Gospel Brunch

Having trouble deciding what to make for Ladies Night? Then you need to check out this episode of Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo! She makes buttery and delicious lobster rolls and doesn’t skimp on the meat. Then she takes it up a notch with a pan seared salmon, drizzled with a creamy pesto sauce, served with a side of sauteed broccolini.

When it comes to cooking, Yo-Yo makes it known that all her skills she got from her Mama Mia, AKA mommy. They both get in the kitchen and cook up a dish that Mama Mia has made for her children for years. On the menu is stuffed bell peppers with ground beef, rice, and cheddar cheese. Then they make their famous cabbage burgers served with sweet potato fries!

It’s a soul sister brunch that is laid out with the best food, and the best guest. Hip Hop legend Roxanne Shante drops by and hangs out with Yo-Yo for some good food, and good times. They reminisce over a great bowl of shrimp and grits topped with rich and creamy gravy.

Yo-Yo shows viewers how she gets down when you come over to her place for a special dinner. Her recipe for a great dinner party is great people, a great vibe and great food, and she is serving it up in a way that only Yo-Yo can. She is laying out a tender and juicy oyster glazed ribeye steak, creamy mashed potatoes, and a baby arugula salad.

It’s all about a salute to New Orleans, and the staple dish that everyone loves to order when they are in the Big Easy. Yo-Yo jumps in the kitchen and gives viewers and her daughter Tiffany a lesson on how to make a quick and easy Shrimp Gumbo, that’s so full of flavor, full of shrimp and is downright delicious.

Hope you are hungry for something hot and delicious! Yo-Yo puts a spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich that is out of this world! 3 types of cheese and her arsenal of herbs and spices takes this sandwich to another level. She serves it with a rich and creamy tomato soup that is so so delicious.

In this episode Yo-Yo shares her love for Mexican food, and similar to her other dishes, they are loved by both her family and friends. On the Mexican inspired menu is ground turkey and chicken breast Burritos that are satisfying and delicious. Yo-Yo then kicks it up a notch with her fish tacos topped with a homemade slaw that’s topped with an avocado cream sauce.

Yo-Yo gets a hearty Amen for her downright delicious gospel brunch meal. She hangs out with her good friend “Big Bub” and whips up a breakfast casserole that is filled with everything from sausage, potatoes, mushrooms and of course eggs, as always it’s downright delicious!

Having trouble deciding what to make for Ladies Night? Then you need to check out this episode of Downright Delicious with YoYo! She makes buttery and delicious lobster rolls and doesn’t skimp on the meat. Then YoYo takes it up a notch with a pan seared salmon, drizzled with a creamy pesto sauce, served with a side of sauteed broccolini.

Yo-Yo makes the ultimate party appetizer: a classic 7-layer dip, but in this recipe, Yo-Yo uses other ingredients and quickly layers it into a 10-layer masterpiece. It’s a dip that fills you up like a meal. After all, it has meat, cheese, veggies, and you eat it with some big dipping chips. To celebrate her delicious dip, she whips up some sweet and zesty strawberry kiwi margaritas, the perfect tart balance to her big dip and chips.

In this delicious episode, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul welcomes her dear friend and legendary comedian Cookie into her kitchen for an evening of sizzling spice and soulful laughter. On the menu is a Mexican comfort food that everyone will love. Yo-Yo guides Cookie through the art of crafting authentic enchiladas, stuffed with succulent, marinated shredded chicken and a decadent blend of melted cheese. They top things off with a delicious frozen margarita.

In this episode, Yo-Yo is doing big things for her friend Saint, and you better believe it’s an absolute feast! You’ve got a great mix of rich, savory flavors. She starts with baby back ribs, slow cooked to perfection and falling off the bone, slathered in hoisin sauce. She serves it along with a fresh, crunchy Asian slaw. She also makes a massive tray of fully loaded nachos, which takes this spread to the next level.

On this episode, it’s all about that west coast flavor, as Yo-Yo and her mother, AKA Mama Mia, get busy in the kitchen. They set things off with over-the-top chili cheese fries. Fresh hand-cut potatoes, double-fried and crunchy. Topped with smoky, crispy bacon, tender pastrami, cheddar, jalapenos sour cream, and so much more. Then she makes a refreshing margarita with an LA twist.

In this episode, Yo-Yo transforms a classic comfort dish into a bold, spicy masterpiece. Yo-Yo brings her signature energy and good vibes to the kitchen as she prepares a Spicy Buffalo Mac and Cheese. The episode focuses on creating a "satisfying and delicious" meal that blends the heat of buffalo wings with the creamy indulgence of homemade pasta. It’s doesn’t get any better or more delicious than this.

In this flavorful episode, Yo-Yo steps into the kitchen to prove that plant-based comfort food can pack a serious punch. She’s hosting her friend Dieda for a cozy lunch and pulls out all the stops with a menu that balances spicy, savory, and sweet. The headliner is a Jerk Mushroom Melt—a decadent sandwich featuring meaty mushrooms marinated in a fiery homemade jerk seasoning, served on toasted vegan bread with melted vegan cheese. Then she shakes up a sophisticated Lavender Lemon Drop cocktail. This vibrant cocktail combines fresh-squeezed lemon juice with a floral homemade lavender syrup. It’s a masterclass in vegan soul food that leaves Dieda and the viewers craving every bite.

In this episode, Yo-Yo tackles two distinct styles of pizza that are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering. First up, it’s a traditional French Bread Pizza. Yo-Yo starts with a crusty, golden-brown baguette, using it as the perfect vessel for a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce. She layers on thick slices of fresh mozzarella. Then, things get smoky and savory as Yo-Yo pivots to his Ultimate BBQ Chicken Pizza. This version is all about the layers. She replaces the traditional red sauce with a tangy, bold barbecue base, topping it with tender shredded chicken, red onions, and a generous blend of smoked provolone and mozzarella.

In this episode, Yo-Yo lays out some of her favorite quick, flavorful, and delicious appetizers. You can’t go wrong with a chicken wing appetizer because it’s always a crowd-pleaser. She marinates them in seasoned buttermilk, flours them with her secret ingredients to give them the right crunch, and then sauces the wings with a sweet-and-spicy orange marmalade and paprika glaze. She also makes stuffed jalapenos, packed with cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, chorizo, and cilantro.

Yo-Yo’s kitchen is transformed into a New Orleans kitchen as she serves up a taste of Creole cuisine—The centerpiece is a decadent Catfish Étouffée. Yo-Yo starts off by cooking up the "holy trinity" of onions, bell peppers, and celery. Then she moves on to making her roux, with a right and a bit of spice, as she lets the catfish simmer low and slow in the roux and spices. She then moves on to the traditional New Orleans Hurricane. With fresh juice, lemon, and a heavy-handed pour of both light and dark rums. Served in the iconic curved glass with a mountain of crushed ice.

In this episode of Downright Delicious with Yo-Yo, the hip-hop legend pays tribute to her late cousin DJ, who was known for his mastery of barbecue, and for this meal, the sauce is the boss! This sauce is her secret weapon for the ultimate backyard cookout: the legendary homemade BBQ is a mix of spices, smoky flavors, and tanginess. The episode follows her process of balancing heat, sweetness, and smokiness, and it shows how the fresh ingredients elevate the sauce and the grilled chicken.