Ingredients1 (16 ounce) can refried beans1 pound ground beef1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mixolive oil4 (6 inch) corn tortillas8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese8 tablespoons sour cream2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped2 green onion, chopped1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained1/2 avocado, diced1 tablespoon black olives, sliced Directions1. Heat the
From farm to table to trash can, what happens to food is bigger than leftovers. Producing food uses valuable resources like water and fuel, and when uneaten food ends up in landfills, it contributes to financial losses, social inequity, and environmental harm. Illinois households are invited to be part of
Our Legacy Initiative (OLI) has launched The OLI Patriotic Garden, a movement inspired by the Victory Gardens of World War I and World War II. During the war efforts, American families came together to grow their own fruits and vegetables to help ensure the nation had plenty of fresh food
The free Plano Food Pantry will offer a box of canned goods, fresh fruit, and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 17 at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring a food pantry card, if you have one. If
Ingredients4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon kosher salt1 pound ground beef3 tablespoons grated onion3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper28 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Directions1. Mash the
Aurora Fastpitch Softball Association (AFSA) will hold “BBQ at the Ballpark Night,” a fundraiser, Friday, July 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Pierce Field, 1255 Jackson St., Aurora. Food will be provided by 5Bs barbecue, with three meal options: Two pork chops, a half chicken or a combo.
Ingredients1 teaspoon vegetable oil1 (4 pound) pork shoulder roast1 cup barbeque sauce1/2 cup apple cider vinegar1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup light brown sugar1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon chili powder1 extra large onion, chopped2 large cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon liquid smoke1 teaspoon lemon juice8 hamburger buns, split2
Ingredients1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed1 green bell pepper, chopped1 red bell pepper, chopped1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels1 red onion, chopped1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons fresh lime
By Molly A. WallaceMedill Illinois News Bureaunews@capitolnewsillinois.com President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” severely impacted two of Illinois’ most economically vulnerable groups: The hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans set to lose Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food assistance this year and the small farmers who are losing them as
Ingredients1 ripe avocado, sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper to taste4 hamburger buns4 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices provolone cheese Directions1. In a small bowl, combine sliced avocado, lemon juice, and mayonnaise and blend until smooth. Preheat an outdoor
Ingredients2 pounds ground beef1/4 pound of bacon (about 5 slices)1/2 onion, grated1 egg1 tablespoon grill seasoning1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons minced garlic1 1/4 tablespoons adobo sauce and chipotle chile pureesalt and pepper to taste8 slices smoked Gouda8 hamburger buns Directions1. Preheat an outdoor grill for
The Free Plano Food Pantry will take place Friday, June 19, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. All in need are welcome to pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and
Ingredients1/2 cup water1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 cup teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon crushed red pepper1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely-grated1/2 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup sliced green onions8 cloves garlic, minced1 pound raw shrimp, tails removed Directions1. In a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch,
The food trucks will be back for the 5th Montgomery Street Eats Festival presented by Brew Avenue Events in collaboration with the Village of Montgomery at Montgomery Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, June 12 along River Street in the iconic downtown Montgomery-area. The family-friendly event will have
Banana Split, 820 Church Rd., Aurora, will host a fundraiser to benefit SPARK, the early education initiative of Fox Valley United Way, Friday, June 12 from noon to 9 p.m.. A percentage of all proceeds from the day will support SPARK’s work connecting families with young children to high-quality early
Ingredients1 cup milk1 cup ice water1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate12 cubes of ice1/4 cup vanilla ice cream1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions1. In a blender combine milk, water, orange juice concentrate, ice cubes, vanilla ice cream, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth. Pour into three 12 oz glasses.
The Norsk Museum will officially open its 2026 season Saturday, June 6, with the annual Taste of Norway Breakfast and a full day of cultural events celebrating Norwegian American heritage through food, crafts, history, and community traditions. The event will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Norway
Ingredients1 ½ pounds lean ground beef1 cup crushed nacho flavored tortilla chips¾ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese1 small onion, diced1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix2 eggs, beaten½ cup milk¼ cup mild red taco sauce Directions1. Preheat the oven to 350F. 2. Thoroughly combine beef, tortilla chips, pepper Jack cheese,
Ingredients1/2 cup butter, melted1 cup white sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon lemon juice1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup chopped walnuts2 medium bananas, about 1 cup, mashed Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan. 2.
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
