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.

Golden choux puffs are baked until crisp and hollow, then filled with both vanilla whipped cream and espresso whipped cream and dusted with confectioners' sugar. These light, elegant pastries pair two classic flavors in one impressive yet surprisingly approachable dessert.

Apples simmered with cider, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and cloves are pureed smooth, then slow-baked at 300 degrees for three hours until thick and deeply caramel-colored. This old-fashioned preserve captures concentrated apple flavor in every spoonful, perfect for spreading on toast or gifting in jars.

A hearty meat sauce of ground beef and sausage is layered with a rich ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan filling between no-boil noodles, then baked at 375°F until bubbly and golden. This deeply personal family recipe pays tribute to Nonnie's legacy, delivering the ultimate comfort-food centerpiece.

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.

Steel-cut oats combined with mashed bananas, nutmeg, and a cinnamon stick, cooked overnight in a slow cooker for eight hours. A warm, nourishing breakfast that greets you in the morning with zero effort and pure whole-grain goodness

Homemade crispy crackers studded with rosemary, black pepper, and Parmesan. A savory, addictive snack perfect for movie night munching.

Sweet jumbo lump crab is gently bound with breadcrumbs, lemon zest, Worcestershire, and Old Bay, then pan-fried in butter until golden and served with a tangy creme fraiche-mustard dipping sauce. These bite-sized crab cakes make a refined appetizer that sets a celebratory tone for the party.

Frozen Tater Tots are baked in a cast-iron skillet, smothered in a stovetop cheese sauce made with half-and-half, Mexican blend cheese, and cornstarch, topped with pico de gallo, and broiled until bubbling. These loaded, crunchy tots are the ultimate casual snack for movie nights and indoor gatherings.

Toasted walnuts coated in a glossy mixture of corn syrup, maple syrup, brown sugar, and cinnamon, baked until golden and caramelized. A sweet, crunchy nibble that sets a regal tone as guests arrive for an elegant dinner.