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A gospel brunch meal with Yo-Yo; she hangs out with her friend Big Bub and makes a breakfast casserole that is filled with everything from sausage, potatoes, mushrooms and eggs.

Downright Delicious With Yo-Yo

Gospel Brunch

Over The Top Tacos and Burritos

Yo-Yo puts a spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich.

#Sandwiches & Sides

Yo-Yo jumps in the kitchen and gives a lesson on how to make a quick and easy shrimp gumbo.

New Orleans Flavor

Yo-Yo's recipe for a great dinner party is great people, a great vibe and great food; she serves it up in a way that only she can, laying out a tender and juicy oyster-glazed rib-eye steak, creamy mashed potatoes, and a baby arugula salad.

Dinner Party at Yo-Yo's Place

Hip-hop legend Roxanne Shante drops by and hangs out with YoYo for some good food and good times; they reminisce over a great bowl of shrimp and grits topped with rich and creamy gravy.

Sister Soul Brunch

YoYo and her mama, Mia, make stuffed bell peppers with ground beef, rice and cheddar cheese, cabbage burgers and sweet potato fries.

Got It From My Mama Mia

For ladies night, YoYo makes buttery and delicious lobster rolls and doesn't skimp on the meat; she then takes it up a notch with a pan-seared salmon, drizzled with a creamy pesto sauce, served with a side of sauteed broccolini.

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