I think the most bittersweet kind of first is a last first. Today is the first day of school for my younger child, my daughter Lily. As a 6th grader, it will be her last first day in elementary school, and I’m feeling it.
It’s the last first day of school she wears her sweet, soft pink uniform to school. It’s the last first day of school I take her photo in front of her new classroom. It’s the last first day of school I walk in and greet her new teachers. It’s the last first day of school I kiss her goodbye and hug her a little too long. It’s these last firsts that have me blinking back tears and wanting to freeze time.
Since it’s a big day, we’re going to celebrate and turn up the volume an old favorite. Lily’s favorite treat is guacamole and chips. There is nothing more addictive and delicious than homemade tortilla chips. If you are up for crunchy, salty, and totally incredible, check out my favorite recipe for tortilla chips.
Here is the easiest recipe for the best chip you will ever eat.
Enjoy!
- 1 cup oil (canola or vegetable)
- 10 corn tortillas
- kosher salt
- Line sheet pan with paper towels.
- Cut each tortilla into 6 triangles.
- Heat oil over medium high heat. Do not allow oil to smoke or exceed 350 degrees.
- Once oil shimmers, add corn tortilla triangles in batches. Do not over crowd the pan.
- Fry about 2 minutes per side. Fry until crisp and lightly brown on both sides.
- Remove chips from oil and place on sheet pan lined with paper towels.
- Season with kosher salt.