Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry will be host to, not only its annual Garden Harvest Dinner, but two additional events, Lunch and Brunch in Marie’s Garden Saturday, Aug. 15 and Sunday, Aug. 30. It will be a celebration of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, all from the garden. In lieu of the
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
Outdoor dining has become a hit in downtown Aurora. Since being allowed to open by State directives for outdoor dining May 29, downtown restaurants and patrons alike are enjoying the option. “Our sales have increased, and we’re looking at ways to offer permanent outdoor dining,” said Dan Emerson, owner of
Ingredients2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3/4 cup mayonnaise1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained1/4 cup diced hot jalapeno peppers, with juice1 cup diced mild jalapeno peppers, drained1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions1. Stir together cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a
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
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
More than 125 cars were lined up early by 7 a.m. Monday for the Aurora Pop-Up Pantry at Phillips Park! A city press release said approximately 100 volunteers distributed free food starting at 9 a.m.. Volunteers included youth, Mayor’s Office Service Team, Aurora Emergency Management Agency, Maya Angelou Academy, Quad
Geneva-based Northern Illinois Food Bank will distribute free food to the public at a pop-up market from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, June 29, at Phillips Park in Aurora. Anyone in need is welcome. Monday, the food bank will hold a pop-up market from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at
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
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 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
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.
Illinois outdoor seating at restaurants, available for the first time Friday, May 29 with the improvement in numbers of COVID-19 cases, finds variations in various communities. Outside dining is a part of O’Malley’s Pub and Eatery in Aurora.
Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora will deliver dinner to Mutual Ground domestic violence shelter in Aurora Thursday, May 28. Reverend John Bell, pastor, said “We will deliver a meal to the residents and staff members of Mutual Ground for their dinner. We will order Taqueria tacos and sides for
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,
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
Banana Split ice cream receives modest separation from customers Tuesday afternoon who stand in line for service at the Aurora site.
The village of Montgomery, Montgomery Foundation, Engineering Enterprises, Inc. (EEI) and atlasGO announced Friday, May 1, a partnership for “Miles for Meals,” a 31 miles in 31 days virtual run/walk challenge. All proceeds will benefit the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry. Centerpiece of the challenge is atlasGO (www.atlasgo.org), a fitness
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.
