Let’s Eat!

Fuss-free, flavorful recipes for every occasion.

Dessert, Holiday Elise Smith Dessert, Holiday Elise Smith

Cranberry Gingersnap Cheesecake Parfaits

I am ALL about a make-ahead dish when it comes to all the holiday festivities and hosting and you cannot go wrong with these incredibly delicious cranberry gingersnap cheesecake parfaits! So do yourself a favor and whip up these insanely flavorful and fun parfaits for your next event!

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Snacks, Sweets Elise Smith Snacks, Sweets Elise Smith

Banana (Chia) Pudding

There’s something so nostalgic about banana pudding. My favorite way to eat it growing up was with Nilla wafers layered in to add a crunchy sweet treat to sop up all that creamy, banana flavor! This is my healthier, gluten-free version, great for dessert or a nice afternoon snack!

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About Elise

What Would Ina Do?

Hi there! I’m Elise, the foodie behind Coppedge Kitchen where I share my meal prep and recipes. Raised on the Barefoot Contessa, I fell in love with cooking for others, and in 2020, followed my signature mantra (What would Ina do?).

I took a leap of faith to quit my job in Finance for culinary school and quickly found my niche cooking balanced, nourishing meals for families in Dallas, TX-my hometown. 

I view food, not just as fuel, but something that brings others together. It’s my goal to make and share memorable, flavorful meals that are accessible and fun to make. I hope that by sharing my services and recipes with you, I’m able to bring you one step closer to those special moments around the table.