15 Ways to Take a Dip This Cinco de Mayo


Updated 05/02/12 10:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Easy Salsa and Guacamole Dip Recipes

We can't believe it either, but Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner! Planning to celebrate with friends? Besides all the tequila goodness, some delicious homemade dips can take an ordinary get-together to the next level. Instead of grabbing prepackaged salsas at the store, the easy extra effort it takes to make fresh dip will make a world of difference to your taste buds. Whether you want a Read more

Get the Dish: Chipotle's Spicy Guacamole


Updated 05/06/12 5:29 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Chipotle Guacamole Recipe

If you've ever been known to get behind a taco, burrito, or chips from Chipotle Mexican Grill, then you've probably enjoyed some of the chain's signature spicy guacamole. We went into the kitchen with Chipotle to learn exactly how they make their legendary avocado dip. The secret? A longtime recipe that comes courtesy of founder (and classically Read more

3 Amazing Super Bowl Dips!


Updated 02/15/12 3:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Super Bowl Dip Recipes

Still not sure what you are going to serve on Sunday? How about dip? It's an easy crowd-pleaser that's finger-licking good — and we've got three awesome variations for you to choose from. There's chili con carne for the meat lovers, guacamole for the traditionalists, and pizza dip for those who want to serve something fabulously unexpected. Watch the video now to learn how to make all three! Read more

Burning Question: Why Do Avocados Turn Brown?


Updated 07/24/11 7:36 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Why Avocados Brown

I recently took home a large batch of prepared guacamole from a party, hoping to make good use of it at home during my next taco night. But I opened the package for a quick bite, and within hours, the entire container of gaucamole had turned a dirty brown. What gives? Guacamole is made from avocados, which are difficult to preserve fresh (or process effectively) due to their tendency to change Read more

Jazz Up Guacamole With Roasted Garlic


Updated 05/18/11 2:40 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Guacamole Recipe

The dish that I've probably made the most in my life is guacamole. When I started cooking, it's the first thing I mastered; I still remember learning how to make it from my dad. It's a dip that I never get tired of because there are tons of different variations and it's just so good! My latest favorite involves a whole head of roasted garlic. It's amazing how creamy and rich this guac is. The Read more

Family Fiesta! Chicken Fajitas Three Ways


Updated 08/08/11 2:13 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Easy Mexican Recipes For Kids

It's time for a family fiesta! During Winter who doesn't like their food — hot, hot, hot? We asked kiddie chef extraordinaire Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and mother of two, to share some of her mouthwatering, low-maintenance, Mexican recipes with us. Check out Catherine's delicious options — chicken fajitas three ways, healthy refried beans, and big kid guacamole — that are a Read more

Bacon Guacamole Is Bomb Dot Com


Updated 02/03/11 4:47 PM · Posted by partysugar · 8 comments

Bacon Guacamole Recipe

Recently I came across a really interesting Rick Bayless recipe for bacon guacamole. At first I thought, that can't be right. Rick Bayless doesn't really seem like an everything-tastes-better-with-bacon sort of guy. However, there it was in my inbox: bacon guacamole by Rick Bayless. I was skeptical as to whether or not it would work, but considering that I love both bacon and guacamole, I decided Read more

How to Mellow the Flavor of Raw Onions


Updated 09/08/10 4:42 PM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

How to Mellow the Flavor of Raw Onions

When I make guacamole, I prefer to use green onions instead of red or white onions because the green have a milder flavor. However, I recently tested a recipe where the raw white onions were soaked in water for a few minutes before being added to the avocado. The resulting minced onions were noticeably less strong with a somewhat sweeter, more mellow flavor. When the guacamole was finished, Read more