Instructions: Mistletoe is native to the American southwest and most of the Christmas-time supply of mistletoe for the US is grown in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arizona.

Get your white-berried mistletoe on display for the holidays as a celebration of the American Southwest and prepare this year-round ready-for-dipping favorite recipe of Americans everywhere. Then go stand under the mistletoe and wait for the compliments to come your way. "Tis the Season.

Place tomatoes in a pot of boiling water for approximately 30 seconds and remove with a slotted spoon. let tomatoes cool in chilled water and remove skin. Place all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and blend until coarsely chopped. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with tortilla chips as an appetizer or with grilled chicken.

Remember: Wear gloves if you"re working with fresh chilies to protect you skin from burning oils. make sure you clean and clear food surfaces and utensils utilizes on any hot peppers!

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