Comforting Tuna Noodle Casserole
The past few days here in Raleigh, North Carolina have been in the mid 70’s. It has been an incredibly warm winter thus far. Today winter decided to… Read More »
Steamed Bun Dough Recipe
Tonight is the night. The Patriots play the Houston Texans in the playoffs. If they win they will go to the AFC game! This is a big deal… Read More »
Triple Berry Oat Cobbler
Today we are celebrating! My son Alexander is in his second year at college. He made it on the dean’s list this semester and we are so proud… Read More »
Vavo’s Stewed Potatoes
I have teamed up with Food Network and other bloggers who love food to begin contributing to a series called the Comfort Food Feast. So, we’ve all enjoyed… Read More »
Portuguese-Style Marinated Pork
My dad makes the most flavorful marinated pork. He has used diffenrt cuts of pork with thsi marinade, but tonight I used chops. Dad has even made tehis… Read More »
Potato-Crusted Portuguese Quiche
My youngest son Alex has to work during lunch today and so a substantial breakfast was in order. My sons Nate and Alex and Nate’s girlfriend made breakfast… Read More »
Double Chocolate Banana Bread
It’s no secret. I have a great relationship with chocolate. Don’t you? This morning, I wanted to satisfy my chocolate craving and so I adapted my Brown Sugar… Read More »
Unstuffed Cabbage
When I was a little girl, the Polish Club in Fall River, Massachusetts made the best stuffed cabbage rolls and pierogies. On occasion my mom would call my… Read More »
Tropical Tossed Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
With winter here, you may be wondering why I chose to highlight or create a tropical tossed salad recipe. Our dear friend’s the Forster’s came over for dinner… Read More »
Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup Recipe
I just can’t tell you how many yummy-looking casserole recipes I have passed up because they have called for condensed soups like cream of chicken, mushroom, artichoke, and… Read More »
Elise’s Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
Years ago we enjoyed a poppy seed chicken casserole at our dear neighbors, The Clark’s. The recipe, which my neighbor generously gave me, called for condensed canned soup…. Read More »
Zucchini Pancakes
I love my Cuisinart food processor. I’ve owned it for twelve years and it still works like new! The grater attachment makes grating vegetables and hard cheeses super… 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. 