Tips for cooking with herbs
“Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his… Read More »
Good breakfast choices for menopausal women and the men who love them
Many woman living with pre-menopause or menopause ask me about their diets. I am not a doctor, nor do I play one on television, but I do love… Read More »
Green Cardamom Chai Tea
I remember the first time I met Mike’s aunt. It was about 20 years ago. Aunt Hazel did not live very far from the airport and her home… Read More »
Italian Sausage Soup
There’s nothing quite like the smell of onions, celery and garlic cooking away! Add turkey sausage, spices, chicken broth and pasta and you’ve got an incredibly flavorful soup!… Read More »
Time to Sober Up!
Time for me to sober up! AM I ALONE? Did you overindulge during the holidays and are now trying to fit into your favorite pair of jeans? I… Read More »
Why does protein stick to pans?
Why does protein stick to metal pans and how I can avoid the sticking and tearing of the meat? This is one of the most frequently asked questions…. Read More »
Winter Fruit Salad
My parents were in town for a couple of weeks. Mom and I were invited to luncheon in my neighborhood and had a delightful time. We enjoyed this… Read More »
Tiropitas
I love Greek food! I was recently asked to make Tiropitas recently for a New Years Eve party. They came out very well. I adapted the Spanakopita recipe… Read More »
Top Ten Recipes of 2010
Here is my list of my top ten recipe picks of 2010. Not only are these recipes delicious, but they are meaningful and will be difficult to replace… Read More »
Spiked Southern Sweet Tea
8 cups water 7 orange pekoe tea bags 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/3 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice Two lemons, quartered Two plums quartered 1 cup high-proof… Read More »
New Years Eve Menu
Always thankful for another year filled with health and happiness, we love having company over for New Years Eve. Here are some of the appetizers we’ll be serving… Read More »
Linguine with White Clam Sauce
Linguine with White Clam Sauce Serves 4 to 6 Yesterday my friend and website designer, Denise Taawab, our friend, Carmen, and I found ourselves at Biaggi’s Restaurant 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. 