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Janice Elliott works as a program leader for Collier County Parks and Recreation, at the Golden Gate Community Center. She plans to retire this month and is considering starting her own business, maybe one that involves cooking, she said. She is the mother of six and grandmother of eight.

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Janice Elliott works as a program leader for Collier County Parks and Recreation, at the Golden Gate Community Center. She plans to retire this month and is considering starting her own business, maybe one that involves cooking, she said. She is the mother of six and grandmother of eight.

Why do you like to cook?

I love to cook probably because I have a big family and all of them love to eat.

Where does that love for cooking come from?

When my kids were growing up I had to cook for them and now I have grandchildren and in-laws. Everybody comes and I just love it. I enjoy working in the kitchen. I love all my bowls and pans and dishes.

Are you creative in the kitchen?

I think so. I never stick to a recipe. I can have a recipe in front of me but I always have to add my two cents to it.

What’s your most famous plate?

I am known for my meatballs, my Italian meatballs. Everybody that has ever tasted them say, “Jan, gee, would you make meatballs today?”

Where did you learn to prepare meatballs?

I actually learned from my ex-husband’s mother who was Italian.

Do you cook for yourself or do you prefer to eat outside?

I don’t like to eat at home alone; I rather go out and eat. But I love to eat at home when people are coming.