C.V. Wood Jr.’s World
Championship Chili
Would you have guessed that the first recipe to run in PEOPLE would be for chili? C.V. Wood Jr. might not be a name you recognize now, but he was the winner of the International Chili Society’s cook-off in 1974.
Rocky Aoki’s Benihana Steak Recipe
Nothing says “seventies kitsch” like a meal from Benihana. After the hibachi-happy chain celebrated a decade in business, PEOPLE shared the recipe for Japanese steak, which is served with a special mustard sauce.
The Queen of Creole Cuisine’s Redfish Courtbouillon
Even before they loomed large on channels like the Food Network, famous chefs have always had a home in PEOPLE’s pages. Ella Brennan was part of the family that owned Brennan’s in New Orleans, and she went on to open the now-legendary Commander’s Palace. Redfish courtbouillon is a Louisiana specialty, and Brennan’s version is still a classic.
Hemingway’s Granddaughter’s
Favorite Picnic
Joan “Muffet” Hemingway, granddaughter to Ernest Hemingway, was a 1970s food personality: She studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and wrote a cookbook called The Picnic Gourmet. PEOPLE took Muffet out for a picnic (a “moveable feast,” get it?) and she shared her recipe for this four-bean salad, which was adapted from a family friend.
Fish in Cream amp Cognac from
Alice’s Restaurant
While the famed restaurant from Arlo Guthrie‘s 1967 song had gone through many iterations by the time this recipe ran in PEOPLE, it doesn’t take away from just how good the poached fish in cream sauce is.
Luciano Pavarotti’s Blue Cheese
amp Butter Sauce
As part of a story about celebrities getting back in the kitchen, which included Emmylou Harris, Suzanne Somers and Billy Crystal, among others, PEOPLE published Pavarotti‘s favorite blue cheese and butter sauce for pasta. Sadly, the famous tenor had given it up in an attempt to be more health-conscious.
George Harrison’s Lentil Soup
In the early 1980s, the rock-and-roll lifestyle often included good food. PEOPLE ran a profile on Mary Frampton and her cookbook of her musician friends’ favorite recipes. Not only did this issue include Harrison‘s soup recipe, but also one of the Bee Gees‘s favorite Yorkshire pudding recipes.
Cheryl Tiegs’s Oriental Pudding
We’re betting that if this recipe ran in the pages of PEOPLE today, it would have a slightly different name. However, this trailblazing tofu-based pudding hinted at the health-food craze that would come to characterize the eighties.
Fudge from the Brigittine Monastery
A monastery that supports itself by making amazingly delicious fudge: It’s a story that’s seems tailor-made for PEOPLE’s human-interest pages. We can’t help but wonder whether it’s the rule of silence in the kitchen or the homemade marshmallow cream that made this candy taste so divine.
Nora Ephron’s Key Lime Pie
Some may remember the unfaithful husband who got a pie to his face in Nora Ephron‘s movie Heartburn. As a sidebar to an article about marital troubles, the director shared her own recipe for the dessert.
Oprah Winfrey’s Un-Fried Chicken
When Oprah Winfrey‘s chef Rosie Daley published a cookbook of the television host’s favorite dishes, it became so popular that stores struggled to keep it in stock. This baked chicken recipe comes from her book and uses yogurt in place of oil.
Suzanne Somers’s Chicken Piccata
Who knew that Suzanne Somers had grown up loving to cook? The actress and fitness guru used to read cookbooks before bed, and started helping out in the kitchen as a young girl. And this chicken piccata recipe is one of her staples.
Jacques Pepin’s Buche de Noel
Pepin shared this recipe as part of PEOPLE’s first-ever Home Entertaining issue. A traditional Yule log cake might be time consuming to make, but since this one involves a vanilla-bourbon buttercream, we think it’s well worth the effort
Matt Damon’s Saffron Risotto with Steamed Asparagus
When Matt Damon needed to slim down for The Bourne Identity, he hired personal chef Alex Hilebronner to help him reach his goal weight. The star raved about her risotto, saying, “I can’t believe I can eat this!”
George Foreman’s Curried Salmon
You might be expecting steak to go with a story about George Foreman and his grilling empire. But this curried salmon is a fitting choice to highlight his commitment to healthy eating.
Rachael Ray’s Quick Tiramisu
As part of 2004’s 50 Most Beautiful People issue, Ray shared this dessert recipe with PEOPLE. It’s fast, straightforward and epitomizes the star’s unpretentious cooking style.
