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.

Spiralized zucchini noodles are briefly sauteed in garlic oil and tossed with dried ciabatta cubes, salted ripe tomatoes, shallot, fresh basil, and a balsamic vinaigrette. This lighter spin on the Tuscan bread salad swaps out heavy pasta for fresh zoodles while keeping all the classic panzanella charm.

This is a mid-week can't miss meal features a Valerie fave ingredient, chicken thighs, and transforms them into the most delectable Chicken Parm you'll ever eat.

Corn cereal, peanuts, pretzels, chipotle crackers, lime tortilla chips, coconut, corn nuts, and pepitas are tossed in a butter-lime-chili-Parmesan seasoning and baked at 300 degrees until toasty. This addictive, boldly spiced party mix brings tangy, smoky, salty flavors together for effortless snacking.

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.

Honey nut cereal, pretzels, Cheddar crackers, wasabi peas, peanuts, and crushed ramen noodles baked with butter, ramen seasoning, and Parmesan. An outrageously addictive party mix with bold, savory crunch in every handful.

Warm red potatoes tossed in a bright, blended lemon-Dijon vinaigrette with celery and celery leaves, completely mayo-free. A lighter, tangier take on potato salad that pairs perfectly with sliders and other casual fare.

In this Halloween special of Valerie’s Home Cooking, Val pairs up with Jordan from This Girl Walks Into a Bar to make a spooky, pitch-black Margarita Mocktail. Using an organic citrus mixer, sweet agave, a spicy-salty Tajín rim, and activated charcoal, this quick and easy non-alcoholic drink brings all the eerie vibes without the alcohol. Perfect for Halloween entertaining! This Girl Walks Into a Bar is giving Valerie's Place members 30% off their entire order. Head to thisgirlmixerssnacks.com and use code VALERIE at checkout.

Asparagus and cremini mushrooms roasted until caramelized and finished with a homemade chile-lemon salt. A simple side dish elevated with a bright, spicy kick.

Valerie and Sophie offer a twisted take on traditional tuna fish and then add a Reheated spin by preparing an irresistible tuna melt.