Tuesday, March 10, 2009

I've Gone Avocado Crazy!

Avocado is quite possibly nature's most sublime food. Recently I purchased a bag of them, since Trader Joe's only sells them 4 or 5 to a bag (how inconvenient, really). So I've found myself with excess avocados, but there really is no such thing. My only issue is that it takes them a few days to ripen, and now of course they are all ripe at once and must be eaten soon. I think I am up to the task, however. Last night we threw one in a salad-it lends a nice, mellow, creamy texture to contrast with crisp lettuce and veggies. Today I made a sandwich with low-fat cream cheese, veggie morningstar bacon and avocado (lettuce and tomatoes were not around but they'd be good in there too). What a satisfying concoction! I mashed up the leftover parts with some 3-pepper salsa and ate with tortilla chips. Can't let any go to waste! Tonight I plan on making a pizza with cheddar and swiss, veggie bacon and of course the last two avocados! Sorry for this little ode- my love is too great to keep silent. Thank you avocado for your spicy guacamole, beautiful color and creamy goodness. And they say you are a "healthy fat"- while I've never quite understood those, I can feel less guilty about gobbling you up several times a week! I am now seeking avocado ice cream- my heart melts at the thought!