Thank You, James Hemings (the man who brought you mac and cheese)

Update: 2025-11-22

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(Host: Kristin)

You know it and love it, but did you realize who was responsible for bringing macaroni and cheese into your life? Learn about James Hemings, the enslaved man who traveled to France and trained in French cuisine, this week on Footnoting History!

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Thank You, James Hemings (the man who brought you mac and cheese)