The 11 Best Celebrity Cookbooks That Will Get You in the Kitchen
The 11 Best Celebrity Cookbooks That Will Get You in the Kitchen
You probably assume most celebrities have in-home chefs who cook up delicious meals at a moment's notice (along with the perfect complimentary glass of wine), and while for some, this might be the case, many A-listers really are like everyone else in that they chop their own vegetables, cook their own pasta, and fry their own chickens. What's more, many in the Hollywood crowd have quite a knack for the culinary arts, which is why, lately, some of the most popular cookbooks are written by celebrities. Yes, everyone from Chrissy Teigen to Reese Witherspoon has some skin in the game–and the game is good.
Read on for a list of some of the best celebrity-written cookbooks, including options for everyday eats, vegetarian and vegan foods, and some more nuanced delicacies that will have you turning from home chef to master chef in just a few pages.
1) Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon
Atria Books
amazon.com
$18.04
Hollywood's favorite Southern belle, Reese Witherspoon, let's us in on what her Louisiana upbringing taught her about hosting. Her book gives us a peek into the actress' life, and most importantly, her kitchen.
Featured recipes: Fried Chicken, Sun Tea, Ribs
2) The Clean Plate by Gwyneth Paltrow
Grand Central Publishing
amazon.com
$10.89
In the Goop founder's fourth cookbook, she specifically focuses on meals that you can still enjoy while being health-conscious. The book also includes customizable meal plans all supported by top nutritionists and doctors.
Featured recipes: Turkey Meatball Pho, Butternut Squash Tacos, Chocolate Chia Pudding
3) Cravings: Hungry for More by Chrissy Teigen
Clarkson Potter
amazon.com
$14.42
Following her first bestselling 2016 cookbook, Cravings, everyone's favorite celeb foodie is back two years later with a new batch of mouth-watering recipes. Described as Teigen's "edible diary," the book is filled with sweet, savory, and spicy dishes that will leave you–as the title says–hungry for more.
Featured recipes: Pad Thai Carbonara, Everything Bagel and Cream Cheese Breakfast Bake, Banana Bread
4) The Last O.G. Cook-Book by Tracy Morgan
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
amazon.com
$14.33
Written by Morgan's fictional character–ex-convict Tray Barker–from his hit TBS show The Last O.G., this cookbook includes recipes with bold names and even bolder flavor.
Featured recipes: Prison Pad Thai, Tray’s Cornflake-Battered Fried Chicken with Sweet Pickles, Dessert Loaf
5) From Crook to Cook by Snoop Dog
Chronicle Books
amazon.com
$15.65
The gangster rapper turned culinary expert has his own Emmy-nominated cooking show with Martha Stewart on VH1, and now the hip-hop legend has gathered 50 of his favorite recipes in his first cookbook. It features a forward from his BFF Stewart and "OG staples" that will satisfy anyone's munchies.
Featured recipes: Easy Orange Chicken, Fried Bologna Sandwiches With Chips, Gin and Juice
6) True Roots by Kristin Cavallari
Rodale Books
amazon.com
$11.98
In Cavallari's first cookbook, the entrepreneur and former star of The Hills aims to prove that eating "clean and toxin-free" doesn't have to be boring. Though she avoids sugar, flour, and salt, Cavallari still finds a way to create more than 100 yummy recipes, all made with whole foods.
Featured recipes: Bison and Veggie Kabobs, Zucchini Almond Butter Blondies, Rosé Sangria
7) The Tucci Cookbook by Stanley Tucci
Simon & Schuster
amazon.com
$26.30
Probably best-known for his role in The Devil Wears Prada, it turns out Stanley is a great cook too! Brimming with delicious recipes, The Tucci Cookbook features dishes with all the robust flavors of Italian culture and tradition.
Featured recipes: Venetian Salted Cod Paté, Eggplant Antipasto, Fried Pasta, Vegetable Tart
8) In The Kitchen With Kris by Kris Jenner
Gallery Books/Karen Hunter Publishing
amazon.com
$17.99
As the head of the Kardashian/Jenner gang, Kris knows how to feed a growing family. This book is another way for fans to gain insight into Kris' home with recipes and entertaining tips that anyone and everyone can use.
Featured recipes: Armenian Lamb Shish Kebabs, Rainbow Turkey and Bean Chilli, and Grilled Swordfish Steaks with Tomato Salsa
9) At Home with Natalie by Natalie Morales
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
amazon.com
$13.30
Born in Taiwan, with a Brazilian mother and Puerto Rican father, the TODAY Show's West Coast anchor brings her multicultural perspective to a book of 125 savory recipes—perfected over the years in her own home kitchen.
Featured recipes: Pesto Shrimp with Lemon Pepper Fettuccine, Grilled Chimichurri Soy Steak, and Chicken in Garlic Sauce
10) Martina's Kitchen Mix by Martina McBride
Oxmoor House
amazon.com
$15.29
Packed with more than 100 "creative ad-lib" recipes, the country music icon's book showcases her love of experimenting in the kitchen, as the songstress shares dishes–made with seasonal ingredients–that she makes for her loved ones.
Featured recipes: Bacon-Wrapped Olives, Grilled Sweet Peppers with Goat Cheese and Herbs, and Fresh Apple Cake with Homemade Caramel Sauce
11) Eat a Little Better by Sam Kass
Clarkson Potter
amazon.com
$15.99
Kass, the former Obama family chef and White House food policy advisor, focuses on teaching us how to Eat a Little Better with 90 tasty, easy meals designed to put healthy foods first.
Featured recipes: Barbecued Chicken, Mustard Green Salad with Pecans and Honey, Lemon Dressing, Pork Chops with Tomato
We're eyeing Chrissy Tiegan's Everything Bagel and Cream Cheese Breakfast Bake.