Getting to the ROOT of my problem -Turnip Farmers Tell All
I have to admit that last year when the Food Network invited bloggers like me to share our tips, tricks and recipes for turnips I had to really… Read More »
The SECRET to the Best Underdressed Potato Salad
We’ve been enjoying this extended holiday weekend and my hubby’s vacation. Last night our dear Amanda came over for an evening menu which included our Asian burgers, grilled… 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 »
Milky Sweet Corn on the Cob
This morning we awoke to sunny skies, cool temperatures and a great breeze after last night’s beautiful but severe thunderstorm. After breakfast I enjoyed a lovely walk in… Read More »
Kid-Friendly Side: Zesty Tortellini Salad
The folks at the Food Network have asked bloggers like me to share our favorite kid-friendly recipes with you this week. I did not have to think very… Read More »
Good For You Guacamole, a sensational no-cook side
I’m excited! The weather where we live has been BEAUTIFUL! The outdoors are calling us so I am grilling some skirt steak for fajitas this evening. While shopping… Read More »
A Sensational Side: Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Trying to lose weight before your son’s November wedding is a giant feat especially when developing recipes like this orzo salad which just became one of my most… Read More »
Asian Broccoli Salad
My son Alexander was still being homeschooled when the first “Cooking with Elise” cooking TV segments aired on the My Carolina Today show on NBC-17 in 2010. As… Read More »
Broccoli, two delicious ways!
A couple of weeks ago, BJ’s Wholesale Clubs asked me to create two delicious recipes featuring kale. I got to share my kale salad and crispy kale chips… Read More »
Creamed Spinach
This Sunday our family table enjoyed delicious grilled steaks with chimichurri sauce, steakhouse baked potatoes, creamed spinach and grilled salad. We were not at a restaurant but around… Read More »
Steakhouse Baked Potatoes
I love baked potatoes especially baked potatoes massaged with vegetable oil and sprinkled with kosher baked in the oven until the skin is crispy on the outside and… Read More »
Vavo’s Stewed Potatoes
I have teamed up with Food Network and other bloggers who love food to begin contributing to a series called the Comfort Food Feast. So, we’ve all enjoyed… 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. 