In this episode of Whiskin’ It All, we’re in the kitchen with the legendary Ann Nesby cooking up a flavorful turkey lasagna packed with bold, soulful seasoning. 🔥
While layering up this dish, we take it back and sing her iconic song “Optimistic,” bringing real energy and good vibes into the kitchen. But it’s not just about the food—we also dive into meaningful conversation, touching on the Bible and the story of Adam and Eve, blending faith, life, and food in a way that just feels real.
Great food, real talk, and a whole lot of seasoning—this episode got everything.
🛒 INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED
For Ms. Ann’s Lasagna:
Lasagna noodles
Italian sausage Prego spaghetti sauce
Tomato paste
Chili-ready tomatoes
McCormick zesty spaghetti mix packets
Frozen seasoned vegetable blend (Great Value)
Taco seasoning mix + chili seasoning mix
French onion soup
Ricotta cheese
Parmesan Romano cheese
Sour cream
Shredded mozzarella cheese
Shredded Monterey Jack or pizza blend
Butter
Eggs
Ground turkey
Italian sausage
Minced garlic
For the sides:
Garlic bread (Texas toast style)
Salad mix
Red onions
Bread & butter pickles
Croutons
Cherry tomatoes
Cucumbers
Bacon bits
French dressing + ranch dressing
Extras:
Aluminum foil
Large pan + salad bowls
🔥 THIS RECIPE IS PERFECT FOR:
🍽️ Big family dinners that need to impress
🎉 Holidays, potlucks, or Sunday meals
🥶 Meal prep with leftovers that HIT even better the next day
Pull up, grab a plate, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real cooking, real laughs, and real flavor 💯
Grab Ann’s new album ANNiversary here: www.annnesby.com
41 Comments
My favorite episode, LOVED Ms. Nesby! ♥️
We need Patti Labelle next!
Ladies thank U for making my morning even more spectacular and joyful…can't wait to see the finished dish I wish we had smell-o-vision cause I know it smells good from all the seasonings and pure love….Love U Ms. Pat U can cook something besides crack!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great show I smiled from start to finish please bring our grandmother back
It is amazing that the skillet doesn’t run over
Looks delicious 😋
I wouldn’t cook no more for 5 days. This an be tiring!
Not blow y’all up! I’m crying😅
Ms Pat said she wish she could sing because she fat 😂😂 I hit the floor!! Ms Pat is a fool 🤭
yessss I am loving this you go Ms Pat praise Him 😇
Ms. Ann bringing her own supplies 😂 Ms. Ann stay ready so she doesnt have to get ready! Love the show!!!
Great episode from start to finish. But, that's rich people lasagna.
Mannn I had to pause the video when Ms. Pat said she got tired of playing Coretta Scott King cause MLK had to die, so she’d have to cry 😂😂😂😂 That is hilarious.
Alright yall I was able to get the $100 lasagna down to $61.75.(NYC prices)
🤣🤣🤣
Now this was an episode!!! So fun to watch, Ms. Pat!
I Love all her music
Please get Tamela and David Mann Ms. Pat
Ann Nesby 😭😭😭😭
This is my favorite episode so far 😂😂
Hello how can I donate. I have my own business and I deal with children as well . So I would love to donate for the cause.
We need Tia kemp and ms pat in the kitchen 😂
Cooking and testifying 🙌🏾💐🥰
Congrats on season 6 our real 1 & 💎. Also all the other case member’s. You all deserve it..Let’s goooo.#L#🥂
Sing it ANN😂😂😂😂
Ms Pat done got happy 💃🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Too damn much!!!!😂❤
The joy in this episode is contagious. Beautiful energy. ❤
Love 💕 ms pat and Ann 😊food looks good 😊
I'm loving this show Mrs. Pat. I'm glad you made it. To see different cooking styles and get a good laugh is great. Your facial expressions told it all Mrs. Pat 😂😂😂. This old school cooking, I was laughing when she brought her own ingredients.
🤣🤣🤣🤣 Ms Pat made Ann Nesby say loose hea!! 🤣🤣 I hollered
I'm going to try this
Ive need to hear this.
Ann Nesby's speaking voice is so soft compared to her singing voice. I'm loving how she brought every ingredient with her. She didn't have time to play around 😂
What is slap yo mama? I’m a white from Australia
Ms. Pat, you betta sang!! Are you going to put your aprons on your site?
Yesssss, I absolutely loved 😍 this episode with THE Ann Nesby. Hunni down to earth and funny 😁. Yall was cutting up and carrying on. Hunni, I'm here for it!
One of my favorite Ann Newby songs 🎵 ❤️
I'm still wearing your name!
I need these two to do a whole cooking bible study series together! This was the best episode!! Yin and yang
Absolutely love your show 🎉 great guests & you make it fun ❤❤😮
Ms. Ann can cook
This is a meal that will last you a week maybe even two.
Love that food looks delicious thank you for sharing