The Joy of Compound Butters
Compound butter is butter that has a flavor, or additional ingredient(s) added to it. Compound butters are very easy to prepare and the possibilities are endless! One can… Read More »
Golabki, Polish Stuffed Cabbage
When I was a little girl, my dad would drive down to the Polish Club in my hometown of Fall River, Massachusetts. I remember my mom and I… Read More »
Mediterranean Baked Ziti
I had some Kalamata olives and a half a jar of sun-dried tomatoes in the refrigerator. What to do? What to do? In addition I needed a potluck… Read More »
Chili con Carne
Chili con Carne means “chili with meat” in Spanish. The history of chili goes way back, and although Texans often take credit for this dish, no one really… Read More »
Elise’s Sangria
I love the sweet addition of the muscadine wine in this Sangria! Blend all wet ingredients. Refrigerate. Tip: To keep your beverages cold you can make an ice… Read More »
Glazed Roasted Vegetables
Who can resist a platter of assorted roasted vegetables generously coated in a delicious herb-honey glaze? Certainly not I! Here’s my recipe for the perfect roasted vegetables. Assorted… Read More »
Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake
Ah, fall! Time to make my Pumpkin Chocolate Cheesecake! Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. Place one whole package and one half package of the chocolate graham crackers… Read More »
How to Make Caramelized Onions … Oh, So Easy!
Benjamin Franklin once said, “He that can have Patience, can have what he will” With a little patience, you can easily make caramelized onions! The key to cook… Read More »
Our Favorite Ginger Cookies
I thought I wasn’t fond of Ginger Cookies until I made this recipe! Gather your family in the kitchen and make them together! Your house is about to… Read More »
Pasta e Fagioli
I began making thsi soup years ago after enjoying it at a local Italian restaurant. Pasta e Fagioli, or “pasta and beans”, is a traditional meatless Italian dish…. Read More »
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream
You are going to adore this recipe! 3/4 c. brown sugar 1 c. canned solid-pack unsweetened pumpkin 1 tsp. cinnamon 3 egg yolks 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1/4… Read More »
Simple and Delicious Golden Hashbrowns
Ah, Mike and I awoke to a cool Sunday morning; fall is here we proclaimed! This morning it is a beautiful 74 degrees in Raleigh, North Carolina, so… 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. 