Guacamole

Guacamole, everyone’s favorite avocado-based dip, spread, or topping is so versatile that it can be served with corn chips, nachos (recipe above), on tacos, on baked potatoes, or as a sandwich component.

Makes about 2 cups.

Ingredients:

3 medium ripe avocados
½ cup finely chopped yellow or white onion
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil leaves

3 tablespoons lime juice
2 small cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Peel and chop the avocados, then mash them to desired consistency with a fork in a bowl. Stir in the onion, cilantro or basil, lime juice, garlic, and cumin.