, Epps says the only reason why he competed on season 22 was to “give validation and format and credibility to my cuisine.”.
Stir in the onion, jalapeños, lime juice, 1/2 cup of cilantro and all but 2 tablespoons of the pistachios; season with salt.Scrape the guacamole into a serving bowl and drizzle some of the reserved oil on top.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and the remaining 2 tablespoons of pistachios and serve with tortilla chips.. © Christina Holmes.(Keep screen awake).4 ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed.4 guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed.

3 tablespoons sesame seeds.One 2-inch piece canela (true Ceylon cinnamon; available in Mexican groceries).

5 whole cloves, or 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves.
5 whole black peppercorns.Drizzle each plate with 1/4 teaspoon honey, and top loosely with greens.
Serve immediately.. Make Ahead.Mushrooms and crème fraîche may be cooked up to 2 days ahead.
Let cool, cover, and refrigerate; reheat before serving..Woodsy, savory Italian red: Isole e Olena Chianti Classico.
(Editor: Ultimate Mixers)