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Comforting Savory Recipes

This is the umbrella for all of the savory recipes on Cooking On The Weekends -- from hors d'oeuvres and salads, through main courses and snacks.

Oyster Mushroom Recipe

February 21, 2021 By valentina 16 Comments

Oyster mushrooms with tarragon on triangle of bread

This delicious Oyster mushroom recipe can whipped up in a matter of minutes. Packed with earthy and fresh flavors, it’s a superb vegan side, and can be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vegetarian, Comforting Savory Recipes, Vegan Tagged With: shallots, sherry, tarragon, Oyster mushrooms

Plantain Picadillo Empanadas (Empenadas de Platano)

February 12, 2021 By valentina 26 Comments

Empenada de Platano with Picadillo sliced in half on white plate

Empenadas de Platano (Plantain Empanadas) are filled with delicious Mexican Picadillo. A combination of sweet and savory ingredients, mixed into finely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Meat, Gluten-Free, Savory, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: plantains, skirt steak, cumin, chipotles, raisins, capers, almonds, empenadas, platano

Curry Fries with Yogurt Lime Dip

January 16, 2021 By valentina 21 Comments

small red bowl with yogurt lime dip surround by French fries

These Curry Fries with Yogurt Lime Dip are a unique, flavor-packed, super delicious, lovely snack or appetizer. The spices in the curry are balanced … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Gluten-Free, Savory, Sides, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: yogurt, french fries, russet potatoes, curry, curry paste, lime

Beef Curry Stew Recipe

January 12, 2021 By valentina 24 Comments

Beef Curry Stew in a green bowl with hot chili on top

Beef Curry Stew is full of warm, comforting flavors. This is the perfect recipe to make a big batch of on the weekend so you can enjoy it all week long. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Meat, Entrées, Soups & Stews, Fall & Winter Favorites, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: tomatoes, soups, peas, potatoes, beef, curry, curry paste

Yellow Curry Paste Recipe

January 11, 2021 By valentina 12 Comments

This Yellow Curry Paste recipe bursts with fresh flavors and warm, rich spices. You can whip this up inside of twenty minutes and use it to flavor dozens of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: garlic, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, coconut milk, shallots, cloves, curry, curry powder, curry paste, Thai paste, lemongrass, fish sauce, chile pepper, corriander

Mashed Okinawan Sweet Potato Recipe

January 6, 2021 By valentina 26 Comments

Mashed purple sweet potatoes in a black bowl

This Okinawan Sweet Potato recipe will wow anyone who tries it. Okinawan purple sweet potatoes are unique and delicious, with a honey-like sweet flavor. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Vegetarian, Sides, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, Okinawan sweet potatoes, purple potatoes

Poblano Rice Pilaf Recipe

January 3, 2021 By valentina 20 Comments

Mexican Poblano Rice Pliaf in a wooden, oval-shpaed bowl with cilantro sprigs.

Poblano Rice Pilaf is a festival of Mexican flavors, and the perfect side dish to almost any meal with a Latin flair.Have you tried my Achiote Marinated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gluten-Free, Savory, Sides, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: cumin, cilantro, rice, poblano chile peppers, pilaf

How to Cook Wild Rice

December 23, 2020 By valentina 13 Comments

close up of cranberry wild rice on a white plate in front of platter

Learning how to cook wild rice is easy. It’s delicious, versatile, and can be used in so many different dishes. (My recipe for Cranberry Wild Rice is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: How To (Cooking Techniques), Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: pine nuts, cranberries, wild rice

Cast Iron Skillet Chicken with Cognac Sauce

December 20, 2020 By valentina 8 Comments

Skillet Braised Chicken Recipe with Caramelized Lemon-Shallot-Sauce

Cast Iron Skillet Chicken with Cognac Sauce is a comforting dinner full of fresh and rich flavors. A quick and easy one pan dinner, it's great for a busy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entrées, Chicken, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: chicken, caramelized onions, meyer lemons, comfort food, shallots, braised chicken, cognac

Creamy Vegan Mushroom Sauce

December 2, 2020 By valentina 12 Comments

Chicken breast sliced with mushroom sauce on top

This Vegan Mushroom Sauce is incredibly rich and creamy. You simply won’t believe it’s not made with heavy cream. Made with cashew cream, this dairy free … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Vegan Tagged With: thyme, mushrooms, sauce, cashews, cashew cream

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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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