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Homemade Guacamole

For years I have made guacamole with the little envelope of seasoning that the grocery store sells next to the avocados.  But  sometimes when they run out of the mix, that means, no guacamole today.  I finally decided to venture…

Rainbow of Fruit

  Last summer I helped a friend with food for a wedding reception.  We made this lovely plate of skewered fruit. When arranged on a round dish it looked just like a rainbow. It had strawberries, cantaloupe, fresh pineapple, green…

Charcuterie Tray

What is a charcuterie tray you ask? char•cu•te• rie / SHär’ koodәrē Basically, it is a French term for any preserved meats like salami, prosciutto, sausage, ham, pates etc.  When I put together a tray I try to have 2 to…

Hot Artichoke & Green Chili Dip

The first time I had this was at a little place called Santa Fe Cafe. Years later someone gave me a copy of a page from Gourmet magazine that featured the recipe.  I am not sure how close this is…