and serve immediately with tortilla chips.Guacamole can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Place the pit in the center of the guacamole, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface and refrigerate.

Guacamole

Makes 3 cups

YDelicacies.com Yvette Zuniga Jemison

1. Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop the flesh into a molcajete or a medium bowl. Use thetejolote or a fork to mash the avocados until the texture is half smooth and half chunky.

2. Pour the lime juice into the mashed avocados and stir until combined. Add the onion,jalapeño, cilantro, and salt and stir until combined. Add any optional stir-ins. Serve immediatelyor place a pit in the center of the guacamole, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface andrefrigerate up to 2 hours ahead. Serve as prepared or with optional toppings.