Elise’s Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Look at those bubbles! Who doesn’t love a good pancake? How about a light and airy pancake with chocolate chips in it? Oh yeah! Here’ s my recipe…enjoy!… Read More »
Spinach Quiche
These scrumptious squares can be served any time of the day. You can experiment with different cheeses. This quiche can be made days ahead and kept in the… Read More »
Heavenly Chocolate Pudding
I loved living upstairs from my grandmother throughout my childhood. I vividly remember going into her kitchen as she’d be preparing supper. I would ask smiling, “Did you… Read More »
Refreshing Watermelon, Feta and Black Olive Salad
When the weather is as hot as it is today my go-to recipe is Watermelon, Feta and Black Olive Salad. During the hotter months of the year, I… Read More »
My Egg Roll Recipe and Tips on Making Delicious Egg Rolls Everytime!
Our family has been making these egg rolls for years! We look forward to making these every year when we celebrate Chinese New Year with family and friends… Read More »
Blueberry Pancakes with an Outrageous Maple Butter Syrup
I absolutely ADORE blueberry pancakes! We enjoy these delicious pancakes dinner during the summer months! 1 egg 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. raw honey or agave nectar… Read More »
Apple Spice Cake
This is probably one of my favorite cakes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9 x 13-in baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. You can also make… Read More »
My Dad’s Incredible Clam Cakes
My Dad has been making these New England favorites my whole life and I’ve never had another as good as his! When my parents visit us in NC,… Read More »
Elise’s Best Salsa
Salsa means sauce in Spanish, and its origins can be traced to the Incas, Mayans, and Aztecs. This is a healthy alternative to the store-bought salsa filled with… Read More »
Breakfast for Dinner
So, it’s 95 degrees outside and you don’t want to heat up the house with the oven and it’s definitely too hot to grill. Try this hearty and… Read More »
Outstanding Hummus and Toasted Pita Chips
The Best Hummus Recipe While living in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, North Carolina my parents and their friend Peachy came to visit us. She gave me this… Read More »
Our Family’s Favorite Multigrain Pizzas
Recipe makes one large pizza Is anyone in the mood for pizza? What if I told you that I’ve created a recipe that is absolutely delicious and healthy?… 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. 