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.

Muddled fresh ginger and mint are shaken with bourbon and honey, then strained into a glass and topped with sparkling apple cider for a fizzy, autumnal cocktail. This warming, aromatic drink balances the sweetness of honey and cider with bourbon's oak-aged depth, making it an ideal sip for a fall gathering.

Imagine if a classic Italian dinner and a busy Tuesday had a very delicious baby. That’s this Chicken Milanese-ish. It’s the ultimate "fancy-casual" meal: sophisticated enough to impress a date, but simple enough to make while you’re still wearing your favorite sweatpants.

A smoky grilled corn and bean salad packed with black beans, chickpeas, bell peppers, and cilantro. Tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing with a splash of hot sauce.

A traditional Tuscan bread salad with crusty cubes, ripe tomatoes, and a simple vinaigrette. A rustic Italian classic that celebrates summer produce.

A warming Irish coffee made with brown sugar, Irish whiskey, and topped with fresh whipped cream. The perfect after-dinner drink for a cozy Sunday evening.

Crispy French bread rolls spread with tarragon-cornichon mayo and filled with leftover beef bourguignon, lettuce, and tomato.

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.

Fresh mixed berries macerated in chilled limoncello and garnished with ribbons of fresh basil. A light, boozy dessert that comes together in minutes.

Another one of Val's "baguette snacks" is the ultimate quick-fix, piling crisp toasted baguette slices high with savory salami, tangy olive salad, and sweet roasted red peppers. It’s a bite-sized, single-serve twist on a classic New Orleans muffuletta that delivers big, bold flavors with zero fuss!