Holiday Dipping Fun!

Dip, Dip, Dip!

Holiday season and entertaining is in full swing with only a week and a bit to go before the big day. So here's a fun chunky salsa and guacamole that will be a hit at any holiday party! Plus they are both super fast and easy to make.

 

 

 

 



Salsa Ingredients:

6 Large Roma Tomatoes, seeds removed, and diced
1/2 Vidalia Onion, diced smaller than the tomato
1-2 Jalapeno Peppers (depending on how spicy you want this to be)
Juice of 1 Lime
1/4 Cup Freshly Chopped Cilantro
Sea Salt and Pepper

1. Combine the tomatoes, onion, and jalapenos together; then add in the lime and cilantro, continuing to mix thoroughly.
2. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

 



Holy Guacamole:

6 Ripe, but not too soft, Avocados
10 Cherry Tomatoes, finely chopped
4 Cloves Garlic, minced well
Juice of 2 Limes
1/4 Cup Freshly Chopped Cilantro
Sea Salt and Pepper
1 Jalapeno, diced (optional)

1. In a large bowl that fits all of the avocados, using a fork, mash the avocados until it is smooth, yet still chunky.
2. Add in the tomato, garlic, lime juice, and cilantro until combined well.
3. Season with salt and pepper and toss in jalapenos if desired - ready to serve!

Chili Season Ahead!

Ch-ch-chili!

Well it's that time of year again...the season is changing to one of the most colourful times of the year, but that also means, it's going to get chilly again! That's okay though, the fall and winter season is full of comforting and yummy foods. Try this hearty chili to warm you and your family up on a one of the many cool days we have in store! If you canned your own tomatoes this season, use them in this recipe - I did!



Ingredients:

2lb Ground Beef, browned (Use Bison meat if you want a super lean chili)
2 Cups Sweet Potato, cut into small chunks
1 Cup Carrots, diced small
1 Cup Red Onions, diced small
3 Cloves Garlic, minced
1 Fresh Jalapeno, seeded, and minced
1 Can Whole Tomatoes (Homemade Canned Tomatoes work)
1 Can Crushed Tomatoes
2-3 Cups Beef Stock (Depending how thick you want your chili)
3 Tbsp Chili Powder
1 Tbsp Cumin
1 Tbsp Paprika
1/2 Tsp Cayenne (optional if you want to spice it up more)
Avocado and Bacon for Garnish

Sea Salt and Pepper to Taste 

1. In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat; add the ground beef to brown.
2. Add in the garlic, onions, carrots, sweet potato and continue to cook until meat is browned through and vegetables are just tender. Drain any excess fat if needed.
3. Add in the spices and mix thoroughly; add in the tomatoes and continue to stir. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Bring the chili to a boil and cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 25 minutes for flavours to infuse.
5. Remove from heat and top with crisped bacon and avocado chunks when ready to serve!