Thursday, September 26, 2013

Avocado Salsa

3 avocados diced chunky
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 roma tomatoes diced
1/8 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
1 Tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Combine the avocados, onion, tomatoes and cilantro  in a medium bowl.  Add lime juice, pepper and salt.  Toss and lightly stir to combine flavors.

Strawberry White Chocolate Pie

Crust:
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
5 Tablespoons butter, melted
dash of salt

Filling:
12 oz cream cheese, softened (1-1/2 packages)
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1-1/2 Tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 cups cool whip
dash of salt

Topping:
1 pound sliced strawberries
3 Tablespoons white chocolate chips

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and salt.  Pour the crumbs into a pie dish.
  2. Press the crust firmly into the pan along the bottom and sides.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup white chocolate chips into a small bowl.  Microwave the chips for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each interval until melted.  Set the bowl aside and allow the chocolate to cool slightly.
  4. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.  Add powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
  5. Add cool whip, orange juice and melted white chocolate.  Add a dash of salt and mix well, until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  6. Carefully spoon filling over the crust.
  7. Lay the sliced strawberries on top of the filling.  Start along the outside edge and work your way toward the middle.
  8. Melt the rest of the white chocolate chips.  Drizzle the chocolate over the berries.
  9. Chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.

Southwest Sliders

1 lb ground beef
slices of cheese
1 (8oz) can refried beans
shredded lettuce
sliced tomatoes
guacamole
sour cream
10 small buns or King's Hawaiian rolls

  1. Divide beef into 10 small patties.  Grill until done.
  2. Melt cheese on top of patties.
  3. Cut buns in half.  Place a small amount of refried beans on the bottom of each bun.  Top with shredded lettuce.
  4. Place beef patty on top of lettuce.
  5. Add tomato and guacamole.
  6. Top with sour cream and place other bun on top.
(Adapted from a Six Sisters' Stuff recipe)