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…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…