Potato-Crusted Portuguese Quiche
My youngest son Alex has to work during lunch today and so a substantial breakfast was in order. My sons Nate and Alex and Nate’s girlfriend made breakfast… Read More »
Portuguese Kale Soup
Growing up in a Portuguese family in Fall River, Massachusetts, I enjoyed my Grandmother Isabel’s Portuguese Kale Soup, also known as “Caldo Verde” immensely. Portuguese Kale Soup is… Read More »
Summer’s Here! New England Chourico Dogs
Summer has begun and we enjoyed some good old chourico franks on the grill! Growing up in Fall River, Massachusetts, I remember my parents packing up these flavorful… Read More »
Breakfast Pizza
Oh, what a wonderful pizza for breakfast, brunch, lunch OR dinner! I love Mello’s chourico products because they are very lean. This flavorful pizza is great anytime, but… Read More »
Spicy Portuguese Hash
Growing up in a Portuguese family in New England, I had the pleasure of enjoying chourico in various ways. Portuguese chouriço is made with pork, fat, wine, paprika… Read More »
Chicken, Shrimp and Scallop Paella
Paella I love it! I love it! I love it! One of my all-time favorite recipes, made only for very special occasions, is my Paella. This recipe will… 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. 