A Stress-Free Petite Party
With the holidays upon us, what could be better than an easy, relaxing and stress-free gathering? Here are some of my tips and recipes for the perfect tapas… Read More »
It’s all how you look at things: Chocolate Chai Cupcakes
I know that it’s all about how you look at things. We recently hired a company to pressure wash our house and stain our back deck and screened… Read More »
My Favorite Salad of 2013: Spinach, Strawberry and Apple Salad with an Apple Vinaigrette
I must make a declaration. This my favorite salad of 2013! How many ways can you make a spinach salad? Lots actually. But in my humble opinion a… Read More »
Mexican-Style Lasagna
I was proud of myself yesterday. I typically head to Curves early in the morning, but yesterday I wanted to get a head start on my yard work… Read More »
A Good Neighbor Is a Found Treasure: Maple Butter Pecan Scones
The empty lot that once sat beside us became the home of a beautiful family four years ago. I had prayed about the neighbors that would someday live… Read More »
Roasted Gourmet Carrots
While my hubby was away in Vancouver, British Columbia I had two special dinners with my sons this week. One evening it was just my son Nathaniel and… Read More »
The Past, a Special Birthday, Jerk Chicken Recipe and the Future
Our eldest son Nathaniel will be getting married this November so this was the last year our family would be celebrating his birthday living in our home. Moving… Read More »
An-Almost-Broken-Foot, Lunch with the Girls and Fruit ‘n Nut Chicken Salad
Today I write to you from the quiet of my dining room. It’s just me, you and the pretty sunflowers in the center of my table. The sun… Read More »
Cheesy Onion Bread
We have returned home since visiting family in Fall River, Massachusetts last week. It was so nice to spend time with our families. I was happy to see… Read More »
Bacon Herb Salad
This afternoon we enjoyed a delicious Sunday dinner with our dear Amanda and her family. This side salad was the accompaniment to our grilled pork chops and nectarines… Read More »
Greek Style Chicken and Veggie Pizza
I love Greek style chicken. The herbs. The feta. The tartness form the vinegar and lemon. I love everything about it especially becasue you can bake a bunch… Read More »
Greek Style Roasted Chicken
I appreciate how hard my husband works. He’s smart. He’s a hard worker. He is very thoughtful. Did I forget handsome? My hubby has been traveling a great… 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. 