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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 3 - Pizza Party! Everyone's Tossing
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    #1 - Pizza Party! Everyone's Tossing

    S1:E3

    Valerie Bertinelli invites her family over for dinner, and since they all like different things, Do-It-Yourself Personal Pizzas with Homemade Pizza Dough are sure to please all! With Kale Chips Three Ways as an appetizer, Pesto Sauce, Sneaky Salad, Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Parfaits, and a kid-friendly Watermelon Spritz, there is something for everyone.

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  2. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 4 - Bootcamp Brunch
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    #2 - Bootcamp Brunch

    S1:E4

    After a harsh bootcamp workout in the park, Valerie Bertinelli invites her buds and trainer for brunch that is all about being healthy with a big dose of indulgence, but never guilt! A Kale and Quinoa Salad, Cherry-Coconut Scuffins, Leftover Veggie Frittata, and Open-Faced Avocado Toast are all perfect on any brunch table! Valerie's Blueberry Smoothie tops it all off.

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  3. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 5 - Grillin' and Chillin' with the Family
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    #3 - Grillin' and Chillin' with the Family

    S1:E5

    Valerie Bertinelli celebrates her casual California cuisine with a backyard barbecue inspired by a trip to the farmers' market, with Dom's Salsa and Guacamole, Angela's Roasted Corn and Bean Salad, Tom's Spicy Margarita with Jalapeno and Ginger, and Barbecue Chicken Kabobs with Tequila Lime Cilantro. And for dessert, Lynn's Sick Brownie Bites.

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  4. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 7 - Last-Minute Dinner Guests
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    #4 - Last-Minute Dinner Guests

    S1:E7

    Last-minute dinner plans never scare Valerie Bertinelli. She shares her tips for a quick and easy meal for friends and serves up her Crazy Easy Quickbread, Sliced Cauliflower Steaks with Raisins and Pine Nuts, and Baked Salmon with Honey Mustard Sauce.

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  5. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 8 - Valerie Gives Back
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    #5 - Valerie Gives Back

    S1:E8

    After a morning spent at an adoption event for homeless animals, Valerie Bertinelli uses new and old family recipes to throw a sparkling cocktail party for her fellow volunteers, serving Pureed Artichoke Crostini with Lime Salt, Mint Cucumber Soup, Italian Finger Sandwiches and Deviled Eggs Three Ways.

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  6. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 1 Episode 9 - Football Fun and Food
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    #6 - Football Fun and Food

    S1:E9

    Valerie Bertinelli invites her family over for football, fun and lots of food, Cajun-style. Valerie serves her Quickest Gumbo Ever, alongside a fresh Spring Salad. Red Pepper Hummus is on the menu and Valerie pays tribute to her father-in-law with her take on a Sicilian Love Cake.

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  7. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 1 - Poker Night
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    #7 - Poker Night

    S2:E1

    It's poker night, and Valerie Bertinelli and her husband, Tom, are joined by their friends: actor Michael Burger, Food Network's Duff Goldman, and TV producer Jenny Johnson. She's got the perfect full house of a menu with Southwestern Eggrolls with Salsa, retro Teriyaki Rumaki, an Orzo, Grape Tomatoes and Radish Salad, and Apple, Ham and Cheddar Sliders.

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  8. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 2 - Thanksgiving: The Perfect Bite!
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    #8 - Thanksgiving: The Perfect Bite!

    S2:E2

    Valerie Bertinelli and her best gals are getting together to give thanks for each other before heading off for their family celebrations.

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  9. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 3 - Fab Dinner for My Fab Friends!
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    #9 - Fab Dinner for My Fab Friends!

    S2:E3

    November 28, 2015 Food Network Valerie Bertinelli and her girlfriends always celebrate their birthdays at a restaurant, but now Valerie is surprising them with a home-cooked meal! On the menu are Mixed Baby Greens with Crispy Polenta Croutons, an elegant Peppered Beef Tenderloin with horseradish Panna Cotta and a fresh take on a Blueberry Tart.

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  10. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 4 - Italian Dinner for a French Chef
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    #10 - Italian Dinner for a French Chef

    S2:E4

    Valerie Bertinelli creates a five-star Italian dinner for French chef Ludo Lefebvre and his wife, Krissy. On the menu are Italian Panzanella, Corn and Cauliflower with Bourbon-Infused Butter, Branzino baked with a Gremolata and Butter-Infused Bourbon Manhattans.

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  11. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 5 - After the Ball Is Over
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    #11 - After the Ball Is Over

    S2:E5

    Valerie Bertinelli resolves to kick off the New Year right with foods that are filling but not fattening, so she starts her day with a flavorful Vegetable and Egg White Breakfast Fajita. After a hike with her friend, actress Mackenzie Phillips, they prepare a tasty grilled Chicken Salad with Apples and Grapes in Lettuce Cups. Then, for dinner, it's Grilled Chicken Veggie Soup and Mini Pear Compote Crumble with Maple Yogurt.

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  12. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 6 - It's a Honey-Do Day
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    #12 - It's a Honey-Do Day

    S2:E6

    Valerie Bertinelli's husband, Tom, completes a long list of chores and is rewarded with his favorite dishes, starting with his favorite Eggs Benedict, made Valerie's way! Then, she preps a Prosciutto Bruschetta, and for dinner, it's Spicy Coconut Shrimp and a unique butterscotch version of an Italian Love Cake.

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  13. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 7 - Lazy Sunday Dinner
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    #13 - Lazy Sunday Dinner

    S2:E7

    Valerie Bertinelli and her husband, Tom, are creating a lazy Sunday meal that allows them to use up food in their fridge and pantry in order to save time and money. They entertain some good friends with a menu that includes Pa V's Pot Roast with veggies and potatoes, Green Beans with Shallots, and Stuffed Mushrooms.

