Coq au Vin
The French have expertly created the most delicious stews such as Beef Bourguignon, Bouillabaisse (a seafood stew), and the Cassoulet (a bean stew). This chicken stew will leave… Read More »
My Dad’s Delicious Beef Tips
We enjoyed Beef Tips yesterday for our Sunday dinner. The key to making Beef Tips is time, patience, and of course love. When properly attended to, Beef Tips… 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 »

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. 