Maya Angelou’s Buttermilk Biscuits
In honor of the holidays, PEOPLE’s Family Celebrations issue shared traditional recipes from several celebrities. These buttermilk biscuits came from Maya Angelou‘s cookbook Hallelujah! The Welcome Table.
Emeril Lagasse’s Applesauce
Though he’s usually known for his big flavors and beloved Creole recipes, Lagasse is also a father of four and has published three children’s cookbooks. The chef shared a simple, kid-friendly applesauce recipe for a special PEOPLE issue about celebrity babies.
Martina McBride’s Lemon-Ginger Cheesecake
For this country special issue, Martina McBride shared a behind the scenes look at her home and her vintage dishware collection. But we were most excited to see this dessert recipe, which she makes for pals like Tim McGraw and Faith Hill.
Ashley Tisdale’s Candy Cane Sugar Cookies
Even celebrities can’t resist Christmas cookies. The High School Musical star shared a beloved family recipe for a special section of PEOPLE.
Gordon Ramsay’s Sticky Lemon Chicken
The best thing about this delicious chicken recipe from the Hell’s Kitchen host is that it doesn’t require any special gadgets or ingredients. It’s an easy-to-make crowd pleaser – a.k.a. the holy grail of dinner.
Faith Hill’s Coca-Cola Cake amp Frosting
Hill talked to PEOPLE about baking cookies and other holiday traditions she shares with husband Tim McGraw and her three daughters. She also shared this sweet, Southern-inflected dessert recipe for a cake and frosting made with Coca-Cola.
Make Your Own Girl Scout Cookies
As part of a country special issue, PEOPLE shared recipes for make-at-home versions of three popular Girl Scout cookies – Do-Si-Dos, Samoas and Thin Mints. They’re perfect for those times when you’ve depleted your stash for the season, but it’s too early to order more.
Eva Longoria’s Guacamole
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, Eva Longoria shared her guacamole recipe from Beso, the now-shuttered restaurant she owned with chef Todd English. Longoria recommends pairing her dip with lime-flavored chips.
Tom Colicchio’s Meatloaf
Although he’s known for his elegant restaurant fare, turns out that Top Chef judge Tom Colicchio is also a master meatloaf maker. He makes this classic even better by adding dijon mustard and fresh oregano.
Sean Combs’s Chicken with Sweet Hickory Merlot Rosemary BBQ Sauce
Diddy served this sweet-meets-savory chicken at one of his legendary summer parties in the Hamptons where guests were required to wear all white attire. Let’s hope he offered plenty of wet wipes on the side.
Julia Child’s Quiche Au Roquefort
To celebrate the release of Julie amp Julia, Julie Powell, who wrote the book the movie was based on, shared one of Child‘s most foolproof recipes. This foodie film is worth a rewatch, preferably with a slice of quiche in hand.
Elizabeth Hurley’s Pork Chops
amp Baked Apples
We’ve always loved finding out which celebs are secret foodies, like the glamorous Hurley, who lives on a farm in the English countryside. She loves to make these pork chops with brown sugar, sage and white wine, and serves them with baked apples for a classic pairing.
B. Smith’s Biscuit Bread Pudding
What better recipe for a New Year’s issue of PEOPLE than this cozy and comforting biscuit bread pudding? Model and restaurateur B. Smith‘s version includes a wintry mix of cinnamon, raisins and caramel sauce.
Robert DeNiro’s Marinated
Chicken Alla Griglia
The Oscar-winning actor can’t take “all” the credit for this delicious chicken recipe with rosemary and white wine. He got some help from chef Andrew Carmellini, his co-owner at Locanda Verde restaurant in N.Y.C.
Dr. Oz’s Spicy Chili
Nothing’s better on a cold winter evening than a bowl of spicy chili. Thanks to Dr. Oz‘s recipe you can feel a little less guilty about indulging since his low-fat version calls for lean ground turkey.
The Obamas’ Favorite
Grilled Chicken Tacos
POTUS and FLOTUS enjoyed this flavorful dish at Frontera Grill, the popular Chicago restaurant run by chef Rick Bayless. It’s easy to see why these tacos have earned the presidential seal of approval: They’re made with cinnamon and cloves and paired with a zesty tomatillo salsa.
Alma Wahlberg’s Macaroni Salad
Named for the matriarch of the Wahlberg family, this macaroni salad, which is made with red onion, bell peppers and parsley, is still one of her sons’ favorites. Chef Paul Wahlberg, who appears on the Walhburgers series with brothers Mark and Donnie, serves it at his other restaurant, Alma Nove.
