Ana-Luz’s Party Favorites

It has been a running start to this year. I have started to really dive into the planning of Farm-to-Fork programs and cooking classes we could host in the next year. It’s exciting stuff, but it’s nice to mix in some actual cooking here and there too. I hosted a tasting event as I tried out some new ideas for the 2012 menu’s. It was a fun and tasty way to experiment with some new ideas. And we do have some winners that you may see when you come up to experience Fircom this season. Roasted shallot and sesame lentil potstickers were a favorite. Can’t wait to be inspired with other new ideas!

I have hosted many parties and get-together’s at my house over the year’s and what always draws a crowd is the home-made salsa and guacamole. They never last that long and I usually end up making another batch part way through the event. And after many times having people eager to watch me make it the second time so they can re-create it, it is now here for all to see! Enjoy and I recommend having back-up supplies.

mmmm fresh salsa

Guacamole:

6-7 avocados

1/4 red onion chopped fine

2 tomatoes diced

1 lemon juiced

1 lime juiced

1/2 bunch of cilantro chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Salsa:

5-6 medium tomatoes diced

1/2 red onion chopped fine or desired size

1/2 bunch of cilantro chopped

1-2 lemons juiced

Salt to taste

add some chopped jalapeno or spicy pepper for extra kick!