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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The Perfect Van Life Comfort Food Looking for a comforting and delicious dish that’s perfect for your van kitchen? This Mushroom and Pea Risotto is your answer! Creamy, flavorful, and satisfying, risotto is an excellent comfort food that pairs wonderfully with many main dishes. I made this recently with my Pork Medallions with Red Wine…
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Quick and packed with flavor. If you’re craving pasta but short on time, this easy Pasta Puttanesca recipe is the answer. It’s bold, savory, and deeply satisfying thanks to classic Italian ingredients like garlic, anchovies, olives, and capers. This authentic pasta puttanesca comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners. Why…
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The Best Homemade Recipe for Rich, Tangy Mexican Flavor Chili Verde is one of my all-time favorite dishes — bright, smoky, and bursting with vibrant green goodness. Recently, I planned to make this delicious pork chili verde outdoors while on a little adventure with hubs and the pup. But, of course, the skies opened up…
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Easy, Nutritious, & Perfect for Weeknights If you know my blog, you already understand how much I love cooking with mushrooms — and for good reason! Mushrooms are incredibly versatile, nutrient-dense, low in calories, and packed with health benefits like supporting your immune system and your heart. When cooked properly, they unlock a deep umami…
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A simple and healthy, vegan-friendly meal Looking for a wholesome, budget-friendly, and super tasty meal? This Green Lentil Curry hits all the right notes—warm spices, hearty lentils, and fresh spinach—plus, it’s completely vegan! I made this when hubs asked for more curry, and knowing meat can be pricey, lentils were the perfect, cost-effective alternative. Plus,…
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Comfort food for the win! If you’re searching for the ultimate comfort food that transcends any weather conditions, look no further than this Braised Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms Over Mashed Potatoes recipe. Perfect for both a cozy evening indoors and an outdoor cookout, this dish is incredibly versatile and delicious. With succulent chicken thighs slowly…
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A Bold and Savory Breakfast That’s Perfect for Any Time of Day There’s nothing quite like a good steak paired with runny eggs to start your day — or end it! And when it’s a quick, on-the-road affair? Even better. Enter skirt steak and eggs, a masterpiece of simplicity and flavor that’s as effortless as…
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How To Make My Easy & Delicious Chile Con Carne Enchilada Stack If any of the following sound familiar, keep reading: This recipe is a game-changer! A while back, I came across a New York Times article by Sam Sifton, who was tired of the labor of rolling enchiladas. He introduced me to the concept…
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A Takeout Classic Made on the Road Mongolian Beef has always been one of my ultimate go-to take out dishes—crispy strips of beef coated in a caramelized, sticky-sweet sauce that just hits the spot. So, I thought—why not craft my own version with a little extra punch? And let me tell you, it did not…
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Now this is some bloody proper comfort food! 🇬🇧🍻 Hubs and I often brainstorm menu ideas for Birdie, our trusty van (she’s got personality, I tell ya). So when he asked for Bangers and Mash, I thought, why not give it a proper twist? Enter Bangers and Colcannon — that’s mashed potatoes mixed with buttery…