Our dear friend, Garrett Nudd, will be devastated to know that I actually purchased guacamole instead of making it at home. Now, hear me out. I had a coupon for Buy One, Get One Free. Plus, they were on sale for, like, $2.64. The avocados around the stores looked horrible and were ridiculously priced. What's a girl to do? I decided this would be a great test. What happens when avocados are out of season, but you're dying for guacamole? There are millions of people out there wanting to know what to do! I must save them! (How's that for drama, Garrett?)

Here's my thoughts: the pre-made guacamole has no additives--a very good thing. This was proven when a few tablespoons were left overnight. It turned a nasty brown color on top. I just stirred it up so the bright green came out on top. It was still nicely edible. It lacks the tartness of a fresh lemon or lime that we love so much and I think fresh tomatoes make guacamole, too. But these can be added. The question is, does the pre-mashed avocado mixture make up for a missing avocado. The answer is, yes. The onion, garlic, and spice are just fine. I even added some diced tomatoes the next day and was quite content. The next cool thing is that the package actually recommends freezing. The package is freezer-safe and seems to respond well to storage. (I have frozen fresh guac before and had no problems. Sometimes, it may turn brownish on the edges, but in large amounts, it doesn't show.)

My only honest complaint, and it's all a matter of taste, anyway, is that the guacamole is blended more smoothly than I am used to. I like guac kind of chunky. . .but fresh diced tomatoes and onions help with the chunk; so, at least it is fixable.