Chourico and Grits
While in Charleston, SC we ate a lot of grits! Charlestonians eat regular grits, Shrimp and Grits for breakfast, lunch and dinner, cheesy grits, fried grits, creamy grits… Read More »
Homemade Granola
After being a stay-at-home mom for twenty-two years (which was a great privilege) I am now an empty-nester! Eighteen of those years were spent homeschooling, so when Mike… Read More »
Dairy-free recipes for kiddos and their mommy’s who love them
Having a son with many food allergies, I really related to Kathy, a mom who recently asked me for some great snacks and recipes for her 9 month… Read More »
Citrus Rosemary Olive Oil Cake
What’s not to love about this cake? It has olive oil, rosemary, lemon, sugar…it’s just terrific! Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl whisk together the… Read More »
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 »
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. 