Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello

Season 8

Pro chef Michael Chiarello helps viewers to cook like gourmets and still take the stress out of entertaining.

Where to Watch Season 8

13 Episodes

  • Red, White & Blue Grill
    E1
    Red, White & Blue GrillCelebrate a patriotic holiday or a returning soldier with this all American outdoor summer meal. It’s got grilled red wine burgers, creamy white potato salad and fresh blue blackberry tart in a menu that does everything but stand up and salute the flag!
  • Ice Cream Lawn Party
    E2
    Ice Cream Lawn PartyMichael's planning an old-fashioned ice cream social with the best summer desserts and your favorite lawn games to keep everyone busy.
  • Egg-ceptional Breakfast Bar
    E3
    Egg-ceptional Breakfast BarWho says you have to go to a fancy restaurant to put together your favorite brunch? Guests at this party get to build their own omelets served alongside a cocktail with a kick. Recipes: Build-your-own omelets with Michael's Classic Omelet Technique and omelet fillings: Mariano's Caponata Agridolce, Spinaci alla Padella, Grilled Red Onion, Salami Bits, Artisan Cheese Board, Strawberry Stove-Top Preserves with toast, Espresso Martini.
  • My First Dinner Party
    E4
    My First Dinner PartyMichael's step-by-step guide for the novice cook and first-time dinner party host, with clever tips for cooking with few pans and even less money. It's both easy and elegant. Recipes: Tri-Color Salad With Fricco Crackers and Caesar "Vinaigrette," "Lunch Bag" Swordfish With Mediterranean Tomato Sauce and Linguini, Panna Cotta With Honey.
  • Trip to the Caribbean
    E5
    Trip to the CaribbeanTake a trip to the islands with a Caribbean-inspired meal of jerk chicken and other tropical delicacies. Recipes: Grilled Mahi Mahi with Jerk Spice, Island-style Rice and Beans, Papaya and Avocado Salad, Batido Colada.
  • Grilling by the Pool
    E6
    Grilling by the PoolWhat's more glamorous than a summer night party around the pool? Especially when you serve scrumptious grilled hors d'oeuvres like grilled asparagus and sizzling shrimp cocktail.
  • Healthy and Happy
    E7
    Healthy and HappyIt’s a heart healthy, slim-down menu that’s so good, no one will feel deprived--not with a creamy yogurt soup and a big plate of pasta loaded with veggies. Good, and good for you.
  • California Here I Come
    E8
    California Here I ComeIn the '70s and early '80s, Northern California spawned a new wave in cooking fresh, regional ingredients, and Michael was part of the movement making it happen. He treats us to a meal featuring California classic ingredients like goat cheese and heirloom tomatoes.
  • Skewer This
    E9
    Skewer ThisA grill-your-own party as Michael sets out the fixings for his famous spiedini. We even skewer fresh fruit on cinnamon flavored sticks.
  • It's All There
    E10
    It's All ThereWhen friends gather at the last minute, Michael still has what it takes to put on a fabulous party. He stages a pantry raid. Using just what's on hand in the cupboards, he throws together a meal with lots of flavor and no fuss!
  • Gift Wrapping Lunch
    E11
    Gift Wrapping LunchCelebrate the Season with a gift wrapping party and come away with a gift you can make yourself. Michael cooks an easy lunch for his guests that includes an easy food gift. Wrap up the holidays in style!
  • Cool Weather Comfort
    E12
    Cool Weather ComfortWhen it’s cold outside, warm up inside with a comfort meal of lemon pork and creamy apple sauce. The perfect warm dinner on a blustery day.
  • Italian Comfort Foods
    E13
    Italian Comfort FoodsClassic American comfort food comes with an Italian accent when Michael makes his versions of home-style favorites such as meatloaf, mashed potatoes and pancakes.

 

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