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Recipes

Honey and Hazelnut Granola

Crunchy homemade granola made with oats, chopped hazelnuts, and a honey glaze. A versatile recipe great for breakfast, snacking, or as a gift.

VHC 210

Chocolate-Ginger Mousse Cones

Light bittersweet chocolate mousse piped into homemade cone-shaped tuile cookies with a hint of ginger. A showstopping Valentine's Day dessert.

VHC204

Buttery Manhattan

A sophisticated Manhattan cocktail made with homemade butter-infused bourbon, sweet vermouth, and spiced bitters. A rich, velvety twist on the classic cocktail.

fennel salad w goat cheese

Fennel Salad with Goat Cheese and Pine Nuts

Thinly shaved fennel tossed in a red wine vinaigrette and topped with crumbled goat cheese and toasted pine nuts. A light, elegant salad for a Valentine's dinner.

italian beef sandwiches

Italian Slow Cooker Beef Sandwiches with Giardiniera Aioli

Slow-cooked beef chuck with Italian peppers piled onto rolls and topped with a tangy giardiniera aioli. A hearty, hands-off sandwich that feeds a game day crowd.

pasta with bacon and tomatoes

Pasta with Bacon and Tomatoes

A simple pasta tossed with crispy thick-cut bacon and roasted plum tomatoes. A cozy, romantic dinner that feels effortless yet indulgent.

rosemerie gin fizz

Rosemary Gin Fizz

A refreshing gin cocktail with a homemade rosemary simple syrup and fresh lemon juice. A fragrant, herbal twist on the classic gin fizz.

pear crumble

Individual Pear Crumbles with Maple Yogurt

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

VHC 213

Pasta e Fagioli

A hearty Italian soup of pasta and beans with a soffritto base of onion, celery, and carrot. A warming one-pot meal that's pure comfort for the whole family.

chicken salad w grapes

Chicken Salad with Apples and Grapes

A light and creamy chicken salad with crisp apples and sweet grapes in a yogurt-buttermilk dressing. A refreshing, healthier take on a lunchtime classic.

salted hazelnut toffee

Salted Hazelnut Toffee

Buttery toffee studded with toasted hazelnuts and finished with flaky sea salt. A sweet-salty confection perfect for gifting to neighbors.

butterscotch love cake

Butterscotch Love Cake

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

Roasted Broccoli Rabe

Broccoli rabe roasted with cherry tomatoes and sliced shallots until crisp-tender. A quick, nutritious Italian side dish with bold, slightly bitter flavor.

lamb shepards pie

Lamb Shepherd's Pie

A comforting shepherd's pie with braised lamb, root vegetables, and a golden mashed potato crust. The ultimate neighborly casserole for cold-weather sharing.

Pumpkin Pie

Valerie's Pumpkin Pie

A classic pumpkin pie with a homemade flaky crust and warmly spiced pumpkin custard filling. A Thanksgiving staple made entirely from scratch.

Classic Panzanella

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

VHC 207

Slow Cooker Red Beans and Rice

A classic Louisiana red beans and rice simmered all day in the slow cooker with andouille sausage and Cajun spices. Effortless comfort food with deep, smoky flavor.

Lemon-Vanilla Whipped Cream

A lightly sweetened whipped cream infused with vanilla and bright lemon zest. A versatile topping for pies, cakes, and fruit desserts.

Cinnamon-Buttermilk Whipped Cream

A tangy, cinnamon-spiced whipped cream made with heavy cream and buttermilk. The ideal finishing touch for pumpkin pie and holiday desserts.

apricot clofutti

Apricot Clafouti

A rustic French baked custard studded with fresh apricots and dusted with powdered sugar. An elegant yet effortless dessert perfect for a lazy Sunday.