{Cucumber Salad shown with shrimp scampi and creamy parmesan rice; a gluten-free meal} Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is here with a refreshing Cucumber Salad Recipe! Janelle writes: I make this simple Cucumber Salad as a side all the time. It’s easy, refreshing, delicious and my entire family loves it! This makes a great dish for picnics…multiply the recipe as needed! Peel an English Cucumber like so; Why? Because it’s pretty. Slice in thin slices. Slice a sweet Vidalia onion into thin slices. Mix water, white vinegar and sugar together. Pour over cucumbers and onions and let marinate for at least […]
Read MoreNew York Strip Steak on the Grill
Have you fired up your grill yet? My husband got me a new grill for Mother’s Day so I’m excited to try all the grill recipes I’ve been pinning on Pinterest! Lol! 😉 Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has the perfect summer meal: New York Strip Steak with onions, Corn on the Cob, Smashed Potatoes, and Watermelon. Mmmmm this makes my mouth water! Janelle writes: I purchased the New York Strip Steaks from a local butcher. Can’t you see the difference? These steaks have slight marbling, but mainly the fat is on the outside-which cooks and adds flavor and and […]
Read MoreFancy but Easy Wedge Salad
I’m so thankful for Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen’s posts each Wednesday. I love how fancy this salad is! Janelle writes: This beautiful salad is a”little” fancy..but a “lot” easy (less cutting means more time to make the main entree!). Impress your guests with a drizzle of homemade blue cheese dressing and we are taking this salad to the next level of deliciousness! YUMMMmm. With Iceberg lettuce, I always take off the first layer of lettuce and throw it away. Then, I cup the lettuce in one hand and “bang” the core on the side of the sink- […]
Read MoreHow to Make a Beautiful Fruit Salsa
I am so excited to share this beautiful Fruit Salsa with you! Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is here to show us how to make this in a snap! Janelle writes: Mmmm….doesn’t this look so refreshing, so juicy, so irresistible?! Something special happens when ordinary fruit is washed, diced, and combined with other delicious fruits {fruit salsa, if you will}. I can’t explain how addicting it is…but I can give testimony that this very triffle is sitting on my lap right now, haha. I keep taking 1 min breaks to scoop in a mouthful as I post this simple, […]
Read MoreRainbow Rice Krispie Treats
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has the perfect treat for your little ones! Janelle writes: We sure are a rainbow lovin family. So, of course, when I saw Rainbow Rice Krispies Treats on Pinterest- I just HAD to make them for the kidos! Ladies, SAVE this recipe for St.Patty’s Day for a fun {gluten-free} and festive treat! Melt butter and marshmallows -add food coloring. Take off heat and add Rice Krispie cereal {I use GF}. Spread this color in a glass 9×13 buttered pan. Repeat this process with all the colors of the rainbow! Keep on layering! I actually just wet my {clean} […]
Read MorePistachio Marshmallow Salad
Here’s a fun spring/summer recipe from Janelle at ComfyInTheKitchen.com. Janelle writes: Can anyone tell me why this is called “Watergate Salad”? Hehe…I decided to change it to “Pistachio Delight” because, well….Watergate was a scandal, and this is more…delightful! This is an especially sweet Spring treat for the kidos…they love all the colors. Serve as a side or dessert, it will be sure to please the little ones {and bigger ones} at your table. Pour 1 pint whipping cream and 1/4 cup sugar in a large mixing bowl. Beat on high until soft peaks form like so…you can over beat, so be […]
Read MoreEaster Dinner Menu
Is Easter at your house this year? Then Janelle from ComfyInTheKitchen.com and I have the perfect Easter Dinner Menu for you! Simply click on the links to get our recipes below. First, this is what I take every year to my mom’s house for Easter Deviled Eggs (that I prefer to rename – Angelic Eggs!) Classic Green Beans Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Sweet Potato Casserole Homemade Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese – while your oven is filled with the main dish and sides – make this side in your crock pot! It’s a family favorite here in our […]
Read MoreHow to Make Spring Chicks Cake Pops
My daughter Alexis went to a birthday party and came home with the most adorable Chick Cake Pop (and a boatload of other goodies!). Guess who made it? Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen! Janelle writes: My dear friend Mem loves cake pops. Whenever we go out for coffee, she’s sure to add one of these little balls of goodness to the order. Being raised in Thailand, she didn’t grow up around a lot of baked goods. Which I honestly never thought of until she mentioned it to me! So, the other day while we were talking, she asked if I […]
Read MoreOven Fried Chicken Recipe
If you are new to Women Living Well – then please welcome our Wednesday cook.Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is a permanent resident here at WLW and every Wednesday she provides real recipes that real women can cook! I love that her recipes are doable, delicious and PERFECT for delivering to families who need ministered to with a meal! Janelle writes: This “baked” fried chicken is a delicious alternative to traditional fried chicken. I bet you already have most, if not all of the ingredients on hand! The pictures do not do it justice-it is very moist on the […]
Read MoreHow To Make Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
THIS is what I will be serving my family on Christmas morning! Thank you to Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen for this Homemade Cinnamon Rolls Recipe!!! Janelle writes: Ohhhh Dear…would you look at this. THIS is pure torture for a gluten-free gal. I just can’t think of anything I would rather sink my teeth in, Ladies! Ha! It’s the yeasty, gooey, warm, cream cheesy, cinnamony combination that can send a GF girl like me over the edge…lol. One of my family traditions is hostessing Christmas morning breakfast for Geoff’s and my family. These cinnamon rolls have been on the […]
Read MoreEasy Cracker Toffee