Tina Knowles’s Cajun Green
Bean Stir-Fry
What’s the secret to making this green bean dish taste so good? (Beyoncé raves that they taste like steak.) Bacon, of course! They probably don’t count as healthy, but they’re so delicious that we don’t mind a bit.
Richard Gere’s Cinnamon Rolls
Not only is Gere an award-winning actor, he is also co-owner of a bed and breakfast in Bedford, New York. Guests enjoy these cinnamon rolls in the morning, which are easy to make thanks to a little help from frozen biscuit dough.
Paul McCartney’s Spinach Tart
While his late wife Linda McCartney might have been better known for her cooking, Paul McCartney is no slouch in the kitchen. He shared this simple spinach dish from his vegetarian cookbook with PEOPLE.
Trisha Yearwood’s Pecan Pie
What makes Trisha Yearwood‘s pecan pie better than the one you’ve made for years? She uses brown sugar in place of the more traditional corn syrup. The resulting molasses-rich flavor helps enhance the taste of the pecans.
Lisa Vanderpump’s Blackberry Cobbler
Most things about the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star might be over the top, but this cobbler recipe, which is on the menu at her West Hollywood restaurant Sur, is shockingly simple to make. Just don’t forget the ice cream.
George Clooney’s Casa Fresca Margarita
The newlywed star and co-founder of Casamigos Tequila knows a thing or two about getting his margaritas just right. This one is utterly refreshing, thanks to the addition of cucumber that helps balance out the mint and lime. Olé!
Drew Barrymore’s Halibut Milanese
In the Valentine’s Day issue of PEOPLE magazine, the actress and founder of Barrymore Wines served up one of her favorite fast dinner recipes for two—which she calls “love on a plate.”
Wolfgang Puck’s Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam
The chef of the Academy Awards’ Governors Ball shared the recipe for one of his most popular dishes of the night: warm and melty, sweet and savory, completely addictive grilled cheese sandwiches.
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Nigella Lawson’s Chocolate Nutella Brownies
We don’t know what we love more about the chef’s decadent chocolate brownies: That the recipe is only four ingredients (“[they’re] among my kitchen basics,” says Lawson) or that they come together in less than 30 minutes.
Floyd Cardoz’s Grilled Corn with Cotija and Cayenne
“It may sound like an odd combination, but it absolutely works. Sweet, spicy, salty and creamy,” the chef said of his outstanding summer recipe.
Chip & Joanna Gaines’ Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
The Fixer Upper stars—and owners of the newly opened Silos Baking Co. in Waco, Texas—shared one of their sweetest recipes exclusively with PEOPLE. Their easy method turns out a moist, chocolatey dessert that requires almost no work (thanks to boxed cake mix).
Randy Garutti and Mark Rosati’s Smoky Bacon ‘SmokeShack’ Cheeseburger
The coauthors of the official Shake Shack cookbook shared the fast food chain’s popular “SmokeShack” burger—a riff on the chain’s classic burger but topped with smoky bacon and cherry peppers instead of lettuce and tomato. The patty is topped with a slice of American cheese, smothered with their signature “ShackSauce” (a spicy mayo) and sandwiched between a toasted potato bun. Get the recipe HERE.
Flavored Ice Cubes
Say goodbye to watered-down drinks! As the sun melts these vibrant ice cubes, your cocktails (and mocktails) just get more and more flavorful. Try these 5 easy recipes featured in PEOPLE’s special Summer Grilling issue—and their party-ready pairings.
GINGER-CUCUMBER
Add ¼ cup thinly sliced seedless cucumbers to ice cube tray. Stir together 1 tbsp. grated ginger and 1 cup water; pour over cucumber, and freeze. Serve in a mojito.
PEACH BELLINI
In a blender, puree 4 peeled, pitted and sliced peaches, ¼ cup water and 2 tbsp. sugar. Pour mixture into ice cube tray; freeze. Serve with Champagne.
CHERRY LIMEADE
Fill tray halfway with maraschino cherry juice. Add a maraschino cherry in the center of each tray; freeze. Top with limeade; freeze again. Serve in seltzer water.
SPICY CELERY
In a blender, puree ¾ cup chopped celery and ½ cup water; strain. Fill trays with celery water; freeze. Top with 4 to 5 dashes of hot sauce; freeze again. Serve in Bloody Marys.
HONEY-LEMON
Dissolve ½ cup honey in 1 cup hot water; let cool. Stir in 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice and sliced lemon peel. Pour into tray; freeze. Serve with bourbon or iced tea.
