Hello, frugal foodies! Today, we’re doing a deep dive – into the delicious world of Marinated Artichoke Hearts. Picture this: succulent, tangy, and brimming with flavor – all from a humble can of artichokes (along with a little kitchen magic!)

Copycat Bartaco Sesame Ribeye Tacos
Imagine a symphony of contrasting flavors and textures that is the Copycat Bartaco Sesame Ribeye Tacos. As your teeth sink into the taco, fresh, tangy pickled peppers and red onions give a satisfying crunch. Funky, earthy & spicy kimchee adds contrast and it all gives way to the tender, velvety Asian-leaning shaved Ribeye marinated in a sweet sesame soy.
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Soy Pickled Jalapenos – Ed’s Mom’s Stuff
This recipe for Soy Pickled Jalapenos came by way of my sister. It was shown to her by her soon-to-be Mother-in-Law who came to the States from China and ran a successful restaurant with her husband for years before retiring.

Refrigerator Bread & Butter Pickles
Yanno what I run hot and cold on? Pickles. Sometimes I just love them and can’t get enough and then sometimes I couldn’t care less about them. But I always get a little excited in the summer when those little pickling cucumbers start to show up. Coz then I can show off a bit and make my faves. Like these Refrigerator Bread & Butter Pickles.

Quick Vietnamese Pickled Carrots
The other day I made the most marvelous (if I do say so myself, and I do, I do) Bahn Mi Street Tacos. If you haven’t seen that post, take a peek! One of the defining elements in that recipe is these Quick Vietnamese Pickled Carrots, a little sweet with tangy undertones from the vinegar, and they’re a little addictive!