The Ultimate Stuffed Eggplant
Stuffed Eggplant is both delicious and versatile. This delicious dish can be served at any special gathering, as an appetizer, main or side dish. This impressive recipe is… Read More »
Spiced Pear and Plum Sour Cream Coffee Cake
My neighbor Marcia gave me this recipe when I lived in New York. Over the years I’ve made several variations. In the fall I was preparing my menu… Read More »
Sugar Cookies “Something for Baby… Something for Mom”
Our new neighbors moved in just in time for their new arrival! Their first child, a beautiful and healthy baby boy, was born just a few days after… Read More »
Who knew Popeye was so smart?
I remember watching cartoons as a child wondering why Popeye liked spinach so much… Spinach, both vibrantly green and tasty, is low in both saturated fat and cholesterol…. Read More »
Lemon Berry Scones
How does one describe the smells of these amazing scones baking? Drool, over stimulation and a loud hungry stomach, oh I could on! You MUST make these delicious… Read More »
What’s in the back of your refrigerator?
Did you know that they have actually set aside a day in November called “National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day?” Have they heard of botulism? Oh, for goodness… Read More »
Apple Cider Vinegar, the wonder Drug
We’ve all hear the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Well, so does two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and honey, mixed in a… Read More »
Oh, So Easy Oatmeal…Overnight!
1 cup steel cut, rolled or old-fashioned oats ¾ cup walnuts, almonds or pecans 1 cup dried cranberries 1/2 to 1 cup dried figs or apricots, chopped 4… Read More »
Slow Cooker Tips
Slow Cooker Tips 1. Try not to lift the lid of the slow cooker. The steam creates a vacuum seal that will be lost each time you unnecessarily… Read More »
We Won the 2010 Chef’s Challenge!
Since 1974 Meals on Wheels has been providing nutritious meals to the home bound elderly and persons with disabilities in Wake County in an effort to improve health,… Read More »
Healthy Marinade for Steak
My dear friend and loyal walking partner, Anne, first gave me this recipe. The only change I made was to add my favorite steak seasoning. Steak sauce is… Read More »
Nutty Butternut Squash with Sage Brown Butter
I love sage and butternut squash! Butternut Squash is readily available in early fall through winter, is a pear-shaped squash with a sweet nutty flavor. Freeze butternut squash… 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. 