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: healthy dinner ideas
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…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…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…
Vic’s Tricks To…Chicken Fajita Skillet
I don’t know about you guys, but I’m done doing dishes. OK, so I’m exaggerating a little because I have a dishwasher. His name is Jared. LOL JK love ya babe! …Please keep doing the dishes. But, seriously, dishes are the worst, so I’ve been focusing on One Pan Meals as best I can. And…
Vic’s Tricks To…Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
Guys…I think there’s a new Vic Trick in town…it’s this Creamy Mashed Cauliflower Well, I guess if you’ve been following me for a while, it’s not really “new” It’s mothaeffin’ cauliflower baby!!! Seriously, since I started my keto journey (down 20 lbs WHADDUP), cauliflower has absolutely saved my life. See: Vic’s Tricks To…General Tso’s Cauliflower…
Vic’s Tricks To…Blackened Salmon
I adore seafood. And I eat this Blackened Salmon like once a week. And living in Boston, it’s pretty nice having access to some of the freshest seafood in the country. Story time: I travel for work and have had an opportunity to explore some pretty cool places. One day, sitting at a bar in…
Vic’s Tricks To…Blue Cheese Steak Sauce
We eat a steak like once a week. And it’s always a treat with this Creamy Blue Cheese Steak Sauce! Especially since I started eating low-carb, steak night has become a highlight in our house. You can find all my low carb recipes at Vic’s Tricks To…KETO! And while steak may be one of the…
Vic’s Tricks To…Sherry Steak w/ Charred Broccoli & Scallion Sauce
I love cooking with wine. Sherry. Steak. Broccoli. Scallion. YES PLEASE. OK, well I love booze of all kinds, but cooking with wine just adds this next level of flavor dimension that I am so totally here for. Now, if you know me, you know I completely make shit up as I go along. But,…