The Best Homemade Guacamole

Halve the avocados and remove the pits (see note). Scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.

Add the lime juice (add the lesser amount if you want a mild lime flavor and add the additional teaspoon if you like a stronger lime flavor), salt, pepper, and garlic (if using).

Use a pastry blender or two forks to mash the avocados to desired consistency.

If adding additional add-in ingredients, add them in toward the middle or end of mashing up the avocados so the flavors and juices of the ingredients can fully incorporate into the guacamole.

Taste and add additional salt, pepper and lime juice, if needed (important)!!

Serve immediately (see note for storing).