Season 9, Episode 11

Ante Up

Valerie Bertinelli loves a competitive game night at home, and this time she's going all out by matching her menu to the games for her husband, Tom, and their friends. On the sweet side, she makes Red and Black Checkerboard Cookies. Her savory snacks include Bacon and Artichoke Hearts Lavash Flatbread, “Bettor” Butter Lettuce Salad with Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette and Part-Cheesy Twists, and she makes a batch of Gin Rummy Cocktails to keep spirits high.

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Recipes From This Episode

Gin Rummy Cocktail

Red and Black Checkerboard Cookies

"Bettor" Butter Lettuce Salad with Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette

Bacon and Artichoke Hearts Lavash Flatbread

Part-Cheesy Twists

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