1. I use it to make a simple guacamole
Ingredients:
- 2 Haas avocados and 1/2 C salsa verde (I never really measure, but this is a close approximation to make one bowl of deliciousness).
Directions:
- Mix together with a fork in a bowl and done!
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| My DD is holding my favorite avocado in this pic. It's labeled a "slimcado" at the grocery store because it has about half the fat of a regular avocado. I love the texture because it's not too greasy, but I usually use this one as a garnish. Haven't tried it as guacamole yet. |
Ingredients:
Just throw everything in and give it a stir. Set the crock pot for high for 4 hours or low for 8 (my ninja really usually only needs 2hrs on high). When it's done, shred with two forks and stir back in the crock pot. My picky little ones eat this right up on corn tortillas with sliced avocado and plain greek yogurt. I add some fresh diced onion for myself. This amount usually serves my family of 4 with some left over.
3. The green stuff is also perfect for using up chicken leftovers. I will often add salsa verde to some stock with veggies and chicken and voila, delicious soup. Let your creative juices flow!
I am missing the summer produce that used to come in my CSA, including tomatillos. I got really crafty one time and made my own tomatillo salsa. It was UN-BE-LEIVably delicious. Slight side note: I had never used tomatillos before though and was unaware of the strange sticky slime they are covered with after you de-husk them. It kinda reminded me of label residue after you put a new coffee mug in the dishwasher only to realize that the label was not peeled off and now it's melting and disintegrating on the cup. But....after you get over the ick factor and rinse them off it's not so bad. Don't they look pretty?
Here's a link to the recipe I followed! Chicken Enchiladas with Roasted Tomatillo Chile Salsa These enchiladas were fantastic. I made a few adaptations to fit our eating style and will definitely make them again. Next time I'll double the tomatillo salsa!
- 1 cup tomatillo salsa (salsa verde) - I use any brand that doesn't have preservatives
- 1 large chicken breast
- 2 tomatoes diced with 6 oz stock (vegetable or chicken) (you can also use 1 can of diced tomatoes)
- 1 tsp each of chili powder and cumin.
- 1 pinch salt
- if you are feeling spicy, add some onions and garlic as well, or some jalapenos!
Directions:
Just throw everything in and give it a stir. Set the crock pot for high for 4 hours or low for 8 (my ninja really usually only needs 2hrs on high). When it's done, shred with two forks and stir back in the crock pot. My picky little ones eat this right up on corn tortillas with sliced avocado and plain greek yogurt. I add some fresh diced onion for myself. This amount usually serves my family of 4 with some left over.
3. The green stuff is also perfect for using up chicken leftovers. I will often add salsa verde to some stock with veggies and chicken and voila, delicious soup. Let your creative juices flow!
I am missing the summer produce that used to come in my CSA, including tomatillos. I got really crafty one time and made my own tomatillo salsa. It was UN-BE-LEIVably delicious. Slight side note: I had never used tomatillos before though and was unaware of the strange sticky slime they are covered with after you de-husk them. It kinda reminded me of label residue after you put a new coffee mug in the dishwasher only to realize that the label was not peeled off and now it's melting and disintegrating on the cup. But....after you get over the ick factor and rinse them off it's not so bad. Don't they look pretty?
