Sweet Italian sausage patties topped with sauteed bell pepper, shallot, and garlic in a quick tomato sauce on soft slider buns. A mini version of the Italian street fair classic that's perfect for passing around at parties.

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.

Ground turkey browned and simmered with pinto, kidney, and black beans, tomatoes, green chiles, and chicken broth until hearty and thick. A leaner, protein-packed chili that is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers.

Val and Sophie take Valerie's can't miss Set-it-and-forget-it Pot Roast leftovers and transforms them into easy but super delicious tacos.

Toasted crostini topped with creamy goat cheese and roasted asparagus spears. A simple, elegant appetizer for drop-in guests.

Mezcal shaken with orange liqueur, fresh orange juice, and homemade simple syrup, served in a salt-rimmed glass for a smoky-citrus kick. A bold, California-style cocktail that brings campfire depth and bright sunshine together in one glass.

Tender pear pieces baked under a buttery oat crumble topping, served with maple-sweetened Greek yogurt. Individual-sized desserts with a wholesome, comforting feel.

A buttery shortbread tart shell filled with fresh blueberries in a light glaze. An elegant and not-too-sweet dessert perfect for a dinner party.

Apples simmered with cider, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and cloves are pureed smooth, then slow-baked at 300 degrees for three hours until thick and deeply caramel-colored. This old-fashioned preserve captures concentrated apple flavor in every spoonful, perfect for spreading on toast or gifting in jars.

Toasted sourdough slices rubbed with garlic and topped with thin slices of prosciutto and fresh toppings. A quick Italian appetizer that's simple and elegant.