Avocado Tequila Linguine Recipe

Ingredients for Avocado Tequila Linguine

• Linguine
• Olive Oil
• Bermuda Onion
• Red Bell Pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Jalapeno Pepper
• 2 tablespoons tequila
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• Fresh Oregano
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

How to Make Avocado Tequila Linguine

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped, and 1/2 bell pepper (any color), chopped. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
3. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1-2 small jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat), and 2 tablespoons tequila. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until fragrant.
4. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, undrained, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tomatoes are softened and the sauce has slightly thickened.
6. Remove from heat and gently stir in 1 ripe avocado, mashed, and 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese.
7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
8. Cook 8 ounces linguine according to package directions.
9. Add the avocado tequila sauce to the hot linguine and toss to coat.
10. Serve immediately and garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.