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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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…
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Festive & Light Chicken, Corn, and Cheese Southwest Skillet Hey friends!Today I’m sharing a dish that’s been a family favorite for years — my Chicken, Corn, and Cheese Southwest Skillet! It’s loaded with bold flavors and just the right amount of festive flair. My hubs and daughter always asked for it, and recently, my husband…
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Zesty White Bean & Asparagus Pasta Ohhhh Monday (really Tuesday). Boy, do I love me some Monday (even though it is Tuesday)! 😅 After a LONG weekend of relaxation, I needed a meal that matches this Monday’s (well it’s actually Tuesday – we just took Monday off) vibe — something easy, satisfying, and with a…
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🥢 Asian Flank Steak with Crisp Veggie Salad 🥗 I’m a huge fan of the NYT Cooking app—not because I follow recipes exactly (I never do 😆), but because it’s a gold mine for great ideas. This one is inspired by an old NYT recipe, and let me tell you… it SLAPS. Salty, tangy, a…
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White Beans, Pancetta, and Parm This one’s another NYT-inspired gem that I’ve tweaked to fit my own kitchen (or, let’s be real—my van). And let me tell you, it’s a huge hit with hubs. He doesn’t mind playing sous chef for this one at all—probably because he knows he gets to eat half the pan.…
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Chicken Fajitas: A Versatile and Delicious Feast 🔥 Whether I’m out in the wilderness or throwing a get-together at home, chicken fajitas are a great choice! Their flexibility makes them ideal for utilizing leftovers or whatever’s in the pantry. Recently, I made a batch for dinner that also served as my lunch on a hectic…
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Snapper Puttanesca: A Classic with Bold Flavor, Made in a Small Space We recently scored some beautiful snapper, and I knew right away: this was going to be the next installment of Leslie Cooks in a Van. I’ve always loved a good puttanesca—briny, bold, and unapologetically flavorful. My husband’s a fan too, so it was…
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Cedar-Planked Halibut Piccata A Rainy Night Vanlife Mash-Up Last night, I had a craving—and a bit of a culinary dilemma. I was standing in my van, staring at a beautiful piece of halibut, trying to decide between two strong contenders for dinner glory. On one hand, I had a cedar plank tucked away in the…