Al-Motubug or Stuffed Pastry
Travel the world with your children right in your own home! No passports are needed. Children learn to appreciate and respect other cultures by learning about them and… Read More »
Caramelized Rosemary Onions
With the Fourth of July drawing near, this wonderful side dish, is the perfect accompaniment to most grilling recipes. I roast this dish in the oven, but was… Read More »
Slow Cooked Brisket
What could be better than a slo- cooked beef brisket with a thick and tasty sauce on a Sunday afternoon? This brisket turned out to be amazing! This… Read More »
Sauteed Chicken Breasts over Creamed Spinach
Last night’s dinner was delicious and better yet, it was super easy and quick! I was happily working on the upcoming fundraiser, Wheels for Samantha, when I looked… Read More »
Shepherd’s Pie with Onion Gravy
Our family had the pleasure of vacationing in England in 2005. We not only enjoyed the picturesque views, history and adorable thatched roofed homes, but the Shepherd’s Pie… Read More »
Vavo’s Pan Fried Portuguese Fish with Red Gravy
My Grandmother’s Pan Fried Fish with Red Gravy and Stewed Potatoes Cherished memories of growing up in Fall River, Massachusetts, still make me smile. “It’s almost time to… 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 »
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 »
Chili con Carne
Chili con Carne means “chili with meat” in Spanish. The history of chili goes way back, and although Texans often take credit for this dish, no one really… Read More »
How to Make Caramelized Onions … Oh, So Easy!
Benjamin Franklin once said, “He that can have Patience, can have what he will” With a little patience, you can easily make caramelized onions! The key to cook… 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 »
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 »
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. 