John Legend Talks About Being the Family Cook and His Famous Mac N Cheese with Michele Norris | YMK

In this heartfelt episode of Your Mama’s Kitchen, John Legend sits down with Michele Norris to reflect on the kitchens that shaped his life. John opens up about stepping into the kitchen at just 12 years old, taking on the responsibility of cooking for his family. From roasting chicken to making simple comfort meals like chili, spaghetti, and Hamburger Helper, John shares how these early experiences taught him independence and nurtured his creativity. About Your Mama's Kitchen: Every week, hear guests like Michelle Obama, Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach, Matthew Broderick, D-Nice, José Andrés, and more explore the complexities of family life and how their earliest culinary experiences helped shape their personal and professional lives—and of course, each guest brings a recipe for a favorite dish from their youth so you can taste a bit of their story. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more inspiring stories and authentic conversations: https://bit.ly/44ecRoy 🎥 Watch More from Higher Ground Media: IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson https://bit.ly/3ZIEXqs Full Playlist: Coming soon Featured Conversations: Coming soon 💬 Join the Conversation: What resonated with you most from this episode? Share your thoughts in the comments! 📱 Follow Higher Ground: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4ems1ga Twitter: https://bit.ly/3GdlVBZ About Higher Ground Higher Ground was founded by President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama in 2018 to tell powerful stories that entertain, inform, and inspire—while elevating new and diverse voices in the entertainment industry. Learn more at https://highergroundmedia.com/ #HigherGround #BarackObama #MichelleObama #michelenorris #yourmamaskitchen