Carla Hall’s Buffalo Chicken Burgers
For PEOPLE’s special Summer Grilling issue, The Chew cohost created a burger that was spicy, creamy and crunchy at the same time. Hall says that using half white meat and half dark meat gives this wing-inspired recipe (topped with a celery-blue cheese slaw!) the best texture. Get the recipe HERE.
Chris Bianco’s Pizza Dough & Tomato Sauce
“Chris will never tell you his pizza is the best. He’s very humble,” Kimmel told PEOPLE in our 2017 feature (photographed in the late-night host’s L.A. backyard—complete with an outdoor pizza oven!) about his friend, who released his first cookbook, Bianco, last year. “But I’ve eaten a lot pizza, and his is my favorite.” Kimmel, a pizza aficionado in his own right, adds:”I’ve learned a lot from him, one thing is to appreciate simplicity.” Get the recipes HERE.
Wylie Dufresne’s Pumpkin Spice Latte Donuts
The chef-owner of Du’s Donuts in Brooklyn is known for his proficiency and creativity in molecular gastronomy. But for this fall-themed treat, Dufresne took a much simpler and straight-forward approach—giving store-bought doughnuts a pumpkin spice latte makeover. See the 10-minute recipe below featured in PEOPLE.
2½ tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 cup granulated sugar
4 tsp. finely ground decaf espresso beans
Pinch of table salt
12 plain cake donuts
1. Stir together pumpkin pie spice, sugar, ground espresso and salt in a medium bowl until well-combined.
2. Microwave each donut on high for 10 seconds. Toss warm donuts in sugar mixture until well-coated.
Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie
Since her sweet potato pies first debuted at Walmart in 2015, they’ve been flying off the shelves, thanks in part to YouTube star James Wright Chanel’s viral ode to them. “Sweet potato pie is in my blood, and I’ve perfected it,” LaBelle told PEOPLE at the time. “When I do anything, especially cooking, it’s got to be quality. I’m not going to half step.” Get the recipe HERE.
Deb Perelman’s Parmesan Dutch Baby with Creamed Mushrooms
“A dutch baby is like a pancake or a crepe, but there’s no high-stakes flipping technique,” Smitten Kitchen blogger Deb Perelman says of this recipe featured in PEOPLE and in her new cookbook, Smitten Kitchen Every Day. “The oven does all the work, and you get all the credit.” Get the recipe HERE.
Chetna Makhan’s Masala Chai
The former Great British Baking Show contestant shared an aromatic Indian tea—flavored with a spice mix of ginger, cardamom and cloves—adapted from her cookbook Chai, Chaat & Chutney.
2 cups water
1 (1-in.-thick) piece fresh ginger, peeled and crushed
2 green cardamom pods
2 whole cloves
1½ tbsp. granulated sugar
2 regular-size black tea bags
2/3 cup whole milk
1. Combine water, ginger, cardamom pods and cloves in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in sugar, and add tea bags. Reduce heat to low, and cook until mixture darkens to a deep, strong color, about 2 minutes.
2. Stir in milk, and bring to a boil over medium. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until well infused, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour masala chai through a wire-mesh strainer into 2 cups; serve immediately.
Thomas Boemer’ Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese Loaded Sweet Potato Skins
The chef of Corner Table and Revival in Minneapolis originally created these monster finger foods for PEOPLE’s Super Bowl food special, but we think they deserve a spot on your menu all year round. If you’re running low on macaroni, use whatever small pasta you have in the pantry—like shells, cavatappi or wheels—that will fit inside the potato skins. Get the recipe HERE.
David Chang’s Bacon Fried Rice
In his new Netflix series Ugly Delicious, the celebrity chef devotes an entire episode to the popularity and orgins of Chinese fried rice. To celebrate the premiere of the food show, Chang shared his own version of the takeout classic, studded with salty, porky bacon and scrambled eggs. Get the recipe HERE.
November 5, 1974
C.V. Wood Jr.’s World
Championship Chili
Would you have guessed that the first recipe to run in PEOPLE would be for chili? C.V. Wood Jr. might not be a name you recognize now, but he was the winner of the International Chili Society’s cook-off in 1974.
February 24, 1975
Rocky Aoki’s Benihana Steak Recipe
Nothing says “seventies kitsch” like a meal from Benihana. After the hibachi-happy chain celebrated a decade in business, PEOPLE shared the recipe for Japanese steak, which is served with a special mustard sauce.
