Coleslaw Dressing

Fresh coleslaw dressing is so much better than pre-bought!  And I always have these ingredients on hand - easy peasy.

1/2 cup mayo

2 T white sugar

1 1/2 T lemon juice

1 T vinegar

1/2 t black pepper

1/4 t salt

Whisk and pour!

Seven Layered Salad

One of my all time favorite salads!  I make this when I want a special treat in the summer!

2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped

8 oz baby spinach, washed and dried

salt and pepper, to taste

8 whole hard boiled eggs, chopped

16 oz. bacon, cooked and chopped

4 whole tomatoes, chopped

1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced

8 oz. cheddar cheese, grated

1 10 oz. bag of frozen peas, partially thawed

Dressing

1/2 cup mayo

1/2 cup sour cream

1 T sugar

Layer the salad ingredients in order, ending with the peas.  Mix the dressing and spread on top of the peas.  Cover and refrigerate.

Fajita Mix

I used to use store bought fajita mixes - until I didn't have one when I needed one and found this one.  Everyone loves it and still talks about it every time I use it.  It's a little spicier than what you typically buy!

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp salt

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp white sugar

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp ground cumin

2 tips, I double it for 2 1/2 lb bag or skinless chicken breasts.  Also, I make my own spice packets when I get all these ingredients out to save myself the trouble next time!

Protein Balls

My SIL sent me this recipe and with three teenagers running around, it's become a regular.  We double it every time we make it.

Protein Balls

1 cup of old-fashioned oatmeal

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup ground flaxseed

1/3 cup of honey

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Mix and refrigerate for 30 minutes before shaping into 1" balls.