Valerie Bertinelli Just Made Drew Barrymore a One-Pot Lasagna, and It's a "Hug in a Bowl"

Close Photo:Dia Dipasupil/WireImage Dia Dipasupil/WireImage We just found a quick comforting dinner recipe you’ll want to add to your weekly rotation, thanks to Valerie Bertinelli and Drew Barrymore. On a recent episode ofThe Drew Barrymore Show, Bertinelli shared one of her favorite dishes from her new cookbook,Indulge: Delicious and Decadent Dishes to Enjoy and Share. It’s an easy no-bake, one-pan lasagna, and we’re already ready for a forkful at the thought of it....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Michelle Espinoza MD

Valerie Bertinelli Just Shared a High-Protein Appetizer, and Drew Barrymore Loves It

ClosePhoto:Bertinelli:Unique Nicole/ StringerRecipe: Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker VinesAs the newest addition to the “Drew Crew,” Valerie Bertinelli is already making regular appearances onThe Drew Barrymore Show—and we love it. The first recipe she shared on this season of the talk show is actually an appetizer that’s on the regular rotation whenever Bertinelli’s family comes to visit.“These are shrimp lettuce cups,” Bertinelli shares at the start of her demonstration in a recent episode....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1876 words · Tiffany Torres

Valerie Bertinelli Just Shared a Sneak Peek of Her New Cookbook, and We're Running to Preorder

Close Photo:Nathan Congleton/NBC/Getty Images Nathan Congleton/NBC/Getty Images There’s so many anticipated cookbooks and memoirs (hey, Ina!) set to be on shelves in 2024, and Valerie Bertinelli’s next release is a prime example of both. Her new book,Indulge, will include a collection of 100 recipes as well as personal essays. “I wroteIndulgein this last year or so of healing, while looking for and finding my true self,” Bertinelli writes in the caption of her Instagram post....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 273 words · Nicholas Walton

Valerie Bertinelli Just Shared a Yummy 4-Ingredient Anti-Inflammatory Dessert

Photo: Nathan Congleton/NBC/Getty Images If there’s anyone we trust to give us a classic recipe that they’ve been enjoying for years, it’s Valerie Bertinelli. We loved herfavorite old-fashioned snack, and now the actor andFood Networkhost has another simple recipe to share. In a recent Instagram post, Bertinelli shared an easy dessert that only takes four ingredients to make. It’s customizable, tasty and may even help reduce inflammation. Here’s what she had to say about her go-to cold dessert....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Joseph Johnson

Valerie Bertinelli Just Told Us Her Favorite 4-Ingredient No-Cook Meal Featuring Trader Joe's Staples

Close Photo:Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images AtEatingWell, we’re clearly big fans of Valerie Bertinelli. From supporting her anti-diet culture messaging to loving her easy recipes (like thisone-pot lasagnashe made for Drew Barrymore), we can’t get enough of the cookbook author and host. So we were excited to see that Bertinelli created a spatula design forWilliams Sonoma’s “Tools for Change” campaign, where 30% of proceeds raised from the line’s sales go to No Kid Hungry, a nonprofit working to end childhood hunger....

January 18, 2025 · 5 min · 1003 words · Terri Soto

Valerie Bertinelli Shares Her Journey with Health and Weight Loss: "It Is Not About the Number on the Scale"

Most folks have probably dealt with negative body image at one time or another, which is why we always appreciate it when a celebrity gets candid about their relationship to food and self-esteem. Whether it’s Jonah Hillsharing his experience with therapyor Lizzoencouraging body positivity, hearing someone with a big platform be honest about their health journey can make all of us feel a little less alone.Dominik Bindl/Getty ImagesValerie Bertinelli definitely warmed some hearts this week when she took to Instagram to share an update about how she’s prioritizing her mental and emotional health over her weight these days—and fans are thanking her for her honesty....

