Easy Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps with Guacamole

This feature was sponsored by our friends at Nuts.com. All opinions are my own. These Easy Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps with Guacamole are the ultimate party appetizer or weekend brunch. My tender, slow-roasted sweet onions are bursting with flavor alongside a spoonful of creamy guacamole, the BEST crunchy pecans and chunks of red bell peppers tossed … Continued

Creamy Asparagus Guacamole

Before we chat about this guacamole, I wanted to share this quote I founda few days ago and thought was amazing and so incredibly beautiful. “It isn’t the things that are happening to us that cause us to suffer, it’s what we say to ourselves about the things that are happening.”   “The truth you … Continued

Grilled Cherry Guacamole

Guacamole. It’s so easy to make…why don’t we make it more often? Especially when the summer produce is pleasantly sweet and perfect to be tossed into a fun guacamole recipe. A guac with grilled cherries?

Grapefruit Guacamole

Right now, I wish I was eating this grapefruit guacamole in Mexico. But I’m not…I’m in the 20 degree frigid air of Manhattan. O well. At least I have a bowl of fresh guacamole to keep me satisfied and warm in my apartment, while I dream of watching the Oscars.  Here is a tasty lil’ … Continued

Grilled Corn n’ Pumpkin Guacamole and Stonyfield Yogurt Giveaway

Well, yet another spin on my classic guac…this time the Thanksgiving spirit got me yearnin’ for some pumpkin’ and a lil’ grilled corn, so why not toss it into your guac this season for a tasty sweet n’ savory dish that can be enjoyed as a dip with roasted root vegetables such as eggplant, sweet … Continued

Taco Night Sweepstakes

I am so excited to announce my Taco Night Sweepstakes which starts today!  You can simply submit an original taco, guacamole or salsa recipe using Avocados from Mexico as an ingredient. There will be one Terrific Taco Winner announced on my blog on November the 1st who will be awarded a $100 iCard.  But that’s … Continued

Fresh Grape n’ Pear Gauacamole

Who would have ever thought of tossing in a few fresh red grapes into a guacamole recipe?  Leave it to me, of course, as I’m always experimenting with new fruits, veggies and herbs for a fun spin on the classic ol’ guac.  Here is a tasty ‘summer’ inspired guacamole recipe that has a hint of … Continued

Sweet Pea n’ Asparagus Guacamole

Last night, I got to thinking…its been quite some time since I’ve whipped up a guacamole, so I picked up an avocado at my corner farmer’s market and decided to get creative…how creative? Well, while at the farmer’s market I stumbled upon a fresh batch of sweet snow peas and a beautiful bundle of asparagus…I … Continued

Sweet Pea n’ Asparagus Guacamole

Last night, I got to thinking…its been quite some time since I’ve whipped up a guacamole, so I picked up an avocado at my corner farmer’s market and decided to get creative…how creative? Well, while at the farmer’s market I stumbled upon a fresh batch of sweet snow peas and a beautiful bundle of asparagus…I … Continued

Get Those Kids Cookin’…

Ever wonder how to get your kids involved in the kitchen? Here are a few tips that I offer to my clients…whether you have young children, nieces, nephews, neighbors, family or friends…these tips are sure to get your little ones active and entertained in the kitchen. Cucumber Caterpillar: Slices of cucumber held together with natural … Continued