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Many people have questions about Avocados.

How can you tell if an avocado is ripe? How can you ripen it quickly? What is a quick and easy recipe for guacamole? Find answers at the OASIS.

Until this century, the avocado had a well-entrenched reputation for inducing sexual prowess and wasn't purchased or consumed by any person wishing to protect their image from slanderous assault. Growers had to sponsor a public relations campaign to dispel the ill-founded reputation before avocados became popular.

Avocado Varieties

Absolutely Avocado
by Geraldine Duncann

Take your taste buds beyond the ordinary with more than 50 recipes featuring the buttery smoothness of this favorite fruit. Soothe your palate with the delicate flavors of Avocado Crab Puffs. Warm up a cold winter's night with Avocado and Almond Soup or impress your friends with your zesty Guacamole with Attitude. 24 color photos.

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