Mango is one of the most delicious fruits in the world in my opinion, but most people dont even know of its versatility! It can be used to create so many different dishes so read on for a yummy homemade recipes that you'll want to make over and over again!
Mango Bruschetta
This bruschetta is made with mango, basil, and Romano cheese, which yields an interesting combination of sweet, sour, and peppery flavors.
Prep Time: 15 Minutes. Cook Time: 10 Minutes.
Ready in: 25 Minutes. Makes 6 servings.
Ingredients:
1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 mango – peeled, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
1 cup grated Romano cheese
Directions:
1 Preheat the broiler.
2 Arrange French bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Broil in the preheated oven 1 to 2
minutes per side, until lightly toasted. Remove from heat.
3 In a medium bowl, mix mango and fresh basil.
4 Top each bread slice with equal amounts of the mango and basil mixture. Sprinkle with Romano cheese, adjusting the amount to taste.
5 Return topped bread to broiler. Broil 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned. Serve hot
Classic Guacamole
Ingredients:
2 large ripe hass avocados
2 small ripe tomatoes, preferably romas, chopped
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons finely minced onions
1 lemon, juice of
1-2 jalapeno, to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1. Mash the avocado, leaving a few rough chunks.
1. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
2. Serve within 30 minutes with chips, or as a garnish to other dishes.
It is best to make just before serving, but if you have to hold longer, place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole to keep from unsightly darkening.
