Fall has fallen. And this sausage stuffed acorn squash is bringing ALL the right vibes. I mean when the heck did that even happen?! But, here we are. Waking up in the pitch black only to work a full day until its again, pitch black. Can you smell my SAD thru the computer or what?…
Tag: easy dinners
Vic’s Tricks To…Easiest BBQ Grilled Chicken
It’s grillin’ season! Time to bring on this BBQ Grilled Chicken! OK, in my world, it’s always grilling season. But, there’s something special about the summertime. When it comes to summertime staples, it doesn’t get much better than BBQ chicken. And the best news, is it’s the simplest thing EVER!!! Vic Trick: You can totally…
Vic’s Tricks To…Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa
I am LOVING simple recipes these days. And this slow cooker beef barbacoa doesn’t get any easier! Especially as we head into summer, it’s just way better to spend time adventuring outside than sitting at home cooking. That’s why the slow cooker/instant pot is sooooo the way to go for easy meals. You can find…
Vic’s Tricks To…Spicy Sambal Pork Noodles
I loveeeeeee sambal oelek. These spicy sambal pork noodles are LIFE. For those of you who are like “whaaa?” Maybe this pic will ring a bell: If you still don’t know, then don’t worry, because it’s simply a paste made from crushed chilis, vinegar, and salt. And it’s not the only brand of chili paste,…
Vic’s Tricks To…Spaghetti Squash Baked Ziti
I’m obsessed with pasta. So this spaghetti squash baked ziti is what dreams are made of. I mean, who isn’t?! Especially pasta in red sauce, as I’m sure you could tell from the 1 million recipes of mine that all use marinara. Well, make it 1 million and 1 because I’m bringing you this BOMB…
Vic’s Tricks To…One-Pan Pork & Brussels Sprouts
One-pan meals are the bomb. Add pork and brussels sprouts and you’ve got a hit! Seriously, like can it get better than only having to clean one pan?! Well, maybe if there were no pans… Anyway, as most of you know, I’ve been living back at my mom’s house as I wait to move into…
Vic’s Tricks To…Spicy Pot Roast
I loveeeee anything spicy. So obviously spicy pot roast is LIFE. So when I wanted to make a pot roast on a chilly winter evening, I knew I needed to spice it up. Literally. And what’s my faaaaaaavorite way to spice things up?! A coupla Vicky Breezes!!! Sorry, I’ve had a few already tonight…. But…
Vic’s Tricks To…Crispy Chicken Nuggets
If you say you don’t like chicken nuggets, you’re lying. Seriously, is there a more universally-loved food than chicken nuggets?! I mean even vegans come up with faux ones – THAT’S HOW GOOD THEY ARE. And when you’re having a bad day and need a comfort food fix, chicken nuggets and mac n cheese is…
Vic’s Tricks To…Cast Iron Pizza
Pizza is totally a Top 5 food for me. I won’t even begin to wrap my brain around what those 5 exactly are, but I can guarantee pizza is in there. Combine that with a top 5 cooking tool and I’m in heaven. That’s right, I’m talkin’ Cast Iron Pizza. It’s no surprise I’m obsessed…
Vic’s Tricks To…Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
Short ribs are the freakin best. Seriously, they are the most succulent and delicious piece of meat you can have. WHEN it’s cooked properly. Before we get started, let’s go back to the anatomy of our dear friend the cow. Vic Trick: Rule of thumb is always that the parts of the animal that move…