{just like benihana’s} ginger salad dressing

If you’ve ever been to Benihana Teppanyaki Japanese Restaurant, you’ve probably had this amazing salad dressing at some point. It’s wonderful on a simple tossed salad or as a dipping sauce for steamed veggies and grilled meats. We even like it as a sandwich spread! 1/2 cup minced yellow onion 1/2 cup peanut oil 1/3…

bombshell borscht

This is one of those recipes that has made me rethink health food. I use to think healthy food meant boring, bland and unsatisfying. This gorgeous soup is bright, flavorful, and absolutely filling. That big dollop of greek yogurt gives this dish a protein boost without fat or meat so it’s the perfect entree to…

caramel apple pie in an oatmeal cookie crust

Are you ready for awesome? This pie is ultra delicious. The crunchy, buttery oatmeal cookie crust surrounding tender, spicy apple pie filling and topped with warm, homemade butter caramel sauce. What could be better? We like ours with homemade vanilla ice cream and homemade caramel sauce, but store bought will suffice. ~ preheat oven to…

creamy carrot souffle casserole

Serve this yummy, savory carrot bake with your favorite meat entrees. We like this even more than mashed potatoes! ~ Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. ~ 1 lb. carrots, peeled and sliced into uniform pieces 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 2 and 1/2 cups chicken stock or broth 1 teaspoon salt 3 large eggs,…

candied garlic skillet chicken

In a rush to get dinner on the table? This takes about 40 minutes from start to finish and it’s wonderful. I served this chicken dish with a simple tossed salad, baked sweet potatoes and Cheesy BBQ Garlic Bread. YUM! ~ preheat oven to 400 degrees F. ~ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (fresh or…