Recipes by Chef Michael Chiarello
Our recipes by celebrity chef Michael Chiarello are from his specialty in Italian-influenced California cuisine, and also his partnership with Progresso Soup to share at-home cooking tips.
Cooking the Italian Way: Inspired by Chef Michael Chiarello
Chef Michael Chiarello was a competitor on Iron Chef in 2013. Since then, his fans have watched him on Top Chef Masters, the Food Network, Fine Living Network, and PBS. He’s an Emmy Award winner and award-winning author, and was the owner of Coqueta, a tapas restaurant on San Francisco’s waterfront.
Known for his rustic-meets-refined approach to California-Italian cooking, Chiarello taught us that food isn’t just about ingredients; it’s about connection — to the seasons, to the people at our table, and to the joy of slowing down with a glass of wine while something wonderful bubbles away.
In this collection, you’ll discover kitchen inspiration that makes it easy to bring a little Napa warmth to your own kitchen. These dishes remind us that the best meals are equal parts flavor and heart.
Unfortunately, chef Michael Chiarello died on October 6, 2023, from an allergic reaction that caused anaphylactic shock and then a heart attack.
Recipes by Chef Michael Chiarello
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How to Cook a Turkey in the Oven to Be Oh-So Moist
Chef Chiarello teaches how to cook a turkey like a pro with the same results they get with a steam oven! Prinable step-by-step instructions.
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How to Make Turkey Gravy from Drippings That Turns Out Perfectly
Chef Michael Chiarello teaches how to make turkey gravy from drippings that is silky smooth. Video and step-by-step instructions.
Want more Michael Chiarello recipes? Try his cookbooks.
Autographed Live Fire Cookbook (Used Copy)
Since Chef Ciarello passed away on October 6, 2023, this signed copy of his Live Fire cookbook is a real keepsake.
Bottega Italian Flavors Cookbook
Chiarello’s cookbook is inspired by the soulful Southern Italian-style menu at his new Napa Valley restaurant, Bottega.
With more than 120 photographs that convey the Bottega experience & 100 amazing recipes designed for the home cook to have as much easy joy cooking as eating.

Easy Entertaining 50 Recipe Card Deck
From the kitchen of celebrated chef and television host Michael Chiarello, the 50 deliciously simple recipes in this deck are sure to spice up any gathering.
From crispy Sausage-Stuffed Olives to scrumptious Chocolate Paninifriends and family will be coming back for seconds, or thirds.
Michael Chiarello’s Flavored Oils and Vinegars
These 100 innovative recipes for both making and using flavored oils and vinegars capture the essence of herbs, fruits, vegetables, and spices.
Please note that this combines two classic books that you may already have: Flavored Oils and Flavored Vinegars.



