Cumin-rubbed pork shoulder slow-cooked for six hours until tender, shredded and layered with ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard on pressed Cuban bread. A hearty, crispy-outside, melty-inside sandwich that brings the authentic flavors of a Cuban cafe right to your kitchen.

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.

Dry-aged prime rib slow-roasted at 225 degrees on a bed of fresh herbs, flash-finished at 500 degrees for a gorgeous crust, served with a tangy creme fraiche horseradish sauce. A majestic, foolproof roast that brings old-world grandeur to the modern dinner table.

Val and Sophie turn a simple leftover salmon into a fresh Mediterranean-meets-Pacific masterpiece packed with snap peas, avocado, and a garden's worth of herbs. They are the ultimate "no-cook" solution for a light, sophisticated lunch that feels like a total upgrade.

A playful dessert sundae drizzled with homemade chocolate sauce and a splash of creme de menthe syrup. Topped with fresh raspberries for a refreshing after-dinner treat.

Morning-after fajitas with sauteed bell peppers, scrambled eggs, and chili seasoning wrapped in warm flour tortillas. A hearty, satisfying brunch that comes together fast.

A twist on the classic Moscow mule featuring fresh lemon juice and homemade limoncello, topped with spicy ginger beer. A fizzy, citrus-forward cocktail with a limoncello kick that brightens any gathering.

A bone-in ham slow-roasted at 325 degrees until tender, then brushed with a glossy honey-mustard-brown sugar glaze and finished at 375 degrees until lacquered and golden. A grand, centerpiece-worthy roast that commands the table at any dinner fit for royalty.

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

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.