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Fig Preserves Recipe with Vanilla

August 25, 2020 By valentina 12 Comments

fresh fig preserves in small wooden spoon over small white bowl

This Fig Preserves Recipe with Vanilla is made with whole vanilla beans and fresh figs. It's fantastic on toast, scones and crackers, as well as grilled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Breakfast & Brunch, Comforting Sweet Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, figs, preserves, vanilla

Grilled Avocado with Egg and Bacon Compote

May 17, 2020 By valentina 32 Comments

grilled avocado with onion and poached egg on top

Grilled Avocado with Egg and Bacon Compote is one of the most amazing, decadent breakfast or brunch recipes you could serve to wow your guests. Add Cashel … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Breakfast & Brunch, Comforting Savory Recipes, Gluten-Free, Savory Tagged With: applewood smoked bacon, avocados, balsamic vinegar, brunch, caramelized onion, Cashel Blue Cheese, grilling, Kerrygold, poached eggs

Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

May 16, 2020 By valentina 22 Comments

mason jar filled with blackberry balsamic vinaigrette

This Blackberry Balsamic Vinaigrette recipe will enhance any salad it touches, and it's also a fantastic marinade for poultry. It's sweet, tart, packed with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, blackberries, Dijon mustard, salad dressings, vinaigrettes

Balsamic Cranberry Salad Dressing

November 30, 2019 By valentina 32 Comments

Balsamic Cranberry Dressing in a tall bottle with a cork.

Balsamic Cranberry Salad Dressing is the delicious rich and creamy result of having leftover cranberry sauce from Thanksgiving. It brings salads … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Christmas, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, cranberry sauce, salad dressing, thanksgiving leftovers, vinaigrette

Chicken Butternut Squash Lasagna

November 15, 2019 By valentina 18 Comments

Chicken Butternut Squash Lasagna doesn't contain pasta -- the gluten-free lasagna noodles are thin strips of butternut squash. It's one of the most unique … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Chicken, Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Fall & Winter Favorites, Gluten-Free, Savory Tagged With: allspice, balsamic vinegar, butternut squash, cinnamon, comfort food, gluten-free, lasagna, spinach

Cannellini Bean Tuna Salad Recipe

March 23, 2019 By valentina 51 Comments

Cannelllini Bean Tuan Salad i a white bowl with blue trim and red flowers on it.

This Cannellini Bean Tuna Salad recipe is drizzled with a delicious Tangy Balsamic Vinaigrette, making every bite an explosion of flavor. It's a fantastic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Fish & Seafood, Salads Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, basil, canellini beans, capers, Piquillo peppers, red onion, roasted peppers, tuna

Grilled Coffee Balsamic Flank Steak

February 1, 2018 By valentina 25 Comments

Large yellow-rimmed white platter filled with slices or grilled coffee balsamic flank steak.

Coffee Balsamic Flank Steak has deep and rich flavors from a unique steak marinade. The flavors this seep in over many hours, making it a truly special … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Meat Tagged With: balsamic glaze, balsamic vinegar, barbecue, coffee, coffee syrup, Dave's Coffee Syrup, espresso, flank steak, grilling, steak

Tomato Feta Salsa Recipe for Meat

August 4, 2015 By valentina 4 Comments

Tomato Feta Salsa Recipe for Meat or Chicken

This Tomato Feta Salsa makes for an excellent snack with chips, and it's divine over grilled meat, chicken or fish! I love unique summer salsa recipes, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres & Snacks, Comforting Savory Recipes, Condiments, Dressings, & Sauces, Gluten-Free, Savory, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, basil, capers, condiments for meat, feta cheese, heirloom tomatoes, salsas, sauces, summer recipes, summer tomatoes

How to Peel Tomatoes & Tomato Basil Salad

September 2, 2011 By valentina 6 Comments

This Tomato Basil Salad recipe is the perfect dish to celebrate a summer garden. In making this recipe you'll learn how to peel tomatoes and why sometimes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted Other Goodies, How To (Cooking Techniques), Salads, Spring & Summer Favorites, Vegetarian Tagged With: balsamic vinegar, basil, garlic, goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, thai basil

Grilled Strawberry Kebabs Recipe with Basil

June 9, 2011 By valentina 9 Comments

Grilled Strawberry Basil Kebabs with Honey Balsamic Glaze

This Grilled Strawberry Kebab Recipe with Basil is a fabulous appetizer that doubles as dessert. It's sweet, savory and bursts with the essence of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Sweet Recipes, Spring & Summer Favorites Tagged With: balsamic glaze, balsamic vinegar, basil, chocolate, dessert, fruit, strawberries


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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