Red Weapons are Vivian’s go-to, must-have pantry staple. A pickled tomato mixture mixed with jalapeños and oil that easily becomes four handy fridge ingredients: the tomatoes, jalapeños, brine and oil. Keep them on hand and you’ll instantly upgrade… everything.

Sauerkraut isn’t just for hot dogs—it’s the bright, tangy secret that makes rich dishes craveable and light ones exciting. Once you start cooking with it, you’ll wonder how your kitchen ever got along without it.