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Ernie Righetti
Ernest Righetti and Sons
San Luis Obispo, California
Age 95, Ernie Righetti has spent his entire life farming on the family farm he inherited from his father, and he is continuing the legacy by passing it along to his children. This land has been good to the Righetti family, so they...
AVOCADO PEAR MOUSSE
Categories
- Desserts
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Preparation
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Cook Time
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Total Time
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Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission from a consumer submission
This is a quick, easy, light, luscious dessert that is always a hit. Friends are always surprized to find out that the "secret" ingredient is avocado. The California avocado adds a deepth of flavor that can not be replicated. This is a great last minute or after work guests dessert. Enjoy!
Ingredients
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
orange juice
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2.000
2
very ripe California avocado - peeled, seeded and chopped
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2.000
2
very ripe pears - peeled, cored and chopped
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
lime juice
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
dark rum
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0.500
½
cup
macadamia nuts
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1.000
1
pinch cardamon
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor. Puree for about 1 minute or until smooth. Pour into individual parfaits. Chill for at least one hour.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
"Consumer Submitted" recipes are provided as a way for our site users to share recipes with one another. The California Avocado Commission reserves the right to edit recipes but does not test these recipes for quality or taste and is not responsible for the performance of any submitted recipe.
Nutrition information per serving
"Consumer Submitted" recipes are provided as a way for our site users to share recipes with one another. The California Avocado Commission reserves the right to edit recipes but does not test these recipes for quality for taste and is not responsible for the performance of any submitted recipe.







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