Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is back with the perfect spring/summer recipe for us ~ Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip.  I love it because it’s only 3 ingredients!  This has been my personal “go-to” fruit dip for many many years too!!

Janelle writes:

I wanted to share this simple recipe because 1. It’s yummy 2. It’s easy 3. It’s healthier than other appetizers/desserts and 4. It’s allergy friendly!

This is a delicious recipe for all to enjoy. Especially if you, a family member, or a friend have allergies to wheat. When others are enjoying pies and cakes it will mean SO much to have something to enjoy that’s allergy friendly. Enjoy!

Marshmallow Fluff Fruit Dip

Ingredients

• 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
• 7 ounce jar marshmallow creme
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• Sliced and rinsed fruit {strawberries, grapes, oranges, melon, blueberries, etc}

Instructions

1. Beat cream cheese with mixer until fluffy.
2. Add marshmallow creme and vanilla-mix until well incorporated. 

 

Voila!!! The perfect appetizer, side dish or dessert for any picnic or gathering!!!

Walk with the King,

Janelle is a Christian, a Wife, a Stay at Home Mom of 3 young children and a proud- to- claim- it “Foodie”. She absolutely loves to cook and typically has an audience of 3 children, pulled up on chairs, taking turns pouring ingredients into bowls. Her spiritual gifts are a mix of “hospitality and evangelism” and is here in the center of God’s will hoping to help you get a little more “comfy in your kitchen”! You can find her displaying step-by-step photos of her recipes, giving devotionals,and sharing meal ministry stories on her blog.

 Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is back with a little frying 101 lesson for us! AND this fun and easy way to homemake your own Tortilla Chips and WOW your family!

Janelle writes:

This is such an easy way to make your own tortilla chips with store bought corn tortillas. There is just something special about serving warm chips with homemade salsa…your guests are going to love these

The first step in making anything fried is to make sure you have the right oil:

Frying Oil 101

I recommend using an oil that has a high “smoke point” — the temperature to which it can be heated without smoking. When an oil smokes-watch out, it is ready to burn! (not so tasty!) Here are some easy tips:

Good Oils for Frying at High Heat: Safflower, Sunflower, Peanut, Soy Oils, Vegetable , Canola , Refined Almond, Avacado, Cottonseed.

Not So Good Oils for Frying at High Heat: Butter, Margarine, Olive Oil

The second step is deciding what to fry your recipe in! I use a Wok…yes, just a Wok! It works great. You can also use a “Fry Daddy” or a regular deep frying pan. Chances are you already have something in your cupboards you can use for frying!  

Start off with store bought (or homemade!) corn tortillas. I stack about 10. Use a pizza cutter to cut a cross in the center.

Then, cut another cross in the opposite direction- there will be 8 triangles

Place tortilla triangles into hot oil. I used a wok and peanut oil- my burner was on the highest it could go. It only takes about 2 mins to cook until lightly golden. Keep a watch!

With a slotted spoon take the chips out of the wok and place on a plate covered with 2 paper towels. Let drain/cool for about 2 more mins before serving.

Serve with Homemade Salsa!  OR top with cheese, beans, beef, jalps, and sour cream and broil in the oven on high heat (5 mins ) for some yummy nachos.

 

EASY Corn Tortilla Chips!

Prep time: 2 mins

Cook time: 2 mins

Total time: 4 mins

Ingredients

• 10 Corn Tortillas
• 2 cups Peanut Oil
• Salt

 Instructions

1. Heat oil in wok on high heat
2. Stack tortillas
3. Slice tortillas with a pizza cutter into a cross
4. Then slice into another cross in the opposite direction
5. Place chips in wok and fry until golden (takes about 2 mins)
6. With a slotted spoon take chips out and let dry on a plate covered with 2 paper towels-season with salt
7. Serve warm!

Notes

These make great nachos! Just top with shredded cheese, beef, beans, jalps and broil! Add sour cream and salsa. YUM…

 

 Thank you so much Janelle for the 101 lesson!  I have never homemade my chips before –but there’s a first time for everything!

Walk with the King,

Janelle is a Christian, a Wife, a Stay at Home Mom of 3 young children and a proud- to- claim- it “Foodie”. She absolutely loves to cook and typically has an audience of 3 children, pulled up on chairs, taking turns pouring ingredients into bowls. Her spiritual gifts are a mix of “hospitality and evangelism” and is here in the center of God’s will hoping to help you get a little more “comfy in your kitchen”! You can find her displaying step-by-step photos of her recipes, giving devotionals,and sharing meal ministry stories on her blog.

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If you know Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen  – then you know that she is the queen of finding Gluten free recipes that taste great (gluten free Bisquick optional).  So here’s one of her specialties!

Janelle writes:

I am a HUGE fan of Gluten Free Bisquick…would you know that it makes GREAT Strawberry Shortcake?! “Glutenous maximus” friends- no worries, you can use regular Bisquick {haha}. A very easy, delicious, “kinda homemade” Summer dessert. Add a dollop of homemade whipped cream for the finishing touch.

I literally “bought out” my local grocery store of this product. LOVE it! {For those who do not have food allergies- regular Bisquick is just fine, make sure to follow package instructions-they differ!}

Cut and rinse strawberries

Add water and sugar. Cover and place in refrigerator. Juice from the strawberries will mix with the water and sugar and make for a delicious syrup for shortcake.

In a medium bowl combine Bisquick mix and 1/4 cup sugar, cut in butter with 2 knives.

Stir in milk, eggs and vanilla {use any milk you wish}.

Drop batter by the spoonfuls on a foil lined pan – brush with melted butter. Bake in a 425 oven for 10-12 mins.

While shortcake is baking make your whipped cream.

{Or have your children make the whipped cream, hehe}

Mmmmm….so easy, so worth it.

Shortcakes are done!

Does anyone else appreciate this “golden” color? Ohhh, I just love it.

Place one shortcake on the bottom, top with strawberries, place a shortcake on top and garnish with homemade whipping cream. Beautiful! Enjoy Ladies!!!!

{Gluten-Free never tasted so…..good!}

Walk with the King,

Janelle is a Christian, a Wife, a Stay at Home Mom of 3 young children and a proud- to- claim- it “Foodie”. She absolutely loves to cook and typically has an audience of 3 children, pulled up on chairs, taking turns pouring ingredients into bowls. Her spiritual gifts are a mix of “hospitality and evangelism” and is here in the center of God’s will hoping to help you get a little more “comfy in your kitchen”! You can find her displaying step-by-step photos of her recipes, giving devotionals,and sharing meal ministry stories on her blog.