May 19, 1975
The Queen of Creole Cuisine’s Redfish Courtbouillon
Even before they loomed large on channels like the Food Network, famous chefs have always had a home in PEOPLE’s pages. Ella Brennan was part of the family that owned Brennan’s in New Orleans, and she went on to open the now-legendary Commander’s Palace. Redfish courtbouillon is a Louisiana specialty, and Brennan’s version is still a classic.
August 25, 1975
Hemingway’s Granddaughter’s
Favorite Picnic
Joan “Muffet” Hemingway, granddaughter to Ernest Hemingway, was a 1970s food personality: She studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and wrote a cookbook called The Picnic Gourmet. PEOPLE took Muffet out for a picnic (a “moveable feast,” get it?) and she shared her recipe for this four-bean salad, which was adapted from a family friend.
March 29, 1976
Fish in Cream amp Cognac from
Alice’s Restaurant
While the famed restaurant from Arlo Guthrie‘s 1967 song had gone through many iterations by the time this recipe ran in PEOPLE, it doesn’t take away from just how good the poached fish in cream sauce is.
October 15, 1979
Luciano Pavarotti’s Blue Cheese
amp Butter Sauce
As part of a story about celebrities getting back in the kitchen, which included Emmylou Harris, Suzanne Somers and Billy Crystal, among others, PEOPLE published Pavarotti‘s favorite blue cheese and butter sauce for pasta. Sadly, the famous tenor had given it up in an attempt to be more health-conscious.
May 26, 1980
George Harrison’s Lentil Soup
In the early 1980s, the rock-and-roll lifestyle often included good food. PEOPLE ran a profile on Mary Frampton and her cookbook of her musician friends’ favorite recipes. Not only did this issue include Harrison‘s soup recipe, but also one of the Bee Gees‘s favorite Yorkshire pudding recipes.
October 13, 1980
Cheryl Tiegs’s Oriental Pudding
We’re betting that if this recipe ran in the pages of PEOPLE today, it would have a slightly different name. However, this trailblazing tofu-based pudding hinted at the health-food craze that would come to characterize the eighties.
August 15, 1983
Fudge from the Brigittine Monastery
A monastery that supports itself by making amazingly delicious fudge: It’s a story that’s seems tailor-made for PEOPLE’s human-interest pages. We can’t help but wonder whether it’s the rule of silence in the kitchen or the homemade marshmallow cream that made this candy taste so divine.
August 18, 1986
Nora Ephron’s Key Lime Pie
Some may remember the unfaithful husband who got a pie to his face in Nora Ephron‘s movie Heartburn. As a sidebar to an article about marital troubles, the director shared her own recipe for the dessert.
May 16, 1994
Oprah Winfrey’s Un-Fried Chicken
When Oprah Winfrey‘s chef Rosie Daley published a cookbook of the television host’s favorite dishes, it became so popular that stores struggled to keep it in stock. This baked chicken recipe comes from her book and uses yogurt in place of oil.
April 21, 1997
Suzanne Somers’s Chicken Piccata
Who knew that Suzanne Somers had grown up loving to cook? The actress and fitness guru used to read cookbooks before bed, and started helping out in the kitchen as a young girl. And this chicken piccata recipe is one of her staples.
Winter 2000
Jacques Pepin’s Buche de Noel
Pepin shared this recipe as part of PEOPLE’s first-ever Home Entertaining issue. A traditional Yule log cake might be time consuming to make, but since this one involves a vanilla-bourbon buttercream, we think it’s well worth the effort
May 27, 2002
Matt Damon’s Saffron Risotto with Steamed Asparagus
When Matt Damon needed to slim down for The Bourne Identity, he hired personal chef Alex Hilebronner to help him reach his goal weight. The star raved about her risotto, saying, “I can’t believe I can eat this!”
April 28, 2003
George Foreman’s Curried Salmon
You might be expecting steak to go with a story about George Foreman and his grilling empire. But this curried salmon is a fitting choice to highlight his commitment to healthy eating.
May 10, 2004
Rachael Ray’s Quick Tiramisu
As part of 2004’s 50 Most Beautiful People issue, Ray shared this dessert recipe with PEOPLE. It’s fast, straightforward and epitomizes the star’s unpretentious cooking style.
Winter 2004
Maya Angelou’s Buttermilk Biscuits
In honor of the holidays, PEOPLE’s Family Celebrations issue shared traditional recipes from several celebrities. These buttermilk biscuits came from Maya Angelou‘s cookbook Hallelujah! The Welcome Table.
