Grilled Lemon Garlic and Herb Chicken
With grilling season upon us, our family loves this very flavorful recipe and it is great with a big refreshing salad! When marinating food in plastic storage bags… Read More »
Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding
I decided to make Jamaican Jerk Chicken, which is something I had not made before. I also decided that I wanted to experiment with a Jamaican dessert, and… Read More »
Tropical Banana Bread
Pineapple, lemon, almonds, coconut…how can this bread be bad? Grease a 5 x 9-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Preheat your oven to… Read More »
The Land of Summer Squash Plenty
If you are fortunate enough to have a garden, or a friend with one, you are probably interested in new ways to prepare the squash you’ve got coming… Read More »
Isaiah 58 Project and a Heartcheck
On Sunday, January 9, 2011, I got ready for church service as I always do by picking out my clothing, showering, blow drying my hair and putting on… Read More »
Creamy Polenta with Rosemary and Roasted Garlic
My hubby and I recently celebrated twenty years of marriage. Michael took me to The Second Empire Restaurant in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. We both thoroughly enjoyed each… Read More »
Giveaway: Set of Six Fun Family Cookbooks
Congratulations to, Amy Warren, of Wake Forest, NC! You are the winner! Enjoy! ~Elise Imagine your family and friends gathered around the warmth of a campfire, whether it… Read More »
Father’s Day recipes that show Dad how special he is
Food and love are undeniably connected, so why not show Dad how special he is by preparing him a nice breakfast? Here are some recipes that will show… Read More »
Top Ten Foodie Gifts for Father’s Day
I don’t care how poor a man is; if he has family, he’s rich. ~M*A*S*H, Colonel Potter Search no longer for the perfect gift for your father or… Read More »
St. Lucia’s Buns
I make these delicious, comforting Swedish buns every summer with my students in my Kid’s Culinary Adventure Camp. My family also enjoys these buns as well! Did you… Read More »
Sweet Green Tea
Did you know that June is National Iced Tea month? Neither did I! Thanks, Lori! Reward yourself with a nice cold glass of sweet tea WITHOUT the sugar… Read More »
Barbecue Baked Beans
We celebrate our eldest son’s birthday in July and we love celebrating with a big ole cookout! These beans are among Nate’s favorite side dishes and so on… 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. 