Guacamole

Yummy! Thanks Paul and Jordan for sharing this recipe. B made it over Christmas at the Bonds and then I made it over New Years for the Ferneys. It's a great party treat..... or just because.

1/3 cup white onions, finely chopped

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon coarse salt

2 pounds ripe California avocados (about 4 large)

2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

3/4 cup pear, peeled and finely diced

3/4 cup seedless grapes, halved

3/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Special equipment: molcajete y tojolote (mexican mortar and pestle) or food processor

In a molcajete or food processor, grind onion, garlic, and salt into a rough paste. Gradually add the avocado, coarsely mashing it (you'll want it to be chunky). Stir in the lemon juice. Fold in the pear, grapes, and 1/2 cup of the pomegranate seeds. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds over the guacamole and serve.

Makes 8 servings.