By Jenna SchweikertCapitol News Illinoisjschweikert@capitolnewsillinois.com As households across Illinois brace to lose their federal food assistance this month, grocery stores, especially independent grocers across the state, are preparing for the devastating effects of decreased spending. For some independent grocers, whose profit margins average 2%, a decrease in consumer spending associated
The Free Plano Food Pantry will allow attendees to get a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, and eggs, Friday, May 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 200 N Center Street, Plano. Bring a food pantry card, if you
The City of Aurora government will host its Spring Food Truck Festival, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, May 15. Many trucks will line up on Benton Street between River Street and Broadway (IL Route 25) in the heart of downtown Aurora, to serve a diverse array of culinary
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) can salmon, drained and flaked2 eggs1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons finely chopped onion1/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 pinch red pepper flakes1 tablespoon vegetable oilDressing:2 tablespoons light mayonnaise1 tablespoon lemon juice1 pinch dried basil Directions1. In a medium bowl,
Kiwanis Club of Aurora members and others pose for a photo while helping with the National Association of Letter Carrier’s national “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive at the Aurora Post Office, May 9.
The National Association of Letter Carriers and the National Rural Letter Carriers Association will partner with Loaves & Fishes Community Services during the 34th Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Saturday, May 9. Each year, residents are encouraged to place healthy, unexpired, non-perishable items in bags by their mailboxes on
The Free Plano Food Pantry will allow attendees to get a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, and eggs, Friday, May 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 200 N Center Street, Plano. Bring a food pantry card, if you
Ingredients1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast, cut into 6 to 8 chunks1/2 cup beef broth1/4 cup and 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar1/4 cup fresh lime juice4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced5 cloves garlic, chopped1 tablespoon ground cumin1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried cilantro1 tablespoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon ground cloves3
Ingredients1 (10.75 ounce) package frozen prepared pound cake, thawed and cut into 9 slices3/4 cup strong brewed coffee3/4 cup white sugar1/3 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream1/4 cup chocolate syrup1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese2 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup crushed Heath Bar Directions1. Arrange cake slices on bottom of a rectangular
Ingredients2 1/2 cups cooked quinoa1 1/4 cup fat-free feta cheese1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella or cheddar1 cup marinated artichoke hearts (in oil)1 cup chopped spinach1 cup diced cherry tomatoes1/2 cup skim milk1 teaspoon crushed or minced garlic1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon parsley1 teaspoon onion powderSea salt and course black pepper
Ingredients1/4 cup sliced almonds2 tablespoons sesame oil2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon white sugar2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely-gratedsalt and ground black pepper to taste2 (16 ounce) packages shelled edamame (green soybeans)1 (15 ounce) can baby corn, drained and cut into bite-size pieces1 (8 ounce)
Scouting America Boy Troop 26 will hold a pancake breakfast and bake sale fundraiser Sunday, April 12. The public is invited. The event will take place from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Connor Hall at Holy Angels Church, 180 S. Russell Ave. in Aurora. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1 cup beef broth1/2 cup onion, diced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon yellow mustard4 hamburger buns, split8 dill pickle slices Directions1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly
Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped2 teaspoons chili powder2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained2 (8.75 ounce) cans corn, drained1 (16 ounce) container sour cream2 cups fresh salsa5 cups crushed plain tortilla chips3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese1 large fresh tomato, finely chopped3 green onions, chopped Directions1.
Sons of Norway Polar Star Lodge 5-472, will host a free, two-hour, lefse-cooking class from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 1233 Douglas Ave., Montgomery. The public is invited. Viola “Vi” Skogen of Montgomery, a Polar Star member and lefse chef for 67
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice1 cup water6 green bell peppers2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 clove of garlic, minced1/4 teaspoon onion powdersalt and pepper to taste1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Place the rice and water in
Kiwanis Club of Aurora president and main chef, Lucas Albright, points at the many pancakes and sausages to be served at the 75th Annual Kiwanis Club of Aurora Pancake Breakfast, March 14 at Aurora Central Catholic High School.
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.
Ingredients2 tablespoons butter2 cups chopped onion1 cup white button mushrooms, diced1 stalk celery, minced1 cup frozen corn kernels1 cup clam juice4 cups diced potatoes2 cloves of garlic, minced2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2 inch cubes2 (6.5 oz) cans of minced clams in clam juice1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning1/2 teaspoon black
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street.
