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Recipes

Artichoke And Spinach Dip

Pureed Artichoke Crostini with Lime Salt

Smooth artichoke and spinach puree spread on garlic-rubbed toasted baguette rounds and garnished with thinly sliced radishes. Finished with a bright lime sea salt for a sophisticated appetizer.

rainbow carrots

Honey-Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Baby rainbow carrots are tossed with honey, olive oil, and a pinch of cayenne, then roasted at 375°F until caramelized and finished with bright lemon zest. The naturally colorful carrots become sweet and tender with a subtle kick, making them the most literal expression of the episode's rainbow theme.

Homemade Barbecue Potato Chips

Homemade Barbecue Potato Chips

Thin-sliced russet potatoes are deep-fried at 300°F until shatteringly crisp, then dusted with a homemade BBQ seasoning blend of paprika, confectioners' sugar, smoked paprika, and chili powder. These addictive chips blow store-bought versions away and make the perfect snack for a fun gathering with friends.

Cold Miso Peanut Zoodles

Cold Miso Peanut Zoodles

These Cold Miso Peanut Zoodles are a fresh, flavor-packed twist on noodles, tossing lightly sautéed zucchini and carrots in a creamy, umami-rich miso peanut dressing with a hint of heat. Finished with crunchy peanuts, sesame seeds, and bright herbs, it’s a vibrant, no-fuss dish that’s perfect for a light meal or refreshing side.

Limoncello

Limoncello

Fresh lemon zest steeped in vodka for a full week, then combined with simple syrup, strained, and chilled for a smooth, aromatic Italian liqueur. A homemade staple that brings a taste of the Amalfi Coast to your home bar and makes a beautiful handmade gift.

Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

Salt and Vinegar Zucchini Chips

Paper-thin zucchini slices tossed with olive oil and malt vinegar, baked low and slow until shatteringly crispy, and finished with paprika. A healthy, addictive snack inspired by the classic salt-and-vinegar chip flavor.

Salmon Summer Rolls

Salmon Summer Rolls

Val and Sophie turn a simple leftover salmon into a fresh Mediterranean-meets-Pacific masterpiece packed with snap peas, avocado, and a garden's worth of herbs. They are the ultimate "no-cook" solution for a light, sophisticated lunch that feels like a total upgrade.

grilled chicken soup

Grilled Chicken Vegetable Soup

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.

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham

Honey Mustard Glazed Ham

A bone-in ham slow-roasted at 325 degrees until tender, then brushed with a glossy honey-mustard-brown sugar glaze and finished at 375 degrees until lacquered and golden. A grand, centerpiece-worthy roast that commands the table at any dinner fit for royalty.

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Ginger Miso Pasta Salad

This one is a keeper: Ginger Miso Pasta Salad. Grab your ingredients and cook along with her.

Cranberry-Walnut Stuffing

A hearty Thanksgiving stuffing studded with toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and sweet Italian sausage. Baked until golden on top with a moist, savory interior.

Beef and Broccoli

NWC Live: Beef & Broccoli

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

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Kale and Quinoa Salad

A hearty salad of massaged lacinato kale tossed with quinoa, cherry tomatoes, goat cheese, and pine nuts. Dressed in a simple red wine vinaigrette for a nutritious side or light meal.

Polenta Crackers with Roasted Wild Mushrooms

Polenta Crackers with Roasted Wild Mushrooms

Crispy cornmeal-Parmesan crackers made from food processor dough, topped with wild mushrooms roasted at 450 degrees with tarragon and lemon. A sophisticated, earthy bite that elevates any wine club gathering with its rich, woodsy flavor.

Coconut Pineapple Spritzer

Coconut Pineapple Spritzer

Coconut seltzer, pineapple vodka, and fresh lime juice are stirred together over ice for a light, effervescent tropical cocktail. This breezy, three-ingredient spritzer is refreshingly simple and perfect for sipping during an outdoor movie under the stars.

Lobster Bisque

Lobster Bisque

Lobster shells are simmered with sherry and vegetables to build a rich stock, then pureed with an immersion blender and finished with cream and chunks of tender lobster meat. This luxurious, velvety bisque is a sophisticated soup course perfect for a special occasion or holiday meal.

chicken with prunes and olives

Chicken with Prunes and Olives

Bone-in chicken breasts marinated overnight in red wine vinegar with prunes, capers, and garlic-stuffed olives, then baked with brown sugar and white wine. A Mediterranean-inspired dish with an irresistible balance of sweet, briny, and savory flavors.

Plum Slab Pie

Plum Slab Pie

Six pounds of red plums seasoned with almond extract and orange zest fill a food-processor butter crust topped with a woven diagonal lattice and turbinado sugar, baked until golden. This generous slab pie is a stunning way to celebrate peak stone fruit season and feeds a crowd with ease

Chicken Liver Pâté with Red Onion Jam

Chicken Liver Pâté with Red Onion Jam

Chicken livers sautéed with coriander, allspice, cream, and brandy are pureed silky smooth in a food processor and served alongside a sweet-tangy red onion jam made with red wine and vinegar on sliced baguette. This elegant, bistro-style pâté makes a sophisticated appetizer that balances the livers' richness with the jam's bright acidity.

Ham, Apple and Cheddar Sliders

Mini sliders layered with deli ham, sharp Cheddar, and crisp apple slices on soft rolls with a pickle relish-mustard spread. A sweet-savory handheld snack perfect for game night.