Summer 2006
Emeril Lagasse’s Applesauce
Though he’s usually known for his big flavors and beloved Creole recipes, Lagasse is also a father of four and has published three children’s cookbooks. The chef shared a simple, kid-friendly applesauce recipe for a special PEOPLE issue about celebrity babies.
Fall 2007
Martina McBride’s Lemon-Ginger Cheesecake
For this country special issue, Martina McBride shared a behind the scenes look at her home and her vintage dishware collection. But we were most excited to see this dessert recipe, which she makes for pals like Tim McGraw and Faith Hill.
November 21, 2007
Ashley Tisdale’s Candy Cane Sugar Cookies
Even celebrities can’t resist Christmas cookies. The High School Musical star shared a beloved family recipe for a special section of PEOPLE.
June 23, 2008
Gordon Ramsay’s Sticky Lemon Chicken
The best thing about this delicious chicken recipe from the Hell’s Kitchen host is that it doesn’t require any special gadgets or ingredients. It’s an easy-to-make crowd pleaser – a.k.a. the holy grail of dinner.
December 10, 2008
Faith Hill’s Coca-Cola Cake amp Frosting
Hill talked to PEOPLE about baking cookies and other holiday traditions she shares with husband Tim McGraw and her three daughters. She also shared this sweet, Southern-inflected dessert recipe for a cake and frosting made with Coca-Cola.
March 2009
Make Your Own Girl Scout Cookies
As part of a country special issue, PEOPLE shared recipes for make-at-home versions of three popular Girl Scout cookies – Do-Si-Dos, Samoas and Thin Mints. They’re perfect for those times when you’ve depleted your stash for the season, but it’s too early to order more.
April 27, 2009
Eva Longoria’s Guacamole
Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, Eva Longoria shared her guacamole recipe from Beso, the now-shuttered restaurant she owned with chef Todd English. Longoria recommends pairing her dip with lime-flavored chips.
May 11, 2009
Tom Colicchio’s Meatloaf
Although he’s known for his elegant restaurant fare, turns out that Top Chef judge Tom Colicchio is also a master meatloaf maker. He makes this classic even better by adding dijon mustard and fresh oregano.
June 29, 2009
Sean Combs’s Chicken with Sweet Hickory Merlot Rosemary BBQ Sauce
Diddy served this sweet-meets-savory chicken at one of his legendary summer parties in the Hamptons where guests were required to wear all white attire. Let’s hope he offered plenty of wet wipes on the side.
August 17, 2009
Julia Child’s Quiche Au Roquefort
To celebrate the release of Julie amp Julia, Julie Powell, who wrote the book the movie was based on, shared one of Child‘s most foolproof recipes. This foodie film is worth a rewatch, preferably with a slice of quiche in hand.
November 30, 2009
Elizabeth Hurley’s Pork Chops
amp Baked Apples
We’ve always loved finding out which celebs are secret foodies, like the glamorous Hurley, who lives on a farm in the English countryside. She loves to make these pork chops with brown sugar, sage and white wine, and serves them with baked apples for a classic pairing.
December 30, 2009
B. Smith’s Biscuit Bread Pudding
What better recipe for a New Year’s issue of PEOPLE than this cozy and comforting biscuit bread pudding? Model and restaurateur B. Smith‘s version includes a wintry mix of cinnamon, raisins and caramel sauce.
February 1, 2010
Robert DeNiro’s Marinated
Chicken Alla Griglia
The Oscar-winning actor can’t take “all” the credit for this delicious chicken recipe with rosemary and white wine. He got some help from chef Andrew Carmellini, his co-owner at Locanda Verde restaurant in N.Y.C.
March 8, 2010
Dr. Oz’s Spicy Chili
Nothing’s better on a cold winter evening than a bowl of spicy chili. Thanks to Dr. Oz‘s recipe you can feel a little less guilty about indulging since his low-fat version calls for lean ground turkey.
June 7, 2010
The Obamas’ Favorite
Grilled Chicken Tacos
POTUS and FLOTUS enjoyed this flavorful dish at Frontera Grill, the popular Chicago restaurant run by chef Rick Bayless. It’s easy to see why these tacos have earned the presidential seal of approval: They’re made with cinnamon and cloves and paired with a zesty tomatillo salsa.
