Homemade Custom Fortune Cookies
After attending a friend’s rehearsal dinner she planned for her son and daughter-in-love I would occasionally think about what I would do for my boys as the groom’s… Read More »
A Christian Perspective on a Chinese Tea Ceremony
As the groom’s parents we had the blessing of planning the rehearsal dinner for my son and daughter-in-love. Planning a special evening that represented and celebrated our two… Read More »
Eggnog Silver Dollar Pancakes
How beautiful was the morning sun today. Early morning is my most favorite part of each day. As I happily puttered around my kitchen, I began to hear… Read More »
Roasted Green Goddess Chicken
Although I do not fry many things, I but when I do I like marinating chicken in buttermilk before frying it, don’t you? It helps make a nice… Read More »
Roasted Cauliflower With Cheese Fondue
This week bloggers are sharing some of their favorite recipes for cauliflower with Food Network’s FN Dish. My family’s most favorite way to eat cauliflower is roasted. And… Read More »
Bridal Shower Bliss
To love is to receive a glimpse of Heaven.. From the moment you entered the room the love and time put into my daughter-in-love’s bridal shower could be… Read More »
Apple Bacon French Toast with Cinnamon Syrup
For those of you who have been following my blog, TV segments and mission to encourage families to connect in the kitchen and around the family table, and… Read More »
Ask Elise: How to make powdered sugar
Are you like me? Have you gone into your pantry or cupboard looking for powdered or confectioner’s sugar to find that you ARE OUT! Darn it, that is… Read More »
Wicked Good Halloween Recipes
After last night’s World Series win, I couldn’t resist calling this post “wicked good” Halloween recipes. Way to go boys! Our family has hosted many a Halloween party… Read More »
Pumpkin Spice Cake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
I just can’t get enough pumpkin, can you? I swear when October comes around I am in full pumpkin mode! Two of my favorites are my pumpkin chip… Read More »
Marinating In Thankfulness
Do you ever worry? A friend once shared with me something I have never forgotten. “Worry is a lack of prayer,” she would say. This was after our… Read More »
Roast Chicken with Citrus Peel, Herb Crust and Bacon
What could be better than the smell of chicken smothered in herbs and wrapped in bacon roasting away in the oven? How about a cool rainy day, a… Read More »
Hello, I’m Elise Johnson and I’m so glad you found your way here! From my own experience, cooking and eating together as a family nurtures and strengthens family relationships quicker and stronger than any other way. Join me as I continue my grandmother’s legacy of
inter-generational cooking by inspiring families and friends to make memories in the kitchen. 