These easy protein peanut butter balls (or discs, in this case) use just peanut butter powder, unsweetened applesauce, and chocolate chips, so you get a healthy-tasting, high-protein snack with no baking required. Mix the dough, flatten it into discs, freeze for 15 minutes, and dip in melted chocolate. The applesauce adds a subtle flavor that never overpowers, and makes them irresistible.

A thick strawberry milkshake blended with fresh berries, jam, and strawberry ice cream is topped with strawberry whipped cream and served alongside jam-filled puff pastry twists coated in homemade strawberry sugar. This multi-component treat turns a classic milkshake into a showstopping dessert experience.

Crisp iceberg wedges draped in a rich Gorgonzola and sour cream dressing with Roma tomatoes and shatteringly crispy baked pancetta. A steakhouse classic that embraces cheat day with its creamy, indulgent blue cheese dressing.

Crisp iceberg lettuce, bell peppers, and cucumber are layered trifle-style with a homemade ranch dressing of mayo, sour cream, vinegar, and aromatics, topped with scallions, pumpkin seeds, and radishes. The playful trifle presentation turns an everyday chopped salad into a stunning, shareable showpiece for a party.

A hearty salad of massaged lacinato kale tossed with quinoa, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and pine nuts. Dressed in a simple red wine vinaigrette for a nutritious side or light meal.

Val's Fresh Tomato & Angel Hair Pasta is the ultimate 15-minute meal! Light, flavorful, and made with juicy vine tomatoes, garlic-infused olive oil, parmesan, and fresh basil. Save this easy weeknight Italian pasta recipe for busy nights!

A rich butterscotch cake layered with brown sugar caramel and cream. A decadent homemade dessert that's a labor of love.

Ripe avocado is blended with coconut milk, condensed milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla, then frozen in push-up molds for a creamy, fudgy treat. These secretly healthy frozen pops swap in avocado for richness, making them a guilt-free dessert that kids devour without ever suspecting the hidden vegetable.

When summer hits, the best way to celebrate is to head outside and grill the perfect cheeseburger. Add in Valerie's special burger sauce and it's a can't miss hit.

Julienned chayote, red cabbage, carrots, jicama, and scallions are tossed in a creamy avocado-crema-cilantro dressing blended in the food processor. This vibrant, crunchy slaw adds a fresh, colorful contrast to any Latin-inspired spread.