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    • Bacon and Tomato Grilled Cheese

      Posted at 10:40 am by NativeNM, on September 6, 2018

      Summer is almost over and I’m not ready to let it go.  I still have places to explore, farmers markets to visit, things to grill outdoors.  I’m just getting used to the daily routine of being in a new home, getting familiar with new surroundings and finding my way around a new kitchen.  For others it probably would be a breeze, but for me it takes time.  Yes, summer is leaving and fall is just around the corner.  It won’t be long before summer grilling turns into fall baking and soups for the soul.  It may be late in the summer but I’m still enjoying the farm grown tomatoes which highlight this incredible grilled cheese.  Envision crisp bacon strips, tomato slices and grated cheese between two slices of Josh’s artisan bread, toasted on a hot cast iron comal.  That makes one great sandwich!  And for a slightly different taste, add a few slices of avocado.  Maybe next time I’ll try a fried egg on top, I can only imagine how good that would be!
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      Posted in Burgers, Sandwiches, Paninis and Wraps, Dutch Oven and Cast Iron, Recipes | 0 Comments | Tagged Artisan Bread Grilled Cheese with Bacon and Tomato, Avocado, Bacon, Bacon and Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Grilled Cheese with Bacon, Grilled Cheese with Bacon and Tomato, Tomato and Avocado, Tomato Grilled Cheese
    • Guacamole in a Molcajete

      Posted at 8:51 am by NativeNM, on May 5, 2017

      What goes with almost any Mexican dish . . . Guacamole of course!  It’s a favorite for dipping, as well as topping burritos, enchiladas and nachos.  And since I’m celebrating Cinco de Mayo, I thought I’d show you how I make guacamole in a molcajete.  Molcajetes are used to crush and grind spices as well as preparing salsas and guacamole.  In Mexico they are made from porous basalt volcanic rock, typically round in shape with a bowl in the center supported by 3 legs.  The tool used to grind is called tejelote and made from the same material. A molcajete brings out the most amazing aroma by grinding the ingredients into the volcanic stone.  There is an earthiness that heightens your senses of smell and taste. By grinding each ingredient you create a layer of flavors that will come together in the most amazing way.  Every time I make guacamole in a molcajete I think it’s the best guacamole I’ve ever tasted. . . and then I make it again!  Happy Cinco de Mayo!! Continue reading →

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      Posted in Condiments and Sauces, Recipes, Red or Green, Salsa, Guacamole and Dips, Side Dishes | 1 Comment | Tagged Avocado, Guacamole, Guacamole in a Molcajete, Mexican Molcajete, Molcajete, Tejelote
    • Fresh Guacamole

      Posted at 9:59 am by NativeNM, on October 4, 2011

      Avocados are one of those foods that taste so good but are also healthy for us.  They contain many nutrients plus monounsaturated fats which promotes lower cholesterol.  So eat all the avocados you want guilt free, I say!  If you love guacamole like I do, try it on your favorite sandwich, burger, salad and mexican foods, or hand me a bag of chips and I’m good.

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