Olives marinated in an orange and herb-infused olive oil
Don’t you just love recipes that simply direct you to throw everything in a bowl? I do, so that’s why I created this recipe! In a large bowl,… Read More »
Shrimp in Green Sauce
4 lbs deveined shrimp, peeled 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil 6 cloves garlic ½ c. extra-virgin olive oil ½ of a Spanish onion 1 c. fresh parsley Handful… Read More »
Crispy New England Fish Cakes with Roasted Potato Fries
Who didn’t love fish sticks and fries as a kid? You will feel like a kid in a grown-ups body when you enjoy these delicious Fish Cakes. Served… Read More »
Sweet Potato Pancakes with Spiced Pecans
Looking for a recipe to utilize your leftover sweet potatoes after Thanksgiving? Well, you’ve come to right place! These pancakes are absolutely delicious! 2 c. King Arthur unbleached… Read More »
Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic Chips
The easiest green bean side you could hope for, this recipe packs a flavor punch. It’s not in the quantity but in the quality. 1 lb. fresh green… Read More »
Portuguese Omelets or “Tortellas” as my grandmother called them
My grandmother never threw food away! Leftovers were used to make another meal the next day. She’d boil a roast one day to flavor a soup, then the… Read More »
Citrus Marinated Pork Chops
1/2-inch thick pork chops 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 tablespoon… Read More »
Roasted Fig and Walnut Salad
This is a delicious recipe! Roasting slightly caramelizes the figs and creates flavorful browned bits that will season the vinaigrette. If you don’t have molasses on hand, use… Read More »
Oh, the things you can do with Hummus!
Oh, the things you can do with Hummus! Hummus is very good for you, especially if you are trying to eat a diet rich in protein. An expensive… Read More »
Mediterranean Baked Ziti
I had some Kalamata olives and a half a jar of sun-dried tomatoes in the refrigerator. What to do? What to do? In addition I needed a potluck… Read More »
Simple and Delicious Golden Hashbrowns
Ah, Mike and I awoke to a cool Sunday morning; fall is here we proclaimed! This morning it is a beautiful 74 degrees in Raleigh, North Carolina, so… Read More »
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 »
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. 