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  14. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 8 - Chick Flick TV Marathon
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    #14 - Chick Flick TV Marathon

    S2:E8

    Valerie Bertinelli prepares a couch-friendly menu for a night of marathon TV-watching with her friend, actress Faith Ford. On the menu, there's Marinated Cucumber Salad, hearty slow-cooked Red Beans and Rice with Homemade Rosemary Pepper Crackers, and of course frosted Classic Gooey Brownies for dessert!

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  15. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 9 - Big Game, Big Flavors!
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    #15 - Big Game, Big Flavors!

    S2:E9

    Football is king, but Valerie Bertinelli is queen of the halftime eats! Her family and friends are over to watch the game, so she's making Italian Slow-Cooked Beef Sandwiches served with a Giardiniera Aioli and an Italian-style fennel Cole Slaw.

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  16. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 10 - Wolfie's Home!
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    #16 - Wolfie's Home!

    S2:E10

    Valerie Bertinelli celebrates her son Wolf's return after months of touring by making his favorite foods for him and his best friend since childhood. She creates a meal of Pasta e Fagioli, Thursday Turkey Meatloaf, Roasted Broccoli Rabe and Wolf's favorite dessert: a luscious Pumpkin Pudding.

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  17. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 11 - A Very Valerie Valentine's Day
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    #17 - A Very Valerie Valentine's Day

    S2:E11

    It's Valentine's Day, so Valerie Bertinelli's making Chocolate Walnut Scuffins for a sweet start to her day with her husband, Tom. After he surprises her with a Margarita tree, there's dinner of Fennel Salad with Goat Cheese and Pine Nuts followed by Spaghetti with Onion, Bacon and Tomato.

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  18. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 12 - My Favorite Indulgences
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    #18 - My Favorite Indulgences

    S2:E12

    While her husband and son are away, Valerie Bertinelli treats herself to a day of comfort and ease with all the foods she loves most. There's Blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives and a perfect Martini, Pasta alla Vongole with Roasted Asparagus, and Mushrooms with Spicy Chili Salt.

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  19. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 2 Episode 13 - Mighty Neighborly of You
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    #19 - Mighty Neighborly of You

    S2:E13

    Valerie Bertinelli preps a special meal to take to her neighbors to thank them for all the times they've taken care of her dog, picked up her mail and brought in packages.

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  20. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 2 - Just Me and My Boys
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    #20 - Just Me and My Boys

    S3:E2

    Valerie Bertinelli loves her many family traditions, but it's never too late to start a new one! To honor some of the special men in her life -- her son Wolf, husband Tom and brother Patrick -- Valerie creates new family favorites: Chipotle Burgers with homemade Barbecue Sauce, Spinach Salad topped with a Warm Bacon Dressing, and her Mom's Onion Rings served with a refreshing Ginger Beer Drink.

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  21. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 3 - Too Hot to Cook
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    #21 - Too Hot to Cook

    S3:E3

    Valerie Bertinelli and her buddy Faith Ford love to cook and test out recipes. Today, it's Valerie's turn, but it's just too hot to cook! She decides to keeps things cool with a deliciously decadent Lobster Club Sandwich, Savory Refrigerator Pickle Spears, a Classic Greek Salad, a Honey-Citrus Southern Iced Tea, and a unique recipe for Microwave Potato Chips. For dessert, she makes a fresh take on Lemon Icebox Cake.

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  22. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 4 - Stress-Free Summer Fiesta!
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    #22 - Stress-Free Summer Fiesta!

    S3:E4

    Valerie Bertinelli is reprising an all-girls meet-and-greet tradition to introduce her friends, singer Michelle Branch and lawyer Krissy Lefebvre to some of her other gal pals, writer Kelly Oxford and actress Melissa Peterman. She plans a stress-free summertime bash starting with a trip to her local market, then prepares a menu featuring Queso Fundido, a Fix-it-Yourself Catfish Taco Bar, Jalapeno Ranch Slaw and a delicious Watermelon Cocktail!

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  23. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 6 - Everything Retro is New Again
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    #23 - Everything Retro is New Again

    S3:E6

    Valerie Bertinelli and her husband, Tom, love to reminisce about old times, but like all long-term relationships and old-school recipes, there comes a time to give them a little update! On the menu is Chopped Iceberg Salad with Roquefort Dressing, Tuna Noodle Casserole, and a new take on an old favorite, Valerie's mother's Cherry Cheesecake Pie.

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  24. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 7 - Bang for Your Buck Barbecue
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    #24 - Bang for Your Buck Barbecue

    S3:E7

    After Valerie Bertinelli and her husband, Tom, accidentally double-book friends over for dinner, Valerie saves the day by inviting both couples over for a casual backyard barbecue -- delicious, easy and one of the most cost-effective ways to entertain. She whips up Lacquered Barbecue Grilled Chicken, Baked Beans with Brown Sugar and Bacon, Grilled Vegetable Kabobs and a refreshing Lemon-Basil Granita.

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  25. Valerie's Home Cooking Season 3 Episode 8 - Bacon, Bacon, Bacon: Bacon Makes Everything Better!
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    #25 - Bacon, Bacon, Bacon: Bacon Makes Everything Better!

    S3:E8

    Valerie Bertinelli's longtime friend, Jo Stougaard - a food blogger and major authority on the deliciousness of bacon - is coming over, so Valerie's bringing her "A" game with an all-bacon menu!

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Pizza Party! Everyone's Tossing" is the worst rated episode of "Valerie's Home Cooking". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/22/2015. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Bootcamp Brunch".