Coloring sheets from Aurora Public Library District (APLD) attract youth at a back-to-school fair Saturday, July 27 in Marie's Garden in Aurora.
Ingredients4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup distilled white vinegar1/4 cup white sugar2 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 cup grated carrot2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers Directions1. Bring a large pot of...
Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley will be host to a one-day farmers market from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 28 at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 1855 Fifth Avenue, Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. The Church is wheelchair accessible. The market...
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper1/4 cup finely chopped carrots2 cloves garlic, minced1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil5 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.1 cup cottage cheese1 egg, beaten3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan...
Think Farmers’ Markets are too expensive? Not true at the new Family Fest Fresh Market in SouthEast Aurora. Created specially for the food-desert households of SouthEast neighborhoods, this market features discount options on high-quality, superior foods that build health and taste superb. Double dollars, up to $50.00 worth of food,...
Ingredients1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1/2 cup white sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1/8 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded zucchini1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts Directions1. Preheat oven to 350...
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,...
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed1/2 green bell pepper, diced1/2 onion, minced3 cloves garlic, minced1 egg1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon Thai chili sauce or hot sauce2/3 cup bread crumbs Directions1. If grilling, preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil a sheet of...
Ingredients10 popsicle sticks5 ripe bananas, peeled and cut in half1 (16 ounce) bag semisweet chocolate chips1 tablespoon butter8 tablespoons unsweetened toasted coconut flakes4 tablespoons chopped almondswax paper Directions1. Insert one popsicle stick into the cut end of each banana. Place the bananas on a wax paper covered baking sheet and...
Aurora’s Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry opened a series of seven free outdoor cooking classes by area chefs Saturday, June 15. The inaugural class, “Easy Summer Salads,” took place at Marie’s Garden Kitchen, 835 N. Highland Avenue in Aurora, part of an urban farm affiliated with the pantry on Aurora’s west...
Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance will be host to Men Who Cook fundrasier from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 29 at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 10 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora. In addition to the curbside pickup event, there will be a classic car show. —Peggy Hicks...
Ingredients1 ripe avocado, sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper to taste1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder4 hamburger buns4 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices provolone cheese Directions1. In a small bowl, combine sliced avocado, lemon juice, and mayonnaise and...
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Plano schools will offer free bag breakfasts at two school buildings during June. Children 18 and under can pick up a free breakfast bag at Plano High School between the hours of 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. at P.H. Miller School...
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...
Ingredients2 pounds ground beef1/4 pound of bacon (about 5 slices)1/2 onion, grated1 egg1 tablespoon grill seasoning (equal parts ground black pepper, kosher salt, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder)1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons minced garlic1/2 tablespoon adobo sauce and chipotle chile pureesalt and pepper to...
Ingredients6 eggs10 red potatoes, chopped2 cloves garlic1 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup ranch dressing1/3 cup dill pickle relish2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/8 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon celery seed1 onion, chopped1/4 cup pepperoncini, deseeded and diced Directions1. In a small pot add water and bring to a...
Ingredients2 pounds pork tenderloin1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 onion, thinly sliced1 stalk celery, chopped1/2 pound sliced mushrooms2 cups red wine1 (.75 ounce) packet dry brown gravy mix Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F and heat a skillet to high heat. 2. Add oil to pan and...
Spartan House, 1032 Prairie Street, Aurora, will donate 10% of a check to the Exchange Club of Aurora Wednesday, June 5. Just mention the Exchange Club of Aurora to your server. Dine-in only. Excludes alcohol and any other promotions. The Exchange Club of Aurora was founded in 1937 and supports...
Ingredients1 cup olive oil1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 lemon, juiced2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce3 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon ketchup2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails attachedwood skewers (soaked in water 30 minutes Directions1. In a mixing bowl, mix together...
Ingredients4 large baking potatoes1/2 cup of bacon bits1 cup plain Greek yogurt1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese8 green onions, sliced Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F. 2. Bake potatoes in preheated oven for 1 hour. 3. When potatoes...