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is here with a delicious, quick and easy homemade Cracker Toffee recipe for us all. Janelle writes: Ladies, have you ever had these? They won’t win the award for “most beautiful presentation”, but WOWSA are these EVER GOOD!!! I made them the other day for a ladies bible study and my son asked “Ma, what on earth are you making!” I told him “Cracker Toffee- want to try some?!” He held a small piece with his hand and with a scrunched up nose and eyes tightly shut he hesitantly opened his mouth and […]
Read MoreSnowman Cheese Ball Recipe
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is here with a really fun recipe that can be made in under 15 minutes to take to a party! Janelle writes: I’m making some appetizers for a family Christmas party tonight and wanted to bring something a little more “cheerful”….I typed in “Snowman Cheese Ball” and Voila! A winter wonderland appeared right before my eyes! Serve with crackers and/or veggies! Frosty- you ARE adorable. Snowman Cheese Ball Recipe Prep time: 15 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 15 Ingredients 2 8 oz cream cheese ½ cup chopped green onions ½ cup sliced almonds 4 cups freshly […]
Read MoreHomemade Breakfast Hot-Pockets
This summer Janelle, from Comfy in the Kitchen, and I stayed at a hotel where they served these breakfast hot-pockets and wouldn’t you know it – this comfy cook went looking for a recipe to make these at home. These.are.awesome! Janelle writes: Mmmm…these breakfast pockets are absolutely delicious. My children LOVE them. Best yet, you can eat them piping hot out of the oven, then freeze the rest overs to bake in the oven for a later time. Enjoy! Place 8 frozen Rhodes large dinner rolls in a prepared 9×13 pan. Spray the tops with Pam and cover with plastic […]
Read MoreHow to Make Chicken Fried Rice
Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is here with a meal I love and a recipe I can’t wait to try! Janelle writes: This is one of my favorite gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free meals and better yet.. my entire family enjoys it too. It was inspired by my sweet friend Mem who is from Thailand. When I found out about my food allergies, Mem brought me over some fried rice and grilled Tilapia that melted in my mouth. When I left the table and came back, I noticed that my son was digging into my fried rice! What?! There were veggies […]
Read MoreEasy Peanut Butter Fudge in the Microwave
Sweet Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has the perfect easy Peanut Butter Fudge recipe for us! Hooray! Janelle writes: I found it! The PERFECT fudge!!!! It’s EASY, has only 4 ingredients, doesn’t require constant stirring…or a candy thermometer….or even a stove! WHA??? That’s right ladies!!! It’s rich, creamy and delicious too. My official “go to” fudge is made in the microwave? Why yes….it is. {I know some of you prefer not to use microwaves, that’s ok!} Microwave butter and peanut butter in a medium bowl for 2 mins. Stir- it’s melted at this point, but put it back into the microwave […]
Read MoreEasy Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
I LOVE Broccoli Cheese Soup and have been making it since our first year of marriage! I posted my family recipe long long ago >here< before Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen began sharing her amazing recipes with us! So here is her version and hers has noodles (mine does not) – so I’m excited to give hers a try! Saute butter and onions until soft Add broth and bring to a boil I used a steam pack of broccoli and simply microwaved it for 6 mins Add noodles into the butter/onion/broth mixture and boil for […]
Read MorePumpkin Pie Dip with Roasted Marshmallow Topping
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is here with a scrumptious fall treat!! Janelle writes: I cut up apples for dipping. You can also use graham cracker dippers or buy pre-made pie crust {or make your own} to cut into dippers. Beat cream cheese until fluffy- This is an important step to getting a smooth texture. Grab a child and put him to work. Did I just write that? Bahaa! Eh hem…Add pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and marshmallows. {This son of mine is going to make one fine husband one day btw} Sprinkle with chopped […]
Read MoreSoft Melt in Your Mouth Sugar Cookies {Birthday Cookies}
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen showed up to the hotel before the Women Living Well Conference with a plate full of birthday cookies! She has a story for why she calls them birthday cookies below that you just have to read. But first I’ll explain that she brought them because it was the birth of my first conference and I thought I’d feature them this week because it’s the birth of my book!!! {cue confetti again :)} Janelle writes: “This recipe is very near and dear to my heart. Ten years ago I was being induced to have my […]
Read MoreGolden Sweet Cornbread Recipe
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has a sweet Cornbread Recipe for us today. She writes: There is nothing quite like freshly baked cornbread warm out of the oven…cut out a slice and slather it with homemade honey butter and you just may wonder why something so good could be so easy! This recipe is a staple in my home along side of a big Crockpot full of Chili! 1 1/4 c flour, 3/4 cup cornmeal, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/3 cup sugar, 3/4 tsp salt, 1 1/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup butter, 1 egg Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, […]
Read MoreCinnamon Scones Recipe
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has the perfect Sweet Cinnamon Scones Recipe for us today! Janelle writes: There is nothing that says “welcome” like freshly baked goods- warm out of the oven. These cinnamon chip scones are no exception. They are buttery, dense, simple , and ready in 20 mins to dip in a cup of piping hot coffee . I have kept it a staple for gatherings, bible studies, and meal ministries. You’re going to love it, I just know it…. Sift together dry ingredients, then cut in shortening and butter. I simply take two knives and literally […]
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