Guacamole (Award winning)

Ingredients:

6 ripe, Fresh Hass avocados, seeded and peeled
1/2 onion, chopped
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 small tomato, diced
6 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
2 green chiles, diced
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
3 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 tsp. seasoned salt

Method:

1. In a large mixing bowl, coarsely mash avocados, leaving some chunks.
2. Add remaining ingredients and mix to blend.
3. Serving Suggestions:
4. Serve with crisp tortilla chips.
5. To store Guacamole, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the Guacamole and refrigerate.

* Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Makes 12 servings