Leave small bits of avocado unmashed for a chunkier texture, if desired.

Guacamole

2 ripe avocados

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup diced onion

3 tablespoons chopped tomato

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Tabasco brand hot pepper sauce to taste

1. Cut avocados in half and remove seeds. Scoop out pulp and place in a bowl. Drizzle the pulp with lemon juice and mash.
2. Combine with remaining ingredients, mix well, and serve with tortilla or corn chips or cut-up fresh vegetables.

Yield: About 2 1/2 cups.