Busy Diva's Dinner Menu: 01/01/2010

Diva Cooking 101

Divas cook gorgeous things that are fabulous enough to share with friends and family. They just don't cook much. Every diva needs a few, easy signature dishes to get by. Are you a diva cook?

Divas cook while listening to Billie Holiday, Muddy Waters, or the Rolling Stones.

Divas cook while sipping Champagne, Chardonnay, or a martini.

Divas cook with a feather boa draped around their shoulders.

While cooking, divas nibble gin-soaked olives or Champagne-saturated strawberries.

Divas cook while wearing an apron that says, "Tomorrow is another Chardonnay."

A diva's favorite breakfast is last night's appetizers.

Divas don't stress over particular amounts in any recipe. Glugs, plops, and handfuls are accurate enough.

Divas can cook with boas because diva recipes do not require many steps. Still, the food is fabulous.

Monday, January 25, 2010

Avocado Spread

This adds a kick to burgers or turkey sandwiches. For a snack I dip wheat crackers in it. Don't blend or whip this too smooth. Guacamole should be a bit lumpy. Divas know how to take their lumps. (photo by Gaeten Lee)

Avocado Spread

1 avocado, cut in half, scooped out, save pit aside

2 squeezes lemon juice

1 small scoop horseradish sauce

a bit of red onion, chopped

Mash everything together and spread on your favorite sandwich.

Make it a meal: Serve atop sliced turkey between two slices of wheat bread, lettuce, tomato included and healthy Sun Chips.

Wine: Sauvignon Blanc