Fans of ‘Empire’ star Jussie Smollett may know him best as the show’s feisty singing sensation Jamal, but they may not know that before the show the singer/songwriter/actor was already part of an “empire” – the Smollett family.

Full of singers, actors, and more, the entertainment family – first brought to the Hollywood spotlight by sister Jurnee – is now showing off yet another of their many talents:  cooking.  Led by the family chef, Jake, the siblings – Jussie, Jurnee, Jocqui, Jojo, and Jazz – are inviting viewers into their homes to get a peek at how they throw down in the kitchen.

Premiering today [August 20] at 12:30p/11:30c, hop below for your first peek at what the six siblings are searing, sizzling, and serving:

Will you be watching?

Note: Some fans may recall this isn’t the siblings’ first crack at a family-filled affair. The sextet also starred in the very short lived ABC comedy ‘On Our Own’ in the mid-90s.

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