Beginning this week, all children in Aurora will have access to free, nutritious meals all Summer. Through the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program, the Northern Illinois Food Bank will offer its Meals on the Move program for Aurora children 18 years old and younger. Free and nutritious boxed meals will
As of Monday, June 6, the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry has moved all distributions outdoors as a drive-thru, due to a much-needed replacement of the roof. Indoor distributions will resume June 27. Distributions during the drive-thru procedure will be Monday-Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. All
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) package fusilli (spiral) pasta3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 pound provolone cheese, grated1/2 pound sliced pepperoni, cut in half1 large green bell pepper, cut into half-inch pieces1 (10 ounce) can black olives, drained1 (10 ounce) can of peas1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos, drained1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad
Discouraging highly-processed foods, “Eat real food to be really healthy” said Dr. Richard Steslow, DO, at the Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora Thursday, May 19, meeting.
Ingredients1 bunch thin asparagus spears, trimmed3 tablespoons olive oil1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 clove garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) Directions1. Preheat an oven to 425 F. 2. Place the asparagus into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the
Ingredients1 tablespoon olive oil4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves1 onion, chopped1/2 pint sour cream1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese1 tablespoon dried parsley1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce1 tablespoon chili powder1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper1 clove garlic, minced8 (10 inch) flour tortillas1 (12 ounce)
Aurora post office workers and Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry volunteers load a truck from the Aurora pantry with food collected from postal patrons May 14.
During the regular mail delivery, or, earlier in the morning, volunteers and members of the NALC (National Association of Letter Carriers) will hold the annual Nation-wide, non-perishable items, food drive. Items go adjacent to delivery sites. Donations stay in communities.
Ingredients1/4 cup olive oil2 tablespoons lemon juice3 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into one-inch pieces1 (6 ounce) container plain Greek-style yogurt1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, squeezed of water, and grated1 tablespoon olive oil2 teaspoons white vinegar6 wooden skewers, or as
Ingredients2 1/2 cups white sugar1 1/2 cups butter, softened4 eggs3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1 teaspoon lemon extract2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon lemon zest Directions1. Preheat oven to 325F. Grease and flour a Bundt pan. 2. Beat white
Are you a fan of shows such as Master Chef Junior or Kids Baking Championship? Do you know a young person who aspires to be a chef? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will present a virtual program at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14 with teen chef Owen Dodson on
The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post 395 will be host to an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Mother’s Day, from 8 p.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, May 8. Menu items include scrambled eggs, egg casserole, potatoes, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, and made-to-order omelets. The breakfast will
Ingredients2 tablespoons butter2 onions, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 ½ tablespoons curry powder2 ½ teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground turmeric¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)½ teaspoon ground black pepper¼ teaspoon ground ginger¼ ground cinnamon1 pound ground beef2 potatoes, diced2 tomatoes, diced Directions1. Melt butter in a large wok or skillet over medium heat;
Ingredients2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided1 onion, sliced into rings1 tablespoon honey2 skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips1/2 cup barbeque sauce1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 tablespoon cumin8 (10 inch) flour tortillas Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F. 2. In a large, deep skillet, heat 1
Patrons pick up free brooms and food products April 14 at Eola Public Library parking lot.
Ingredients12 ounces plain yogurt2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon black pepper1/2 teaspoon ground cloves2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger6 cloves garlic, minced5 teaspoons paprika3 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground coriander16 chicken thighs Directions1. In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, salt, pepper, cloves, and ginger. Mix in garlic, paprika,
The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post 395 will be host to an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Easter Sunday, April 17 at 510 E. Dearborn Street, Plano. Menu items include scrambled eggs, egg casserole, potatoes, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, and
Ingredients4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/8 inch slices1 onion, sliced into rings3 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups milk1 cup sour cream2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 400F. Butter a 1 quart casserole dish. 2. In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium
State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is working with State representative Stephanie Kifowit and Mutual Ground, a non-profit organization that supports victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and those impacted by substance abuse disorders, to provide necessary cleaning products. “Assisting members of our community who are suffering is a priority for
Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry will distribute food and household products to women only on Thursday, April 14, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Aurora Public Library Eola Branch, 555 S. Eola Road in Aurora. Women are invited. Admission and parking are free. Identification and registration are not required.
