Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Tender Bibb lettuce, ripe tomatoes, sliced onions, and briny olives are drizzled with a creamy mayo-vinegar-olive oil vinaigrette brightened with fresh parsley. This simple, old-fashioned salad is the perfect cool counterpoint to a bowl of rich, spiced chili.

Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Boiled lima beans and corn are tossed with golden sauteed onions and plum tomatoes in a bright cider vinegar dressing seasoned with parsley, sage, and nutmeg. This hearty, rustic salad celebrates classic American harvest ingredients and makes a wonderful Thanksgiving side dish.

Valerie and Sophie turn Val’s mother’s lasagna recipe into a simple, modern, super skillet-ready dinner, so bubbly and cheesy, it’ll make you think lasagna can be more than just a Sunday special.

Oatmeal-raisin cookies made with rendered chicken fat (schmaltz) and butter are spiced with cinnamon and cloves, then chilled for at least an hour before baking to produce an exceptionally chewy, rich texture. These unexpected cookies showcase how schmaltz adds a savory depth that elevates a familiar classic into something wholly original.

A light and creamy chicken salad with crisp apples and sweet grapes in a yogurt-buttermilk dressing. A refreshing, healthier take on a lunchtime classic.

Cranberry juice, orange vodka, and spiced-thyme simple syrup topped with prosecco, served with a stunning cranberry Bundt ice ring. A sparkling, show-stopping party punch that sets the tone for a festive holiday celebration.

Gingerbread-espresso cookie dough is shaped into cones, filled with a pecan-brown sugar-cherry mixture, and baked until golden and fragrant. These charming bell-shaped cookies are a treasured holiday heirloom recipe with warm spice, toasty nuts, and a touch of fruity sweetness in every bite.

Flatbread pizzas topped with a vibrant Tuscan kale pesto and melted fontina cheese, finished with wine-and-chile shrimp scampi. A creative, dinner-party-worthy pizza that brings together earthy greens and succulent shrimp for an unforgettable social evening.

Warm red potatoes tossed in a bright, blended lemon-Dijon vinaigrette with celery and celery leaves, completely mayo-free. A lighter, tangier take on potato salad that pairs perfectly with sliders and other casual fare.

Get ready to wrap up a tropical flavor bomb with these snappy shrimp lettuce cups that perfectly balance a spicy chili-crisp kick with a sweet pineapple punch!