Our guest for Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders is Neil Willenson, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee. Neil tells us how to make his Elevated Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions.

Elevated Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions - A great grilled cheese sandwich is a masterpiece of simplicity and taste. It is about the perfect balance of crispy bread and gooey melted cheese. Today we are using Pepper Jack Cheese with Caramelized Onions on Sourdough Bread. On the side, we have sliced avocado, Dave’s Pickles, and beautiful heirloom tomatoes, with an olive oil/balsamic drizzle, topped with a basil chiffonade.

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/5P76I_P8wy0

The recipe is available on our website at -

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Our guest for "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Meagan Johnson, Exec Director, of Milwaukee Diaper Mission, and a member of the Milwaukee Business Journal 40 under 40. Meagan tells us how she makes fresh pesto with Burrata and roasted cherry tomatoes.

Fresh Pesto with Burrata and Roasted Tomatoes & Meagan Johnson Interview. Easy Homemade Pesto Sauce. Pesto is a traditional Italian sauce originating from Genoa in the Liguria region. It's known for its vibrant green color and rich, herbaceous flavor.

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/NQs6B5cdmnI

The recipe is available on our website at - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/07/02/fresh-pesto-with-burrata/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Our guest on “Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders” is DeShanda Williams-Clark. Deshanda is the Sr. VP of Programs & Services for Pathfinders, one of Wisconsin’s oldest and most effective nonprofit organizations serving youth in crisis. She is also a member of the MKE Business Journal 40 under 40 list, shining a light on our next generation of emerging community leaders.

DeShanda shows us how she makes her Taco Salad with ground turkey.

Taco Salad with Ground Turkey - Taco salad is a delightful Tex-Mex-inspired dish that’s easy to make and customizable.

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/IIXAAMKwQc0

The recipe is available on our website at - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/06/11/taco-salad-with-ground-turkey/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Our guest for "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Maudwella Kirkendoll. Maudwella is the COO at Community Advocates, a non-profit that provides people in the community with advocacy and services to meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity.

Maudwella tells us how he makes fried catfish, a great example of a traditional Milwaukee Fish Fry. He also brought along his Grandmother's Lemon Icebox Pie.

Milwaukee Fish Fry - Milwaukee is known for its delicious fish fries, and fried catfish is a very popular choice. Southern fried catfish is a classic Southern dish that’s simple to make and incredibly delicious. It’s a beloved comfort food, often served at Friday fish fries, family gatherings, and local restaurants here in Milwaukee.

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/WFaGuN3nCPs

The recipe is available on our website at - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/06/04/milwaukee-fish-fry-origins-and-cultural-significance/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place

Our guest for "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Carole Nicksin. Carole is the Publisher and Editor in Chief at Milwaukee Magazine.

While the term “rustic” often conjures up images of hearty, homemade dishes, these French pancakes are actually quite delicate and thin. These golden, fluffy pancakes are a classic breakfast. They’re nostalgic, comforting, and perfect for lazy Sunday mornings.

Carole tells us how she makes her Grandmother's Rustic French Pancakes

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/hkpoKOmaQAI

The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/05/24/grandmas-french-pancakes-delicate-and-versatile-delight/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

Our guest for "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Betty Hill. Betty is the Director of Youth Development for Mentor Greater Milwaukee, She is another one of our guests who is on the MKE Business Journal 40 under 40 list, for our emerging leaders.

Ground turkey spaghetti sauce is a delicious, healthier alternative to the classic beef-based version. We also make some homemade Garlic Bread, a delightful side dish that goes great with our Ground Turkey Spaghetti Sauce recipe.

Betty tells us how she makes spaghetti sauce with ground turkey and homemade garlic bread.

The YouTube video can be seen here - https://youtu.be/6x_hBCGYkN8

You can see the recipe here - https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/05/16/ground-turkey-spaghetti-sauce/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place

Our guest on "Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders" is Chef Alex Pawlak.

Alex is a personal chef and runs the great pasta restaurant in Milwaukee called Egg & Flour Pasta Bar (https://www.greateffingpasta.com/ ).

Risotto Primavera is a delightful Italian dish that celebrates the fresh flavors of spring. Risotto Primavera translates to “spring risotto.” It’s made by slowly cooking rice in broth, wine, and olive oil with springtime vegetables and herbs. Risotto Primavera can be a light main course or a substantial side dish.

Alex tells us how he makes Risotto Primavera.

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/ebHG7dh_uns

The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2024/05/08/risotto-primavera-alex-pawlak-interview/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.

My Guest for Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders is Anthony McHenry, CEO of the Milwaukee Academy of Science. A leader educator in our city, he prepares his McHenry's Famous Chili and talks about the challenges of running a K-12 school in the inner city of Milwaukee.

McHenry's Famous Chili & Anthony McHenry Interview - Cooking with Milwaukee Community Leaders from Cooking Secrets for Men. We are having some fun with Anthony McHenry.

Anthony tells us how he makes McHenry's Famous Chili

You can watch the video here - https://youtu.be/a0j5t9sl0Kc

The recipe is available on our website at – https://cookingsecretsformen.com/2023/03/15/mchenrys-famous-chili-and-anthony-mchenry-interview/

This Podcast is an Interview and cooking show with Milwaukee Community Leaders. We have a short interview about their work in the community, then we cook something and then we eat it. From our elected leaders to those working at the grassroots, we talk with people trying to make Milwaukee a better place.