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How To Roast And Peel Chestnuts

December 20, 2019 By valentina 16 Comments

terra cotta bowl of peeled chestnuts with shells around it

Learning how to roast chestnuts, and how to peel chestnuts is easier than you might think and the process is fun, festive and will make your whole house … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays, How To (Cooking Techniques), Assorted Other Goodies, Christmas Tagged With: snacks, holiday's, chestnuts, roasted chestnuts, how to peel chestnuts

Smoky Paprika-Bacon Roasted Turkey

November 13, 2019 By valentina 70 Comments

Thanksgiving Recipe: Smoky Paprika-Bacon Roasted Turkey

This Smoky Paprika-Bacon Roasted Turkey is the mother of all roasted turkeys.  Saying it's over-the-top might be an understatement, and it will surely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entrées, Gluten-Free, Savory, Holidays, Comforting Savory Recipes, Christmas, Thanksgiving Tagged With: holiday's, bacon, garlic, thyme, lemon juice, rosemary, applewood smoked bacon, butter, paprika, turkey, sage, Thanksgiving, brine, roasted turkey

Potato Crusted Prosciutto Eggs Florentine

March 3, 2019 By valentina 33 Comments

Baked Potato Crusted Prosciutto Eggs Florentine in rectangular pan.

Potato Crusted Prosciutto Eggs Florentine is one of those brunch recipes you will make again and again. It's bursting with fresh flavors and is everything … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gluten-Free, Savory, Holidays, Breakfast & Brunch, Comforting Savory Recipes Tagged With: holiday's, brunch, breakfast, eggs, prosciutto, Parmesan cheese, Gruyère cheese, Mother's Day, spinach, eggs florentine

Spiced Cranberry Sauce Recipe for the Holidays

November 20, 2018 By valentina 17 Comments

red and white striped bowl with cranberry sauce

This Spiced Cranberry Sauce for the Holidays is sweet, tart, and warmed up with cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. It's great for Thanksgiving and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays, Sides, Fall & Winter Favorites, Comforting Sweet Recipes, Christmas, Thanksgiving Tagged With: holiday's, sweets, cardamom, cinnamon, sides, side dishes, Thanksgiving, Christmas, cranberries

Upside Down Carrot Apricot Cake Recipe

August 5, 2018 By valentina 24 Comments

One slice of Upside Down Apricot Carrot Cake.

This Upside Down Carrot Apricot Cake is full of warm spices and sweet flavors. In this recipe, basic ingredients combine to make a show-stopping dessert!If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays, Fall & Winter Favorites, Comforting Sweet Recipes, Thanksgiving Tagged With: holiday's, sweets, desserts, cake, carrots, cardamom, cinnamon, apricots, whipped cream, Thanksgiving, carrot cake


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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