Chicken breasts poached in stock are shredded and simmered with white beans partially blended for body, green chiles, ancho chile powder, cumin, and coriander, then served with extensive toppings. This creamy, mild chili is a crowd-pleasing game-day staple that invites everyone to customize their bowl.

Thick eggplant slices are grilled until smoky and tender, then layered with a chunky tomato-olive sauce, melty mozzarella, and Parmesan and baked until bubbly. This lighter take on eggplant Parmean trades the fryer for the grill, adding charred depth while keeping the dish satisfying and full-flavored.

Crisp-tender green beans tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette with minced shallots. A simple, flavorful side dish from Tom's kitchen.

Mandoline-sliced Yukon Gold potatoes are shingled on a sheet pan over caramelized onions and a rosemary-Dijon-lemon cream, then layered with fontina and Parmesan and baked at 450 degrees until golden and bubbling. This clever sheet-pan method creates maximum crispy edges and cheesy crust in every serving, making it a crowd-friendly upgrade to the classic casserole.

Preparing this Watermelon and Burrata salad is an absolute breeze. Perfect for when you're hungry but don't want to spend all day over a hot stove. It's refreshing, a bit salty, and packed with flavor.

Bite-sized cauliflower florets roasted at 425 degrees until beautifully browned, then tossed with a zesty chile-lime seasoning. A lighter, veggie-forward happy hour snack that is just as addictive and poppable as the real thing.

Boiled sweet potato wedges seasoned with chili powder and grilled until beautifully charred. A smoky, slightly sweet side dish that rounds out a summer grilling menu with ease.

A nourishing soup built on grilled chicken breast with fresh vegetables in a light broth. Comfort food that feels restorative after a big night out.

On Friday, March 27 at 6pm ET Val and Sophie did a live cook-along with this wonderful take on Beef and Broccoli.

Lemon vodka, limoncello, and orange liqueur shaken with fresh citrus juices and served in a glass rimmed with citrus-zest sugar. A bright, triple-citrus cocktail that brings a burst of sunshine and laughter to any happy hour.