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Some like it hot!, like the Spicy Guacamole Dip recipe. If not, just cut back on the chilis and you’ve still got the best party dip recipe west of the Pecos.

INGREDIENTS:
4 avocados
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 sweet red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 red chilies, seeded and finely chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil , divided
Juice of 1 lime
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of cayenne, for garnish

PREPARATION:
Cut the avocados in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.

Scoop out the meat into a medium-size bowl and mash with a fork. (Do not process in a food processor or blender.)

Gently stir in the garlic, red onion, jalapeno pepper, red chiles, 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, and lime juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Transfer to a serving bowl, if necessary.

Drizzle the remainder of the olive oil over the Guacamole and sprinkle with cayenne for presentation. Serve immediately. Makes 3 cups.

Note: Guacamole Dip does not keep well, but adding a tablespoon of lemon juice helps preserve the color.