Pasilla Chile Guacamole

Pasilla Chile Guacamole

Pasilla Chile Guacamole Just a sprinkle of Pasilla Chili Powder makes a world of difference in this guacamole. It’s earthy, warm and spicy, so add a dash at a time. Makes about 1 1/2 cups. Ingredients 3 medium avocados 2 tablespoons finely-chopped red onion 2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lime juice 1 tablespoon garlic paste 1 Hungry for more?

How to Make Garlic Paste

How to Make Garlic Paste

To make garlic paste, peel and finely mince 1 or 2 cloves of garlic. Sprinkle the garlic with a big pinch of salt. Turn the blade of your knife on its side and move the edge of the knife back and forth across the garlic until it’s soft and smooth. The pressure from your knife, Hungry for more?

The Grate Thing About Microplanes

Microplane Grater

One size does not fit all where graters are concerned. While the box grater, the stainless steel standup version with four grating sides, is standard in most kitchens, the microplane is a smaller, simpler, more versatile version. A microplane is a long, thin metal tool with a serrated edge used for any number of grating Hungry for more?

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