Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Lime juice, orange liqueur, and ginger beer are poured over ice, topped with floated lime wheels and a splash of overproof rum that is briefly set aflame, then finished with a squeeze of roasted lime. This dramatic, fire-topped cocktail puts a bold, citrusy spin on the classic Dark 'n' Stormy and delivers a show-stopping moment at any spicy-themed party.

A vibrant, fresh pesto made with basil, Parmesan, toasted pine nuts, and garlic, finished with a squeeze of lemon. Perfect as a pizza topping, pasta sauce, or all-purpose condiment.

Chicken breasts poached in stock are shredded and simmered with white beans partially blended for body, green chiles, ancho chile powder, cumin, and coriander, then served with extensive toppings. This creamy, mild chili is a crowd-pleasing game-day staple that invites everyone to customize their bowl.

Dry sea scallops are seared to a deep golden crust, then basted with a compound lemon butter and deglazed with white wine and lemon juice for a bright pan sauce. These restaurant-quality scallops make a luxurious, celebratory main course that is elegant enough for a special birthday dinner.

A classic Italian pasta with fresh clams in a light garlic and white wine sauce with a touch of red pepper. One of the simplest yet most satisfying pasta dishes in the Italian repertoire.

A whole beef tenderloin crusted in mixed peppercorns and fresh parsley, roasted to tender perfection. An impressive main course for elegant dinner parties.

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.

Boiled sweet potato wedges seasoned with chili powder and grilled until beautifully charred. A smoky, slightly sweet side dish that rounds out a summer grilling menu with ease.

Toasted pumpkin seeds coated in butter, sugar, and salt for an addictive sweet-salty crunch. A simple holiday snack or salad topper.

A quick and indulgent Italian dessert made by pouring a shot of hot espresso over vanilla ice cream. Topped with chocolate-covered almonds for an elegant after-dinner treat.