Wahlburgers and CBS Bring ‘Blue Bloods’ Family Dinners to Life—Get the Recipes for the Final Season
On October 14, fans can whip up meals inspired by each new episode of the final season
If you’re a fan of the hit drama series Blue Bloods, you may have wondered what it would be like to sit down for a Sunday dinner with the Reagan family. Well, you’re in luck! CBS has teamed up with Wahlburgers Restaurant Chain to bring the iconic Blue Bloods family meal experience to your home kitchen. As the show gears up for its final season, Wahlburgers’ co-owner Chef Paul Wahlberg, brother of the series’ star Donnie Wahlberg (and actor Mark Wahlberg) will release a series of recipes inspired by those heartwarming Reagan dinners. Starting this month, fans can whip up these dishes that have graced their TV screens for over a decade—here’s what to get excited about.
What’s cooking with ‘Blue Bloods’ and Wahlburgers
CBS announced the new partnership on Tuesday, a week before the final Season 14 Part 2 premiere on October 18. Blue Bloods lovers can recreate the meals they’ve seen during one of the most famous recurring aspects of the show. The Reagan Sunday dinners usually feature laughs, stories, soul-baring conversations and a side of comfort food. Chef Paul Wahlberg will guide fans through a series of eight recipes tied to each episode of the final season, starting with a roast beef dinner complete with roasted potatoes, green beans and carrots. Watch the announcement video below:
“As a chef and someone who values the importance of family traditions, it’s an incredible honor to celebrate the legacy of Blue Bloods with some Wahlburgers magic,” said Chef Paul Wahlberg in a statement. “The Reagan family’s dinners have always been about more than just the food. They’re about the connections we make around the dinner table in the same way my own family did. I’m thrilled to share these recipes with our fans, and I hope they inspire families and friends to come together, just like the Reagans do every week.” Whether you’re watching re-runs or just want a new Sunday dinner idea, everyone’s welcome to break bread.
How you can get in on the action
The recipe rollout kicks off on Monday, October 14, with weekly releases every Monday throughout the final season of Blue Bloods. These exclusive recipes will be featured on Wahlburgers’ Instagram and YouTube channels, where Chef Paul shares his tips for nailing the dishes at home. Each recipe comes with a step-by-step cooking video as part of the “Blue Bloods Family Meal Recipes.” So, even if you’re not a pro in the kitchen, you’ll be able to follow along easily.
“Blue Bloods’ multigenerational Reagan family dinners are, by all accounts, the heart of every episode—and these Sunday meals have really resonated with the show’s devoted fans through the years,” said Mike Benson, president and chief marketing officer at CBS.
The legacy of ‘Blue Bloods’
Blue Bloods has been a fan-favorite since its premiere in 2010, largely thanks to its compelling blend of family drama and police procedural. Centered around the multigenerational Reagan family of law enforcement officers in New York City, the show has captivated viewers throughout its 14 seasons.
Led by Tom Selleck as patriarch Frank Reagan, the ensemble cast—including Donnie Wahlberg, Bridget Moynahan and Will Estes—has been praised for its authentic portrayal of family dynamics and the challenges of serving in the NYPD. Over the years, Blue Bloods has won several awards, including a People’s Choice Award for Favorite TV Crime Drama.
Fan reactions to the ‘Blue Bloods’ Wahlburgers collab
Since the announcement on social media, fans of the show have taken to the comments section to express their excitement. And overall, everyone’s impressed (seriously, not a single negative review).
“I love the crap out of this!! Can’t wait!” wrote one thrilled user. “Whoever thought of this absolute genius!!!!,” another replied. Others noted how special the partnership was in remembering the show. “I love this idea! Reagan dinners are the best,” one user said. “Such a great way to keep the #Bluebloods memory alive,” said another. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
