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Asian Pear Marinated Steak

December 29, 2021 By valentina 18 Comments

thinly sliced seared rib-eye steak with asisan pear slices

Asian Pear Marinated Steak is a sensory delight before it even hits the pan or grill. Asian pear, sesame oil, soy sauce and a few other aromatic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Savory Recipes, Entrées, Meat Tagged With: Korean pears, pears, ribeye steaks, sesame oil, soy sauce, togarashi

Port Wine Poached Pears

December 8, 2021 By valentina 18 Comments

sveral whole port wine poached pears standing up.

Port Wine Poached Pears are a stunning and delicious fall and winter dessert. Full of warming spices, they're fantastic on their own, over ice cream, in a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Sweet Recipes, Fall & Winter Favorites, Gluten-Free Desserts Tagged With: bosc pears, comice pears, pears, poaching, port wine, star anise, thyme

Rosemary Roasted Hasselback Asian Pears

November 5, 2019 By valentina 30 Comments

Rosemary Roasted Hasselback Korean Pear on a dark purple plate

Rosemary Roasted Hasselback Asian Pears is a jaw-dropping, over-the-top delicious dessert. It's brilliant for the holidays or any dinner party. Asian pear … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Sweet Recipes, Fall & Winter Favorites, Gluten-Free Desserts, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: apple pears, asian pears, hasselback, pears, rosemary

Show-Stopping Thanksgiving Appetizers

November 12, 2018 By valentina 20 Comments

Pear and Gorgonzola Salad held in an fanned enjoya pepper bowl

This collection of show-stopping Thanksgiving appetizers and hors d' oeuvres has something for everyone at the feast. From a salad held in a beautiful … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted Other Goodies, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: bacon, Caprese, Enjoya Peppers, figs, hors d'oeuvres, pears, sweet potatoes

Honey Baked Korean Pear Recipe

November 9, 2012 By valentina 12 Comments

Honey Baked Korean Pear on purple plate

Honey Baked Korean Pear Recipe is a fall dessert knockout! These baked Asian pears, which are large, juicy and sweet, are cooked with honey, inside a crispy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Comforting Sweet Recipes, Fall & Winter Favorites, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: cinnamon, mascarpone, pears, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving desserts, wontons

Introducing Korean Pears

November 5, 2012 By valentina 1 Comment

Korean Pears are also commonly called Apple Pears and Asian Pears. With their crisp texture and subtly sweet flavor, they are a true treat during the fall … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Assorted Other Goodies Tagged With: apple pears, asian pears, fruits, Korean pears, pears


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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