Avocado and mint is delicious together, so this Minty Avocado Toast Recipe is a winner! It's the perfect, pretty summer avocado toast appetizer.You know who loves avocado toast? Um. . . . everybody! How about minty avocado toast? Three different ways, this recipe for summer avocado toast is super beautiful. … [Read more...]
More of the Best Hatch Chile Recipes
Oh how I love to share the best Hatch Chile recipes! Every year during Hatch Chile Season, many new, delicious and interesting recipes are introduced. Here are some of my favorites!I didn't learn about Hatch Chiles until about five years ago. (GASP!) I'd been missing out on one of the most prized chiles in existence … [Read more...]
Roasted Hatch Chile Seared Scallops Recipe
Since I pretty much stick to food talk around here, you might not know that beneath my Chef's hat, I'm always wearing my Mommy hat. It goes on first. Yesterday was a big Mommy day. My boys started 2nd & 4th grade. My little boys are becoming big boys, and it makes me smile and shed a few tears all at … [Read more...]
Why Are You Here?
Why are you here? Why am I here? No, I haven't suddenly delved into philosophy here. I'm not talking about the meaning of life or anything serious like that. I'm talking about this website, Cooking on the Weekends. Why are you here? I'll tell you why I am. I've mentioned this before, but I just thought I … [Read more...]
Summer Tomato Gazpacho Recipe
This tangy Summer Tomato Gazpacho Recipe is one of the best ways to celebrate tomato season. When tomatoes are at their peak, they're full of flavor and quite sweet, making them a perfect match for tart ingredients like citrus and vinegar. This is a beautiful and delicious appetizer, or light main course on a warm … [Read more...]
Grilled Chipotle Chicken with Corn Relish
Grilled Chipotle Chicken with Corn Relish is great for a summer barbecue, but you can serve it up all year long!How about having a casual dinner party this weekend!? Let's start planning. I'm thinking Minted Strawberry Carpaccio as an appetizer, this super delicious Grilled Chipotle Chicken with Corn Relish for … [Read more...]
Lemon Roasted Baby Artichoke and Avocado Salad Recipe with Sherry Vinaigrette
This weekend was highly unusual around here. The kitchen was quiet! No simmering, no braising, no chopping, and no stirring. (In fact, we even got Indian take-out one night -- yum!) You see, on Saturday morning we collected our newest family member, Maple. It was a very busy weekend and we're all in love. … [Read more...]
Chopped Mexican Salad with Pepitas & Honey-Chipotle Dressing
Chopped Mexican Salad with Pepitas & Honey-Chipotle Dressing is a delicious, hearty main course salad, that is truly a festival of fresh Mexican flavors! It's perfect for a summer picnic, on a buffet table, or along side tacos or burritos. Our Mexican food fest continues. This Mexican salad with pepitas will be … [Read more...]
Grapefruit-Avocado Salad Recipe
This Grapefruit-Avocado Salad is picturesque, fresh and super delicious! While you can whip it in only twenty minutes, it's impressive enough to serve at a dinner party! Welcome, everybody, to my first "Friday Flowers!" Flowers inspire me greatly -- and different flowers make me think about different … [Read more...]
