Acorn Squash with Baby Bitter Greens

Valerie's Spumoni

Three layers of gelato featuring chocolate, cherry-Amarena, and pistachio flavors set over a chocolate wafer crust in a loaf pan and frozen overnight. A stunning, tri-colored Italian frozen dessert that brings a touch of the old country to the family table.

Recipes

Citrus Pavlova

A crisp-shelled, marshmallow-centered meringue is baked low and slow, then topped with silky orange curd, vanilla whipped cream, jewel-toned clementine and grapefruit wheels, and a shower of lime zest. This stunning, layered pavlova is a show-stopping centerpiece dessert for an elegant ladies' dinner or any special celebration.

Recipes

NVC Set It and Forget It Pot Roast

This never-miss pot roast turns into tender, garlicky, wine-kissed comfort food while you go live your life. It smells incredible, tastes even better, and makes dinner feel like a big warm hug.

Recipes

Pasta al Tonno

Spaghetti tossed with Italian olive oil-packed tuna, tomato bruschetta topping, briny capers, and a kick of red pepper flakes. A pantry-friendly Italian classic that makes a satisfying solo dinner in under twenty minutes.

Recipes

Creamy Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

Stovetop macaroni and cheese made with Cheddar and processed cheese for maximum creaminess, loaded with jalapenos and topped with toasted panko and cilantro. A spicy, indulgent comfort food classic that turns up the heat for a birthday feast worth remembering.

Recipes

Dark 'n' Fiery

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.

Recipes

King Cake

A rich yeast dough flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest is rolled around a cream cheese-cinnamon filling with a hidden plastic baby, shaped into an oval, baked golden, then iced and decorated with festive purple, green, and yellow sanding sugar. This iconic New Orleans Mardi Gras tradition brings carnival spirit to any celebration, with the lucky baby-finder crowned king or queen of the party.

Recipes

Panna Cotta with Berry Sauce

A silky vanilla panna cotta set in ramekins and topped with a vibrant mixed berry sauce. This elegant Italian custard dessert is the perfect make-ahead dinner party finale.

Recipes

Watermelon and Mint Spritz for Kids

A kid-friendly mocktail blending fresh watermelon puree with lime juice and mint simple syrup, topped with sparkling water. Garnished with watermelon and mint skewers for a festive presentation.

Recipes

Challah Bread Pudding with Limoncello

A custardy bread pudding made with rich challah and spiked with limoncello liqueur. A warm, comforting dessert with a citrusy Italian twist.

Looking to make something else?

Other Recipes