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Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello Episodes
Season 8, Episode 1
Red, White & Blue Grill
Celebrate 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!
Season 8, Episode 2
Ice Cream Lawn Party
Michael's planning an old-fashioned ice cream social with the best summer desserts and your favorite lawn games to keep everyone busy.
Season 8, Episode 3
Egg-ceptional Breakfast Bar
Who 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.
Season 8, Episode 4
My First Dinner Party
Michael'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.
Season 8, Episode 5
Trip to the Caribbean
Take 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.
Season 8, Episode 6
Grilling by the Pool
What'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.
Season 8, Episode 7
Healthy and Happy
It’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.
Season 8, Episode 8
California Here I Come
In 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.
Season 8, Episode 9
Skewer This
A grill-your-own party as Michael sets out the fixings for his famous spiedini. We even skewer fresh fruit on cinnamon flavored sticks.
Season 8, Episode 10
It's All There
When 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!
Season 8, Episode 11
Gift Wrapping Lunch
Celebrate 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!
Season 8, Episode 12
Cool Weather Comfort
When 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.
Season 8, Episode 13
Italian Comfort Foods
Classic 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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