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Thursday, August 15, 2013
5:40 PM
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Jerie
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So here's a nice dinner that is easy to make. It take some time, but it is easy - not at all strenuous. Perfect for a family gathering because of all the servings it provides. My husband and I couldn't finish this, even as leftovers. I felt terrible wasting such a delicious meal.
My favorite was the guac. It was my first time making it. I can see why it's so expensive. A lot of time and effort goes into peeling avocados and mashing them just right, even if you do cheat (as I did) and use a food processor. For such a simple recipe, it requires some patience and dedication.
I can't explain it but I used to hate guacamole. "They" say that your taste buds evolve as you grow older and I can definitely see that. Suddenly, I am more appreciative of foods like guac, onions, and blue cheese than I used to be. But what am I talking about, you're here for the food, right?
Let's break this down!
Guacamole
Ingredients:
- 4 avocados
- 1 red onion, finely diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Step one: Give yourself plenty of time to do this recipe. It took me about an hour and I took a few shortcuts. First peel your avocados. My avocados weren't completely rip right so I couldn't use some pieces, which is why it is as you see it. I had to slice the ripe parts off the not-ripe parts.
Step two: "Mash" it up the best way you know how. A masher, a food processor, a mortar, whatever. I used a processor thinking it would be easiest - it was not. I had to constantly readjust and scrape and mash with a fork. I suggest a mortar if you had one (I don't).
Step three: Put all your mashed avocado in a mixing bowl and add your red onion, tomato, garlic, lime juice, and salt and pepper. Gently mix.
You're all done! Seems simple, doesn't it! Give it a try and give me a comment in the comments section if you know of a good way to mash without a mortar! I love guac and would give just about anything a try!
On to the next thing!
Tex Mex Casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 box penne (I used wheat, but you don't have to)
- 1 can of cheddar soup
- 4oz can of diced chiles
- 10oz can of diced tomatoes
- 4oz can tomato sauce
- 4oz can tomato paste
- 15oz can sweet corn
- 15oz can black beans, drained
- 1lb ground beef or vegetarian substitute
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 cup of colby jack cheese, shredded
It's a long list, I know - but a great meal!
Step one: Preheat oven 350 degrees. Add your onion, garlic, and beef to a greased skillet and cook until browned.
Step two: Prepare your penne according to box instructions. Cook until al dente.
Step three: Once your meat has cooked well, drain the skillet and return to low heat. Add the cheddar soup, chiles, tomato, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 4-6 minutes.
**I apologize for the low quality of this picture**
Step four: Set your meat mixture aside. Drain your cooked pasta. In a mixing bowl, whisk together your tomato sauce and tomato paste. If you have tomato soup, you can just use that instead if you'd like. Pour the tomato mixture into the pasta and gently mix.
Step five: In a small mixing bowl, mix together your corn and drained black beans.
Step six: You should now have three mixtures. The next step is to layer the mixtures in a greased baking pan.
Step seven: Place all your penne in the pan first, spread evenly.
Step eight: Your meat mixture is next - again, spread evenly.
Step nine: Evenly spread your bean and corn mixture on top.
Step ten: Sprinkle with cheese. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Link to recipe as found on Pinterest: http://www.skinnymom.com/2013/04/19/skinny-tex-mex-casserole/
I realize I've been slacking in terms of posting - working on it! Just so much editing and thought goes into every post and I want things to be perfect. I hope you enjoy it!
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