Mexican guacamole -- As you like it

Mexican guacamole

We all love guacamole with tortilla chips. But also consider using it as a sandwich spread or as a topping for chicken or fish. This simple recipe is divine as is, but you also can personalize it by using your choice of Add-Ins, which you'll find at the end of the recipe. For easy preparation, here's the best way to open an avocado: Cut it lengthwise around the pit and gently twist the halves to separate them. Remove the pit by striking it with the blade of a sharp knife, then twist to remove. Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh.

Mexican guacamole

1 fully ripened Mexican avocado, halved, pitted, and peeled
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon minced jalapeño pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Makes about ¾ cup

In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork to make a slightly chunky mixture. Stir in the onion, jalapeño, and salt.

Server with Chips and enjoy

Four Houston food trucks ranked best in the nation

Four Houston food trucks ranked best in the nation

 

 

Houston food trucks have earned four coveted spots in The Daily Meal’s 2013 rankings of the best food trucks in the United States, topping other Texas cities in the number of mentions.

The food website ranks Bernie’s Burger Bus as the top food truck in Houston and No. 18 nationwide, followed by Eatsie Boys (which opened a brick-and-mortar cafe earlier this year) at No. 35, Oh My Gogi! BBQ at No. 36 and Coreanos at No. 91.

The food website only ranks actual trucks, so food-service vehicles that must be pushed, pulled, or otherwise moved without its own power were not considered.

Other Texas food trucks making the list include Austin’s East Side King at No. 6 and Hey you Gon Eat or What at No. 89, San Antonio’s Rickshaw Stop at No. 7, Dallas’ Easy Slider at No. 79 and the Food Shark in Marfa at No. 44.

The Daily Meal canvassed more than 40 cities and consulted popular review sites and critical appraisal, said Tim McGeever, the site’s public relations manager.

When Should You Wash It...

 



When Should You Wash It...

Have you ever wondered how long you can go without washing your sheets, pj's, or jeans?  Simply smelling or looking at them doesn't always do the trick.  On the other hand, washing something too often can shorten its lifetime.  Here are some helpful tips on when it's time to toss your pillow and other things into the laundry basket.

Bed sheets should be washed at least every other week.  If you sweat at night, wash your bed sheets weekly.  On the other hand, pillows and comforters can be cleaned 2 or 3 times a year.  An easy reminder: Wash them when the seasons change.  After someone's been sick, throw all their bed linens in the washer.

After a few good nights' sleep, toss your pajamas in the wash.  If you're a before-you-go-to-bed showerer, you can wait a few extra nights between washings.

Not everything you wear gets dirty after you've worn it once.  Jackets, dresses, or jeans can be worn several times before they need a cleaning.  When your denim jeans start to lose their stretch, it's time for them to hit the washing machine.

When it comes to bath towels, they need a spin in the washer after 3 or 4 uses.  To keep towels from getting musty-smelling in between washes, make sure to hang them up and give hem room to air dry thoroughly.  Towels that are used after a workout will need to be washed more often.
Every now and then I like to toss my shower curtain liner in the wash.  I find this helps prevent it from getting mildew stains.  If your bathroom sees heavy foot traffic, the bath mat may need to be washed weekly.  Smart shopping tip: Increase the time between washes by purchasing a reversible bath mat.