Maple Banana Blueberry Bread
I remember visiting my son at Campbell University. He was in his last year at Campbell University. Although he lived on campus that year, he was only thirty… Read More »
Savory Bread Pudding
6 cups or so day-old sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (I like to leave the crust on) Today I used French bread and Rosemary Olive Oil bread-… Read More »
Apple Cranberry Crisp
Topping: 1/2 cup all purpose unbleached flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fresh or ground nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon… Read More »
My Grandmother’s Portuguese Stuffing
A staple at each holiday meal or special family gathering, our family has been making this stuffing since I was a child. This is not like any stuffing… Read More »
Firefighters Appreciation Day
But sound aloud the praises, and give the victor-crown To our noble-hearted Firemen, who fear not danger’s frown. ~Frederic G.W. Fenn, “Ode to our Firemen,” 1878 Friday, February… Read More »
Wholegrain Pumpkin Pie
Wholegrain Crust 2/3 rolled oats, ground fine in your food processor, or you can buy oat flour 1/3 cup whole wheat flour 1/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 2… Read More »
Our Favorite Ginger Cookies
I thought I wasn’t fond of Ginger Cookies until I made this recipe! Gather your family in the kitchen and make them together! Your house is about to… Read More »
Spiced Pear and Plum Sour Cream Coffee Cake
My neighbor Marcia gave me this recipe when I lived in New York. Over the years I’ve made several variations. In the fall I was preparing my menu… Read More »
May the Calling Commence!
Epic Realm Productions and I shot the four holiday videos yesterday. We invited a local family to join us and had a ball! I just love this time… 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. 