Three Cheers for Avocado League MVP and BIG HIT Winner

FALLSTON, Md., Nov. 1, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- At the bottom of the ninth, Cherise Kachelmuss hit a grand slam with her Avocado Mango Salsa to capture the title of Avocado League MVP and BIG HIT winner.  The Avocado League -- a recipe contest hosted by the Mexican Hass Avocado Importers Association (MHAIA) that celebrates women and their love for avocados and baseball -- recognizes the game day recipe featuring avocados that best embodies the spirit, passion and flavor of their hometown.  Cherise's recipe received the most online votes, capturing the essence of Chicago -- by mimicking the melting pot community in her take of Avocado Mango Salsa -- to be named the BIG HIT.

"I've been preparing meals for my family with avocados for a long time, but I still can't believe my family-favorite Avocado Mango Salsa recipe got me named the BIG HIT MVP!" said Cherise.  "The recipes from the other Avocado League members were truly spectacular so I am thrilled to be voted the winner!"

MHAIA and Avocado League Commissioner, Jennie Finch, a world champion professional softball player, congratulate the Avocado League All-Star winners:

During the course of the Avocado League season -- September 28 until October 28 -- more than 15,000 votes were submitted to choose this year's BIG HIT winner. The Grand Slam prize package, $5,000 and a year's supply of avocados, were awarded to BIG HIT winner Cherise. Second and third place winners, Kim and Piera, also received a year's supply of avocados and a $2,500 and $1,500, respectively, cash prize.

From all the great recipe submissions from the Avocado League participants and our All-Star fans, it's clear that avocados are such a versatile fruit and aren't just for guacamole anymore.  The delicious taste and nutrition provided by avocados hits a homerun anytime.

For more information on the Avocado League MVP, delicious recipe ideas and news from Jennie Finch, visit TheAmazingAvocado.com.

About MHAIA

The Mexican Hass Avocado Importers Association (MHAIA) is dedicated to supplying consistent high quality avocados throughout the year. Avocados from Mexico are available year round and can be found in your local grocery store in the produce aisle. Mexico's rich volcanic soil, abundant sunshine and timely rainfall provide the perfect climate for producing fine avocados. Avocado enthusiasts can now become a fan of Avocados from Mexico on Facebook (www.facebook.com/theamazingavocado) and can follow on Twitter (www.twitter.com/amazingavocado). For more information, visit www.theamazingavocado.com.

SOURCE Mexican Hass Avocado Importers Association