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2176 words · Rodney David

Valerie Bertinelli's Current Favorite Snack Is Packed with 10 Grams of Protein

Photo:Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty ImagesWe’re always tuning in to Valerie Bertinelli’s Instagram, where she sharesinsights on her health journeyand her favorite healthy foods, includingdesserts. One of her latest Instagram posts reflects on her wellness while recommending a satisfying snack.“As you all know—if you’ve followed me the last year or so—I’m doing my best to feel my feelings these days and not numb them or ignore them with food or alcohol,” the actor andFood Networkhost writes in the caption of her post....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1623 words · Dean Jenkins

Valerie Bertinelli's Favorite Vinaigrette Is So Good, It Makes Me Want a Salad Every Day

CloseSinceinterviewing Valerie Bertinelli back in July, I’ve been thinking about all of the delicious recipes she talked about in our conversation. From chocolate-covered dates to her favorite Trader Joe’s pantry dinner, I couldn’t wait to start trying out her go-to dishes.I wanted to start off simple, so I tried her vinaigrette recipe that she raved over. For a quick and easy side dish, Bertinelli uses this homemade vinaigrette to dress sliced vegetables for a gorgeous coating....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1808 words · Brent Santos

Vallery Lomas

Title:ContributorLocation:New York, New YorkEducation:B.A. in Psychology, University of Southern California; J.D., USC Gould School of LawExpertise:Baking, Southern cuisine- Cookbook author of Life Is What You Bake It- Winner of The Great American Baking Show, Season 4ExperienceVallery Lomas is a cookbook author and blogger who is best known for winning Season 4 of The Great American Baking Show. She has appeared on the Today show, Live with Kelly & Ryan and the History Channel....

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 652 words · Jonathan Moore

Vanessa Barrington

Title:Contributing WriterEducation:B.S. in Marketing/Communications, San Francisco State UniversityLocation:San Francisco, CaliforniaExpertise:Marketing and communications, recipe development, farmers’ marketsVanessa Barrington is a food writer, recipe developer, communications specialist and farmers’ market enthusiast. Vanessa wrote the cookbookDIY Deliciousand co-wroteHeirloom Beanswith Steve Sando of Rancho Gordo. Her writing has appeared onThe Kitchn,Grist,EcoSalon,Civil EatsandOakland Local. Vanessa has worked in marketing for Whole Foods, Haven B Media and Save the Bay. She is currently director of communications for Justice in Aging....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Michael Williams

Vanessa Chiasson

Title:Contributing Writer Location:Ottawa, Ontario Education:B.A in Political Science and History, Queen’s University Expertise:Canadian travel, Canadian food, community supported agriculture (CSA) subscriptions, home gardening, ice wine, botrytis wine- Member of the Travel Media Association of Canada and Canadian Freelance Guild Experience In the industry since 2012, Vanessa coaches writers from all backgrounds, areas of focus and experience levels on developing business strategies that support their artistic endeavors. An experienced presenter, she’s brought her passion for travel and writing to more than two dozen television and conference appearances....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 216 words · James Russell

Vanessa Rissetto M.S., RD, CDN

Title:Contributor Location:New York, New York Education:B.A. in History, Fordham University; M.S. in Interactive and Direct Marketing, New York University Expertise:Nutrition, weight management, accessible health care- CEO and co-founder of Culina Health website- Expert in fields of nutrition and weight management Experience Vanessa Rissetto, M.S., RD, CDN, is a registered dietitian and writer in the fields of nutrition and weight management. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Healthline, Verywell Fit, Bon Appétit, Well + Good, InStyle and other publications and websites....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 277 words · Suzanne Wilson

Vanilla Cake

Close Prep Time:25 minsAdditional Time:35 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:16Yield:16 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts Prep Time:25 minsAdditional Time:35 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:16Yield:16 servings Prep Time:25 mins Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time:35 mins Additional Time: 35 mins Total Time:1 hr Total Time: 1 hr Servings:16 Servings: 16 Yield:16 servings Yield: 16 servings Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients¾cupfat-free milk¼cupbutter1vanilla bean3eggs, room temperature1 ¼cupssugar (see Tip)1 ½cupsall-purpose flour1 ½teaspoonsbaking powder¼teaspoonsalt1 ½teaspoonsvanilla extract...

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Jenny Turner