Families, let’s get cooking!
We know that children who help prepare meals with their families eat better, but most importantly they hold dear memories of time spent with their families in the… Read More »
Elise’s Outrageous Banana Muffins with Maple Glaze
Our neighborhood, blanketed in a covering of fresh snow, sparkles in the sunlight. Rare to this part of the country, the neighbors get ready for an afternoon of… Read More »
Meals on Wheels in need of volunteer drivers for the summer months
I love being active within my community. A need has been brought to my attention. Please read the following request. I am looking forward to helping Meals on… Read More »
Recipes to make with your family on Cinco de Mayo
This picture was taken years back. For me this picture brings back many wonderful and vivid memories! Each summer I look forward to having families over to learn… Read More »
Win a 4-Slice Waffle Maker from our friends at Cuisinart!
CONGRATULATIONS to Wendy Hawley, winner of the Cuisinart Waffle Maker! Thanks to all who sent in entries. I thoroughly enjoyed reading all of them, was touched beyond measure… Read More »
Hosting a medieval mystery dinner is fun, fun, fun!
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! A Medieval Dinner Mystery is in your future! Who doesn’t enjoy the combination of food and entertainment? What could be better than getting the… Read More »
Lemon Meringue Pie
Ever have your home painted and feel inspired? My master bedroom and bath are now a warm, buttery yellow color…White Raisin from Sherwin Williams to be exact and… Read More »
Spaghetti and Meatballs
On certain evenings the phone would ring in our apartment upstairs from my grandmother. My grandmother would say, “Come downstairs and eat, sweetheart!” She was serving one of… Read More »
Soft greens with berries and balsamic dressing
Michael, a young man in Raleigh, North Carolina recently posted a question on the Cooking with Elise facebook page. Michael was looking for a great-tasting and easy salad… Read More »
Any Day of the Week Meatloaf!
My mother loves meatloaf! The last time they came to visit us in Raleigh, North Carolina I made this recipe for her and she loved it! Leftovers make… Read More »
It’s Difficult to Think Anything but Pleasant Thoughts While Eating a Homegrown Tomato
My family just adores this Tomato Relish! It is super easy to make and will save you money! We all know how much these relishes can cost in… 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. 