Frito Taco Salad with Home-made Catalina French Dressing

Frito Taco Salad

If there ever was a summery, fun, please everyone kind of salad, Frito Taco Salad has got to be it. This is a salad that’s great for the family on any hot night when you want to temp appetites but don’t want anything too heavy. And it’s a great option if you’re asked to bring something to a party or potluck.

Frito Taco Salad with Home-made Catalina French Dressing

Frito Taco Salad with Home-made Catalina French Dressing

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Ina Garten's Guacamole

Ina Garten’s Guacamole

I made this beautiful guacamole recipe from Ina Garten some time ago; I never did post it. I thought it would be nice this time of year when we’re all looking for a little sumpin’ sumpin’ to make and bring to Christmas parties or game day get-togethers, so here is Ina Garten’s Guacamole.

Ina Garten's Guacamole Salmon Sandwich

Ina Garten’s Guacamole Salmon Sandwich

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Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso with Best Guacamole

Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso

We seem to be having Cinco de Mayo week rather than just a day here at the Frugal household! Really, the three previous posts are all leading up to this very special recipe, Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso. What can I say? This is a masterpiece. I wish I could have gotten this recipe to you before the holiday, but make it anytime or pin it for later!

Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso

Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso

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Best Guacamole

Best Guacamole

So do you guys use a recipe for Guacamole? It seems that nine times out of 10, I don’t. I almost always just go by taste & what I have on hand. And my guac, because of it, is always just a bit different every time. Sometimes, though, you need a recipe, even if you just want to use it as a guideline, and sometimes, you need the Best Guacamole.

Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso with Best Guacamole

Bob Armstrong Chile con Queso

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