Homemade guacamole

October 25, 12:27 AMMiami Food and Drink ExaminerRosalie E. Leposky

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The typical guacamole consists almost entirely of mashed or pureed avocado. My own version has more ingredients, and more texture and character.

Because I live in Florida, I make my guacamole with Florida avocados, which are larger than their cousins from California and Mexico. If you can find Florida avocados in your stores, use them. If not, avocados from California and Mexico also will work.

Food processers make the best guacamole. For lumpier guacamole, run your process for a shorter period of time, and make smaller batches.

Ingredients:

• One or two peeled and pitted Florida avocados.

• One regular-size tomato.

• One medium-size onion, yellow or red. Try them both and decide which you like best.

• Fresh cilantro – several pieces.

• Fresh lemon or lime juice to taste. Other ingredients such as Crystal Hot Sauce and Worcestershire sauce are optional.

Instructions:

Cut ingredients in pieces that your food processor will chop easily. Blend until everything is mixed.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.