Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Shut your mouth! No, really, that’s what my husband had to do when he walked in the door this evening to find Alexander and I experimenting with this… Read More »
Crispy Chicken and Waffles
Is it breakfast or is it dinner? Crispy Fried Chicken served over hot buttermilk waffles drizzled with a Chipotle Maple Syrup…now doesn’t that sound FUN? A great recipe… Read More »
Salad Wraps with Spicy Chili Sauce
Amanda is visiting us this evening. She and Nathaniel are cooking up a stir fry for everyone. I have the night off! I have been wanting to make… Read More »
Crepes with Sauteed Rainier Cherries and Port Wine Cream
Crepes, oh the possibilities! Where to begin? There’s sweet, savory, chocolate, cornmeal … I could go on and on. This basic crepe recipe is perfect for breakfast, a… Read More »
Roasted Cherries with Lavender and Almond Panna Cotta
Welcome to week four of the season-long garden party Summer Fest 2011. Food Network has welcomed food and garden bloggers to feature garden-to-table recipes and tips this summer…. Read More »
Asian Chicken Kabobs
I know you all can relate to this. Mere words simply cannot describe the depths of love I have for my family. My husband Michael has been my… Read More »
Cherry Chocolate Paninis
After homeschooling for eighteen years, my life is about to change. Both of my boys will be heading off to college in less than two weeks! Nathaniel will… Read More »
Green Tomato Spice Cake with Brown Butter Icing
In honor of my recent visit to the Raleigh Farmers Market with NC Secretary of State, Elaine Marshall, I created this recipe highlighting green tomatoes. The Secretary and… Read More »
Smothered Chicken and Gravy in 30
So delicious. So comforting. Done in thirty. For a quick Sunday Supper made in thirty minutes, we enjoyed chicken breasts smothered with caramelized onions and the Swiss cheese… Read More »
Refreshing Green Tea Cucumber Pops
Food Network’s second year of Summer Fest is upon us. Summer Fest is a collaborative recipe swap between food bloggers who live to share their recipes with others… Read More »
Raita, a Cool Cucumber Mint Sauce
Raita, a flavorful cucumber yogurt sauce, is the perfect accompaniment to many spicy dishes. A cool and welcomed contrast to spicy dishes like Shrimp or Chicken Tikka Masala,… 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. 