September 20, 2010
Alma Wahlberg’s Macaroni Salad
Named for the matriarch of the Wahlberg family, this macaroni salad, which is made with red onion, bell peppers and parsley, is still one of her sons’ favorites. Chef Paul Wahlberg, who appears on the Walhburgers series with brothers Mark and Donnie, serves it at his other restaurant, Alma Nove.
Spring 2011
Tina Knowles’s Cajun Green
Bean Stir-Fry
What’s the secret to making this green bean dish taste so good? (Beyoncé raves that they taste like steak.) Bacon, of course! They probably don’t count as healthy, but they’re so delicious that we don’t mind a bit.
April 11, 2011
Richard Gere’s Cinnamon Rolls
Not only is Gere an award-winning actor, he is also co-owner of a bed and breakfast in Bedford, New York. Guests enjoy these cinnamon rolls in the morning, which are easy to make thanks to a little help from frozen biscuit dough.
April 16, 2012
Paul McCartney’s Spinach Tart
While his late wife Linda McCartney might have been better known for her cooking, Paul McCartney is no slouch in the kitchen. He shared this simple spinach dish from his vegetarian cookbook with PEOPLE.
December 10, 2012
Trisha Yearwood’s Pecan Pie
What makes Trisha Yearwood‘s pecan pie better than the one you’ve made for years? She uses brown sugar in place of the more traditional corn syrup. The resulting molasses-rich flavor helps enhance the taste of the pecans.
August 19, 2013
Lisa Vanderpump’s Blackberry Cobbler
Most things about the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star might be over the top, but this cobbler recipe, which is on the menu at her West Hollywood restaurant Sur, is shockingly simple to make. Just don’t forget the ice cream.
September 8, 2014
George Clooney’s Casa Fresca Margarita
The newlywed star and co-founder of Casamigos Tequila knows a thing or two about getting his margaritas just right. This one is utterly refreshing, thanks to the addition of cucumber that helps balance out the mint and lime. Olé!
February 16, 2015
Drew Barrymore’s Halibut Milanese
In the Valentine’s Day issue of PEOPLE magazine, the actress and founder of Barrymore Wines served up one of her favorite fast dinner recipes for two—which she calls “love on a plate.”
March 2, 2015
Wolfgang Puck’s Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam
The chef of the Academy Awards’ Governors Ball shared the recipe for one of his most popular dishes of the night: warm and melty, sweet and savory, completely addictive grilled cheese sandwiches.
February 15, 2016
Nigella Lawson’s Chocolate Nutella Brownies
We don’t know what we love more about the chef’s decadent chocolate brownies: That the recipe is only four ingredients (“[they’re] among my kitchen basics,” says Lawson) or that they come together in less than 30 minutes.
May 23, 2016
Floyd Cardoz’s Grilled Corn with Cotija and Cayenne
“It may sound like an odd combination, but it absolutely works. Sweet, spicy, salty and creamy,” the chef said of his outstanding summer recipe.
February 13, 2017
Chip & Joanna Gaines’ Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
The Fixer Upper stars—and owners of the newly opened Silos Baking Co. in Waco, Texas—shared one of their sweetest recipes exclusively with PEOPLE. Their easy method turns out a moist, chocolatey dessert that requires almost no work (thanks to boxed cake mix).
May 22, 2017
Randy Garutti and Mark Rosati’s Smoky Bacon ‘SmokeShack’ Cheeseburger
The coauthors of the official Shake Shack cookbook shared the fast food chain’s popular “SmokeShack” burger—a riff on the chain’s classic burger but topped with smoky bacon and cherry peppers instead of lettuce and tomato. The patty is topped with a slice of American cheese, smothered with their signature “ShackSauce” (a spicy mayo) and sandwiched between a toasted potato bun. Get the recipe HERE.
June 2017
Flavored Ice Cubes
Say goodbye to watered-down drinks! As the sun melts these vibrant ice cubes, your cocktails (and mocktails) just get more and more flavorful. Try these 5 easy recipes featured in PEOPLE’s special Summer Grilling issue—and their party-ready pairings.
GINGER-CUCUMBER
Add ¼ cup thinly sliced seedless cucumbers to ice cube tray. Stir together 1 tbsp. grated ginger and 1 cup water; pour over cucumber, and freeze. Serve in a mojito.
PEACH BELLINI
In a blender, puree 4 peeled, pitted and sliced peaches, ¼ cup water and 2 tbsp. sugar. Pour mixture into ice cube tray; freeze. Serve with Champagne.
CHERRY LIMEADE
Fill tray halfway with maraschino cherry juice. Add a maraschino cherry in the center of each tray; freeze. Top with limeade; freeze again. Serve in seltzer water.
