Fruit Dip

This makes a big batch, so half the recipe if desired! This is a neighborhood staple - from my friend Shelby Stephens.

2, 8 ounces blocks of cream cheese 

1, 16 ounce cool whip (I like to used homemade whipped cream so whip up a pint)

Powdered sugar to taste (start with 1/2 cup)

Fresh lemon juice

Strawberry jello (or another flavor, added for a little color and taste. Orange would also be yummy!)

Set cream cheese out to soften at room temp. Whip cream cheese in your mixer until smooth and fluffy. Remove cream cheese from mixer if you need to whip your cream. Combine cream cheese and whipped cream and gradually add in powdered sugar until desired sweetness. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a few teaspoons of jello powder. 

Best served with apples, pineapple, strawberries and grapes.