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Mr. Beef’s Giardiniera Recipe

Chicago restaurant made famous by TV’s ‘The Bear’ shares this secret with AARP members

a close up of giardiniera

Mr. Beef’s Giardiniera is a veggie mixture that tops Italian beef sandwiches.

Courtesy Neil John Burger

By

Christopher Zucchero,

AARP

Published March 26, 2026

We asked chefs across America to discuss their local food scenes and share a favorite recipe. Christopher Zucchero, 45, owner of Mr. Beef restaurant in Chicago, chose this.

Mr. Beef’s Giardiniera

Makes about 5 cups

Ingredients

2 cups sliced celery

1 cup diced carrots

1 cup chopped sport peppers

Black pepper to taste

Crushed red pepper to taste

Salt to taste

Oil (vegetable or canola)

Directions

Mix veggies and spices together in a bowl, then transfer to a jar or similar storage container and cover with oil. Serve atop Italian beef sandwiches. Do not refrigerate. Use within five days.

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Christopher Zucchero is the owner of Mr. Beef restaurant in Chicago.

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