Stop the guacamole madness now

Miami

PRESIDENT Barack Obama dipped into what has become a raging national debate pitting traditionalists against innovators when making guacamole, the mashed avocado treat that has become a favourite American indulgence.

The New York Times published a recipe in its weekly "Food" section on Wednesday in which it recommends adding a healthy portion of peas to the avocados - a move the author freely acknowledged was "radical".