Ep 32. Valerie Bertinelli Is in the Kitchen With Three Super-Easy Slow Cooker Dishes, Like Sloppy Joes and a Pasta Bake!

Valerie Bertinelli, the famous American actress, and television personality, is heading over to Rachael Ray's kitchen to share her expertise and love for slow cooking. On this episode of Rachael Ray season 12, episode 32, Valerie takes us on a journey of slow-cooked comfort foods, including Sloppy Joes and Pasta Bake.

Valerie starts off with an easy-to-follow recipe for slow cooker Sloppy Joes. This classic and beloved dish is given a twist with Valerie's secret ingredient, which adds a tangy sweetness to the meat. Rachael joins in to help prepare the dish, and they talk about how the slow cooker makes meal prepping hassle-free.

Moving on, Valerie shares her recipe for Slow Cooker Pesto-Ravioli Casserole. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to put a hearty and delicious meal on the table with minimal effort. The dish is bursting with flavors of pesto, mushrooms, and juicy tomatoes that meld together beautifully in the slow cooker.

In the final segment, Valerie prepares a Slow Cooker Chicken and Sausage Cacciatore, an Italian classic that is easy to make and even easier to enjoy. As the aroma of the dish fills the kitchen, Rachael and Valerie discuss the versatility of the slow cooker, which makes it convenient for people who want to eat healthy, families with busy schedules, or just about anyone who likes to cook.

Throughout the episode, Rachael and Valerie share their love for food and cooking and inspire viewers to try new recipes and techniques to spice up their mealtime routine. With her warm personality and charismatic presence, Valerie makes cooking with the slow cooker seem effortless and fun. No matter your level of culinary expertise, this episode promises to be a treat for your taste buds and your soul. So, join Rachael and Valerie in the kitchen for a slow-cooked feast that is sure to impress.