holidays
All Recipes

Salted Hazelnut Toffee
Buttery toffee studded with toasted hazelnuts and finished with flaky sea salt. A sweet-salty confection perfect for gifting to neighbors.

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.

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.

Lamb Shepherd's Pie
A comforting shepherd's pie with braised lamb, root vegetables, and a golden mashed potato crust. The ultimate neighborly casserole for cold-weather sharing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.