Super Foods - Avocados

This version of the colorful and hearty salad is made with black beans, yellow corn, tomatoes, avocado, and Italian salad dressing, and flavored with pickled jalapeno peppers. It's traditional to eat beans or black-eyed peas on New Year's Day for good luck. 

A light, refreshing loaf that tastes like summer! 

Only four ingredients plus garnish and you have a savory soup that's perfect for a fall or winter supper or brunch starter. If you wish, use the canned Mexicorn®, with bits of red and green pepper. You can also use frozen corn kernels and cook them in the microwave according to packaged directions. If you wish, chop a quarter cup of any of the fresh herbs suggested, to stir in just before serving. Avocado adds wonderful flavor and richness to the creamy soup, and there are only 200 calories per satisfying serving. 

Looking for a refreshing salsa for a warm summer evening? This is our favorite. Serve with tortilla chips. This is also fantastic served on white fish. I often use a canned jalapeno instead of fresh. 

A chunky, savory summer salsa that tastes great with pita or tortilla chips. 

My mom's Seven Layer Dip is a big hit at all small gatherings! Refried beans are layered with guacamole, seasoned sour cream, veggies and cheese. It's perfect for dipping tortilla chips! The dip traditionally takes less time to disappear into bellies than it does to prepare.