holidays
All Recipes

Peppered Beef Tenderloin
A whole beef tenderloin crusted in mixed peppercorns and fresh parsley, roasted to tender perfection. An impressive main course for elegant dinner parties.

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.

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.

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.

Acorn Squash with Baby Bitter Greens
Roasted acorn squash slices served atop baby bitter greens with a smoked paprika vinaigrette. A colorful, seasonal side dish that balances sweet and bitter.

Neapolitan Holiday Cookies
A stunning tri-colored layered cookie made with almond paste dough tinted red, green, and yellow, filled with raspberry jam and apricot preserves. Topped with melted dark chocolate for a show-stopping holiday treat.

Deep-Fried Turkey
A whole turkey deep-fried to golden, crispy perfection with incredibly juicy meat inside. The showstopping centerpiece of Valerie's Thanksgiving table.

Sweet and Salty Pepitas
Toasted pumpkin seeds coated in butter, sugar, and salt for an addictive sweet-salty crunch. A simple holiday snack or salad topper.

Festive Salad with Tomatoes, Basil and Mozzarella in a Creamy Vinaigrette
A festive holiday salad of mixed greens and romaine tossed in a creamy Champagne vinaigrette. Topped with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, pine nuts, and sliced basil.

Valerie's Gravy for Fried Turkey
A rich turkey gravy made from scratch with turkey stock, neck, and gizzards simmered with fresh thyme. The essential companion to deep-fried turkey.