SPICY CELERY
In a blender, puree ¾ cup chopped celery and ½ cup water; strain. Fill trays with celery water; freeze. Top with 4 to 5 dashes of hot sauce; freeze again. Serve in Bloody Marys.
HONEY-LEMON
Dissolve ½ cup honey in 1 cup hot water; let cool. Stir in 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice and sliced lemon peel. Pour into tray; freeze. Serve with bourbon or iced tea.
June 2017
Carla Hall’s Buffalo Chicken Burgers
For PEOPLE’s special Summer Grilling issue, The Chew cohost created a burger that was spicy, creamy and crunchy at the same time. Hall says that using half white meat and half dark meat gives this wing-inspired recipe (topped with a celery-blue cheese slaw!) the best texture. Get the recipe HERE.
July 17, 2017
Chris Bianco’s Pizza Dough & Tomato Sauce
“Chris will never tell you his pizza is the best. He’s very humble,” Kimmel told PEOPLE in our 2017 feature (photographed in the late-night host’s L.A. backyard—complete with an outdoor pizza oven!) about his friend, who released his first cookbook, Bianco, last year. “But I’ve eaten a lot pizza, and his is my favorite.” Kimmel, a pizza aficionado in his own right, adds:”I’ve learned a lot from him, one thing is to appreciate simplicity.” Get the recipes HERE.
October 16, 2017
Wylie Dufresne’s Pumpkin Spice Latte Donuts
The chef-owner of Du’s Donuts in Brooklyn is known for his proficiency and creativity in molecular gastronomy. But for this fall-themed treat, Dufresne took a much simpler and straight-forward approach—giving store-bought doughnuts a pumpkin spice latte makeover. See the 10-minute recipe below featured in PEOPLE.
2½ tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 cup granulated sugar
4 tsp. finely ground decaf espresso beans
Pinch of table salt
12 plain cake donuts
1. Stir together pumpkin pie spice, sugar, ground espresso and salt in a medium bowl until well-combined.
2. Microwave each donut on high for 10 seconds. Toss warm donuts in sugar mixture until well-coated.
November 2017
Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie
Since her sweet potato pies first debuted at Walmart in 2015, they’ve been flying off the shelves, thanks in part to YouTube star James Wright Chanel’s viral ode to them. “Sweet potato pie is in my blood, and I’ve perfected it,” LaBelle told PEOPLE at the time. “When I do anything, especially cooking, it’s got to be quality. I’m not going to half step.” Get the recipe HERE.
November 6, 2017
Deb Perelman’s Parmesan Dutch Baby with Creamed Mushrooms
“A dutch baby is like a pancake or a crepe, but there’s no high-stakes flipping technique,” Smitten Kitchen blogger Deb Perelman says of this recipe featured in PEOPLE and in her new cookbook, Smitten Kitchen Every Day. “The oven does all the work, and you get all the credit.” Get the recipe HERE.
December 18, 2017
Chetna Makhan’s Masala Chai
The former Great British Baking Show contestant shared an aromatic Indian tea—flavored with a spice mix of ginger, cardamom and cloves—adapted from her cookbook Chai, Chaat & Chutney.
2 cups water
1 (1-in.-thick) piece fresh ginger, peeled and crushed
2 green cardamom pods
2 whole cloves
1½ tbsp. granulated sugar
2 regular-size black tea bags
2/3 cup whole milk
1. Combine water, ginger, cardamom pods and cloves in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in sugar, and add tea bags. Reduce heat to low, and cook until mixture darkens to a deep, strong color, about 2 minutes.
2. Stir in milk, and bring to a boil over medium. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until well infused, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour masala chai through a wire-mesh strainer into 2 cups; serve immediately.
January 29, 2018
Thomas Boemer’ Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese Loaded Sweet Potato Skins
The chef of Corner Table and Revival in Minneapolis originally created these monster finger foods for PEOPLE’s Super Bowl food special, but we think they deserve a spot on your menu all year round. If you’re running low on macaroni, use whatever small pasta you have in the pantry—like shells, cavatappi or wheels—that will fit inside the potato skins. Get the recipe HERE.
February 27, 2018
David Chang’s Bacon Fried Rice
In his new Netflix series Ugly Delicious, the celebrity chef devotes an entire episode to the popularity and orgins of Chinese fried rice. To celebrate the premiere of the food show, Chang shared his own version of the takeout classic, studded with salty, porky bacon and scrambled eggs. Get the recipe HERE.
