Serve this tantalizing guacamole dip to guarantee rave reviews

(NC) Holiday entertaining is all about the appetizers and some of the most delicious recipes are often the most simple. Celebrity chef Lynn Crawford shares her secret recipe for guacamole, a must-have menu item which she says will guarantee your 'nice' spot on Santa's list. . Spicy Guacamole Dip Makes: 2 Cups Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ingredients • 2 ripe avocados • 2 tbsp lime, juiced • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped (remove stems) • 4 tbsp Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise • 1/2 tsp. salt • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper Directions1. Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop out the flesh of the avocados into a bowl and gently mash with a fork, leaving them somewhat chunky.2. Add the remaining ingredients, and fold everything together to gently mix. Tip: For some heat, add in 1 pickled jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped. Complete nutrition information is available at www.hellmanns.ca.

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