Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Mustard greens are braised low and slow for an hour and a half with onions, garlic, chicken stock, vinegar, and a meaty ham hock, then the tender pork is pulled from the bone and stirred back into the pot liquor. These deeply savor

Blanched broccoli, cauliflower, and snap peas are simmered in a fragrant coconut milk-green curry paste sauce with shredded cabbage, carrots, and creamy avocado stirred in at the end. This vibrant, fully vegan curry delivers bold Southeast Asian flavor and satisfying richness without any meat or dairy.

INGREDIENTS 4 cloves 3 whole star anise 2 cinnamon sticks 1 bottle red wine 1/4 cup sugar, optional (depending on sweetness of wine) 2 strips orange zest, removed with a vegetable peeler 1 1/2 cups orange juice, freshly squeezed and strained, or store-bought 1 small sprig rosemary, plus sprigs for garnish DIRECTIONS 1. Wrap the cloves, star anise and cinnamon in a small square of cheesecloth and secure it with kitchen twine. 2. Combine the wine, sugar if using, orange zest, orange juice, rosemary and the spice pouch in a slow cooker. 3. Cook on low heat until hot, about 1 hour. 4. Adjust the slow cooker to the 'warm' setting. 5. Serve in mugs with a rosemary sprig as garnish.

A nutrient-packed smoothie blending blueberries, avocado, banana, collard greens, and pineapple with coconut water. A thick, creamy breakfast drink with a hint of lime and ginger.

A sophisticated Manhattan cocktail made with homemade butter-infused bourbon, sweet vermouth, and spiced bitters. A rich, velvety twist on the classic cocktail.

A sourdough loaf cross-hatched and filled with garlic butter and Asiago cheese, baked in foil then uncovered until golden and bubbly. A warm, shareable centerpiece that draws everyone into the kitchen on a cold winter night.

Calamari marinated in a soy-vinegar-honey-chili-ginger blend is grilled and served over marinated cucumbers atop a spiced yogurt sauce seasoned with coriander, caraway, sumac, and paprika. This vibrant, layered dish brings bold global flavors together for an elegant warm-weather appetizer or light main course.

Bright, lemony baby kale tossed with crispy golden garlic—simple, fast, and full of flavor. A perfect one-pan dish that feels a little fancy without the fuss.

Homemade egg fettuccine made with a stand mixer and pasta roller is tossed with pan-seared chicken, roasted broccoli, and a creamy Asiago-Parmesan sauce brightened with lemon. This from-scratch pasta dish is an impressive yet comforting weeknight dinner that rewards a little extra effort.

"NOW VAL'S COOKING" EPISODE COMING SOON! This savory summer galette features a creamy, herb-infused base of goat and ricotta cheeses brightened with a touch of fresh lemon zest. Topped with a colorful arrangement of sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and cherry tomatoes, it is baked in a flaky, golden-brown crust for a simple yet elegant seasonal meal.