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…
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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…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…Quick Aioli
One of my favorite things is pretending I’m fancier than I am. OK I guess that doesn’t take much… But, one way I’ve been fancifying recently has been by making aioli! FUN FACT: Aioli is the plural form for aioli. So this is about to get confusing af. Now technically, a true aioli is olive…
Vic’s Tricks To…Lemony Spinach & Artichokes
I love me a quick and healthy side dish. I don’t know about you guys, but I’m super happy just having a steak or marinated pork tenderloin for dinner. But, sometimes it’s hard to come up with simple easy side dishes. I guess we’re supposed to have our greens and stuff…idk Well, look no further,…
Vic’s Tricks To…Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
This is my all-time favorite holiday side dish: Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots. Ever since I was a kid, carrots have been one of my favorite vegetables. And it may be because these have been in my life since my first Thanksgiving. I still remember the smell from the brown sugar as my Grandma Jane would…
Vic’s Tricks To…Pancetta Brussels Sprouts
When I think of Pancetta Brussels Sprouts I think of two things. “Thanksgiving” and “wtf it’s so weird that it’s BrusselS.” But, I’ve already gone on rants on here about both of those things, so I figured I’d save us all some time and cut straight to the chase. This is one of my ALL-TIME…
Vic’s Tricks To…Cauliflower Mac n Cheese
Welcome to the ULTIMATE in carb-free livin’ baby! This Cauliflower Mac n Cheese will keep you coming back for more! Mac n cheese is probably one of the greatest foods in the world. So, when I started keto, I knew I needed to figure out a way to still have the cheesy goodness. ENTER: Cauliflower…
Vic’s Tricks To…Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower Mac n’ Cheese
If there’s one thing I love, it’s a fast and easy dinner. 2nd thing? Mac n’ cheese. 20-something-th thing? Eating healthy. And this meal… HITS ALL THREE, BABY! I came up with this recipe today when I walked into my pantry and saw a tumbleweed pass by. (Humble brag about my big pantry ;)). Went…