Leslie Cooks In a Van
Cooking Adventures on the Road — Delicious Food, Tiny Space, Big Flavors
Category: Lunch or Dinner Main
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Garlicky, Creamy Mushroom Pasta 🍝🍄✨ Honestly, I’m feeling a little sleepy right now—because this meal was ridiculously decadent and insanely delicious. But don’t let that fool you! It’s surprisingly quick and super easy to whip up. Mushrooms are one of my absolute favorites—almost as much as salsa verde, if you can believe it. This dish…
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Thai Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce 🍢🔥 I absolutely LOVE the vibrant flavor combo of spicy Thai (or any bold Asian) dishes paired with peanuts or peanut butter. So today, I fired up the grill to make these insanely delicious Thai-inspired chicken skewers, topped with a rich peanut sauce. Paired alongside my Crispy Sweet and…
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Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas 🌯🔥 – Van Style I love enchiladas, but have always made them in an oven— which I don’t have in the van! 🚫🔥 So, I got creative and leveraged both my induction stove in the van, and my grill. I have to say, they came out fantastic — thanks to…
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A Fiery, Sweet Fiesta! 🌮🌶️🍍 Sometimes, you just need a little extra spice to spice up your day, right? These Spicy Pork and Pineapple Tacos are just what the flavor doctor ordered! The smoky heat from chipotle peppers perfectly balances the sweetness of grilled pineapple, creating a dish that’s impossible to resist. Bonus? It’s quick,…
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A Dish That Rocks in the Van! 🎣🔥🥦 Let’s talk about my all-time favorite way to make salmon — cedar plank style! 🌲🔥 It’s a classic for a reason. The smoky aroma, the juicy, tender fish, and that perfect glaze—seriously, once you try it, you’ll be hooked (pun intended). And to make things even better,…
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Comfort in a Bowl, Van Style! 🍲🐄🔥 Let’s talk about one of my favorite go-to comfort foods: Goulash! It’s a warm hug in a bowl, surprisingly easy, and budget-friendly — perfect for busy weeks, cozy nights, or those times when leftovers are your best friend. And guess what? You don’t need much to make it…
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A Sweet & Hot Adventure in a Bowl! 🍛🌶️🍍 Craving something with a perfect balance of spicy heat and sweet tropical flair? Look no further! My Spicy Thai Chicken and Pineapple Curry is just the thing to brighten up your dinner — bold, vibrant, and surprisingly easy to make, even in a tiny kitchen. I…
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Cozy, Crowd-Pleasing Comfort in a Van! 🌵🍗🥣 Okay, confession time — I’m not the biggest fan of traditional chili. Give me a bowl of White Chicken Chili, though, and I’m as happy as Leo with a new toy! 🐾✨This creamy, flavorful version is my go-to for a cozy van meal, and it’s got enough leftovers…
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Baharat Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Chopped Salad — Easy & Delicious in the Van 🌍🔥 Hear me out — I don’t cook Middle Eastern food all the time. Not because I don’t love it, but cooking in a van means we keep our spice inventory small. 🚐✨ But when my brother gifted us some Baharat—a…
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A fresh and zippy fish to appeal to all palettes. When I was young, fish wasn’t really my thing. I spent a lot of time at my best friend Rachel’s house — her mom, Carol, was like a second mom to me. And one day, Carol convinced me to try swordfish. I was hesitant, but…