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Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks

From bite-sized treats on toothpicks and glorious salads, to fresh salsas and luscious dips, you’ll find something here for everyone. These bites are delicious nibbles and first courses to get a gathering started or for any time.

Portobello Mushroom Pizzas with Sausage

May 24, 2022 By valentina 31 Comments

Grilled Sausage Portobello Mushroom Pizza on a white plate with basil leaves

Portobello Mushroom Pizzas with Sausage are impossible not to love. They're easy-to-make, gluten-free, low-carb, and absolutely scrumptious. And you can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Gluten-Free, Savory Tagged With: basil, caramelized onoins, low carb, pizza, portobello mushrooms, tomatoes

Poblano Guacamole Recipe with Lemon

April 29, 2022 By valentina 14 Comments

Ceramic bowl full with poblano guacamole with lemons and a chip.

Poblano Guacamole Recipe with Lemon has a unique twist, and is amazing not only with chips, but also with grilled steak, chicken or shrimp. And of course … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Cinco de Mayo, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Holidays, Vegetarian Tagged With: avocados, garlic, lemons, roasted peppers, poblano peppers

Bell Pepper Sandwich

February 21, 2022 By valentina 13 Comments

yellow and red bell pepper sandwiches with grill marks

This Bell Pepper Sandwich is breadless and incredibly delicious. It's essentially ham and cheese panini with peppers in lieu of bread, making it both unique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Gluten-Free, Savory Tagged With: arugula, grilled cheese, Gruyère cheese, ham, keto, panini, sandwiches, whole grain mustard

Caramelized Spiced Pecans

February 9, 2022 By valentina 6 Comments

Small pile of caramelized spiced pecans on parchment

Caramelized Spiced Pecans will bring just the right amount of crunch, spice and sweetness to almost anything you add them to. Or, fill a bowl with them and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks Tagged With: brown sugar, candied nuts, cumin, cayenne pepper, honey, nuts, pecans, spiced nuts

Kohlrabi Soup with Coconut and Lemon

January 7, 2022 By valentina 24 Comments

purple bowl iwth puréed kohlrabi soup, with a drizzle of oil

Kohlrabi Soup with Coconut and Lemon is rich, creamy and will soothe your soul. If you're feeling under the weather, it'll pick you up -- and if you're … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Soups & Stews, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: coconut milk, kohlrabi, lemons, thyme, what is Kohlrabi

Persimmon Bacon Baked Brie Appetizer

November 20, 2021 By valentina 31 Comments

Cinnamon Persimmon Bacon Baked Brie Recipe melting on a cutting board

This Persimmon Bacon Baked Brie Appetizer recipe is warm, smoky, sweet and over-the-top delicious! There's nothing quite like baked brie with fruit, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Gluten-Free, Savory, Comforting Savory Recipes, Fall & Winter Favorites, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: applewood smoked bacon, brie cheese, cinnamon persimmons, honey, thyme

Roasted Hatch Chile Seared Scallops

August 16, 2021 By valentina 32 Comments

several Seared scallops in cast iron skillet with butter

Roasted Hatch Chile Seared Scallops burst with delicious fresh, seasonal flavors. The subtle sweetness of the scallops perfectly balances the heat from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Fish & Seafood, Gluten-Free, Savory, Spring & Summer Favorites Tagged With: avocado, cilantro, Hatch chiles, roasted peppers, scallops, tomatoes

Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Beurre Blanc

July 19, 2021 By valentina 21 Comments

Steamed artichoke with lemons slices between the leaves on a white plate

Steamed Artichokes with Lemon Beurre Blanc are a fantastic appetizer for sharing, light first course or side dish. The lemony-buttery white wine dipping … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian

Spicy Pickled Cucumbers Recipe

June 20, 2021 By valentina 24 Comments

several small bowls of spicy pickled cucumbers

This quick and easy recipe for Spicy Pickled Cucumbers will knock your socks off. It's a pretty successful rendition of the incredibly delicious Din Tai … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: chili oil, Chinese food, cucumbers, sambal oelek, pickled cucumbers

Crispy Bok Choy Chips

March 26, 2021 By valentina 41 Comments

bok choy chips in square white dish with chili flakes

Crispy Bok Choy Chips are a huge hit in the healthy snacks arena. Crisped to perfection and seasoned with garlic, ginger and chili paste, you won't be able … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Gluten-Free, Savory, Comforting Savory Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian Tagged With: chile paste, baby bok choy, chili paste, Asian greens, vegetable chips

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I’m Valentina Wein, certified chef, mom of two boys, owner, recipe developer and photographer here at Cooking on the Weekends. I use seasonal whole foods to create unique and comforting recipes for casual entertaining. Read more about my love of food and cooking.

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