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Seasons 1 through 5 are available now. More seasons on the way..


This is where it all started. Over 160 episodes of home cooking the way Val actually does it — family recipes, modern twists, and the kind of meals that make everyone feel welcome at the table.


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Seasons 1 through 5 are now available. ALL seasons coming soon.

ALL VHC RECIPES

Grape and Ricotta Galette with Fennel Crust and Red Wine Syrup

Grape and Ricotta Galette with Fennel Crust and Red Wine Syrup

A fennel-spiced free-form tart crust filled with ricotta-almond frangipane and topped with red and green grapes, drizzled with a luscious red wine syrup. A rustic, stunning dessert that reimagines the classic fruit galette with unexpected sophistication.

Helen Vitale's Orange and Fennel Salad

Helen Vitale's Orange and Fennel Salad

Baby arugula topped with fresh orange wheels, shaved fennel, red onion, and basil in a Dijon-white balsamic vinaigrette. A bright, refreshing winter salad that brings a burst of sunshine to the table on the darkest days.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cakes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cakes

Yellow cake baked in a jelly roll pan is topped with a layer of melted peanut butter followed by melted chocolate chips, then cooled and cut into rich, candy bar-like squares. These no-fuss sheet cakes deliver an irresistible chocolate-peanut butter combination with minimal effort and maximum crowd appeal.

Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

Brussels sprouts halved and quartered, then cooked with cubed pancetta until the sprouts are tender and the pancetta is crispy and golden. A simple, savory side dish that pairs salty Italian pancetta with earthy sprouts for an effortless crowd-pleaser.

Four-Alarm Rib-eye Chili

Four-Alarm Rib-eye Chili

Cubed rib-eye steak is browned and simmered with poblanos, bell peppers, Anaheim peppers, serranos, chipotle puree, lager, pinto and kidney beans, and sweet corn. This multi-pepper, steak-house-quality chili builds serious heat from four different chile varieties while the tender rib-eye makes every bowl feel like an indulgence.

VHC chicken cutlet 101

Chicken Cutlets with Spicy Arugula

Crispy panko-crusted chicken cutlets served atop a bed of peppery arugula dressed in a tangy lemon-shallot vinaigrette. A satisfying main course that balances crunch with fresh greens.

Jazzed-Up Sweet Potato Fries

Jazzed-Up Sweet Potato Fries

Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Frozen sweet potato fries are baked crisp, then tossed with grated Parmesan, fresh parsley, bright lemon zest, and a kick of cayenne. This quick shortcut side dish transforms a freezer staple into something vibrant and addictive with just a handful of pantry ingredients.

Dark 'n' Fiery

Dark 'n' Fiery

Recipe courtesy of Valerie Bertinelli Lime juice, orange liqueur, and ginger beer are poured over ice, topped with floated lime wheels and a splash of overproof rum that is briefly set aflame, then finished with a squeeze of roasted lime. This dramatic, fire-topped cocktail puts a bold, citrusy spin on the classic Dark 'n' Stormy and delivers a show-stopping moment at any spicy-themed party.

roasted artichoke hearts provencal

Roasted Artichoke Hearts Provencal

Frozen artichoke hearts roasted with kalamata olives, capers, orange zest, Roma tomatoes, and a splash of white wine. A fragrant, Mediterranean-inspired side dish bursting with bright Provencal flavors.

Spiked Strawberry Lemonade

Spiked Strawberry Lemonade

Fresh strawberries muddled with lemon juice, vodka, and elderflower liqueur, topped with sparkling club soda. A pretty, fizzy cocktail that sets a festive, welcoming mood when friends come together.