Start With: Fresh guacamole from a gourmet market.

To Make: Take a pint of cherry tomatoes, cut off the tops, and scoop out the seeds. Take a thin slice off the bottom of each to help it stand up. Fill each with guacamole and top with a cilantro leaf.

Also Try: Taco casserole. Turn Mexican takeout into a meal by layering chicken, beef, and bean soft-shell tacos in a baking pan. Top with salsa and grated queso fresco or Monterey jack and bake till bubbly. Serve with guacamole on the side.