The Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley will hold a fundraiser with Katerina’s Authentic Greek Cuisine of Batavia Food pickup will take place between noon and 5 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 16 at Lumes Restaurant, 1902 Fabian Parkway, Batavia. Pick up will be at the front door of Lumes
September marks Hunger Action Month and the timing could not be more symbolic for Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry (MWFP) volunteers working on the front lines to feed Aurora area residents. As Summer winds to an end, MWFP volunteers are working overtime to benefit those in the community who are fighting
Last of three parts The second part is at thevoice.us/watermelon-healthful-benefits-helps-heart-stops-cancer Ocean Robbins of Food Revolution Network writes about one of summertimes favorite foods: Watermelons. “Watermelons are among the largest and heaviest fruits available at most grocery stores, but is lugging them home worth the effort? One study among 22 athletically-trained
By Evelyn EsslingAurora, Ill. AMITA Health Mercy Medical Center must have the largest amount of waste food in their garbage collection bins. Unfortunately, my husband had to be a guest in that place more times than we care to remember.. Starting in June 2019 he was in for, what the
Ingredients3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 tablespoon ground cinnamon3 eggs1 cup vegetable oil2 ¼ cups white sugar3 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups grated zucchini1 cup chopped walnuts Directions1. Preheat oven for 375F and lightly grease a baking pan. 2. In a microwave safe bowl, mix the
Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora will hold a drive-through barbecue dinner fundraiser from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, at Aurora Advent Christian Church, 905 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Proceeds will benefit the club’s anti-diabetes programs. Included are diabetes research, education and wellness, Americans
Aurora mayor Richard Irvin offers a driver a backpack filled with school supplies during a pop-up food pantry by Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry at Georgetown Elementary School in Aurora August 14.
Second of three parts The first part is at thevoice.us/watermelon-one-of-the-most-beloved-fruits-in-the-world Ocean Robbins of Food Revolution Network writes about one of Summer’s favorite foods. Watermelons. “Watermelons are among the largest and heaviest fruits available at most grocery stores, but is lugging them home worth the effort? The three most popular types
A free canning seminar will take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, at the St. Charles Public Library, 1 S. 6th Avenue, St. Charles. All are invited to join Kathy Jankovic, former instructor of culinary arts at Geneva High School, during the seminar, which is entitled “I Can! So
By M Grace GrzanekBatavia, Ill. Many may attribute it to old age, such as, he’s getting old and forgetful and must have dementia! No so. Dementia is not a disease of old age, rather a disease resulting from a lifetime of poor food choices. It drastically changes your mind. Dementia
Ingredients3 tablespoons soy sauce3 tablespoons tomato sauce1 tablespoon peanut oil2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1 pinch ground black pepper1 pinch ground cumin6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cubed1 tablespoon vegetable oil1/4 cup minced onion1 clove garlic, peeled and minced1 cup water1/2 cup chunky peanut butter2 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons
Aurora Noon Lions Club will hold a pork-chop dinner fundraiser from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22. at Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Prairie Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Patrons may pick up dinners in a drive-thru or eat in the center. Proceeds will benefit
Are you interested in saving money on groceries and prolonging the life of your food? Fox Valley residents John and Char Johnson-Dunlop will make a presentation at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Gail Borden Public Library, 751 W. Bowes Road, Elgin, for the program “I’m Freezing! Hope You
First of three parts Ocean Robbins of Food Revolution Network writes about one of Summer’s favorite foods: Watermelons. “Watermelons are among the largest and heaviest fruits available at most grocery stores, but is lugging them home worth the effort? Are they nutritious, or just a bunch of water and sugar?
Ingredients1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil¼ cup minced onion2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper2 tablespoons minced celerysalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon capers1 ¼ pounds fresh wild salmon, coarsely chopped¼ cup mayonnaise¼ cup panko bread crumbs2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 pinch cayenne pepper1 pinch paprika1 tablespoon panko bread crumbs, or
Ingredients2 pounds ground beef2 tablespoons taco seasoning1 onion, chopped2 teaspoons minced garlic1 (2 ounce) can black olives, sliced1 (4 ounce) can diced green chili peppers1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers1 (16 ounce) jar taco sauce2 (16 ounce) cans refried beans24 (8 inch) flour tortillas9 ounces shredded
Ingredients1/3 cup rice vinegar1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions2 teaspoons sesame oil4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to 1/2 inch thicknesssalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 egg, beaten1 cup panko
Ingredients3 tablespoons vegetable oil1 cup uncooked long-grain rice1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2 teaspoons taco seasoning1/4 cup chopped onion1/2 cup tomato sauce2 cups chicken broth Directions1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add rice. Cook and stir constantly until puffed and golden. While rice is
Ingredients5 1/2 ounces goat cheese2 cups coarsely chopped arugula, stems included1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes1/3 cup olive oil3 cloves of garlic, minced1/4 cup pine nuts1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon salt8 ounces penne pasta Directions1. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. While the
Ingredients1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced5 tablespoons soy sauce2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar1/4 cup chopped green onion2 tablespoons minced garlic2 tablespoons sesame seeds2 tablespoons sesame oil1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions1. Place the beef in a shallow dish. Combine soy sauce, sugar, green onion, garlic, sesame seeds, sesame oil, and
