Cindy Sansale recently joined The Just Food Initiative (JFI) of the Fox Valley as a part-time administrative assistant, to fill the vacancy created by the departure of Annamae Hill. Cindy Sansale comes to JFI with extensive experience in administration, particularly from her job at the Amoco Research Center in Naperville,
Waubonsie Valley High School, 2590 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, will be the site for a “Pollo (chicken) and Rice Palooza” giveaway Saturday, Sept. 5, from 9 a.m. until 84,000 pounds of food are distributed. Admission is free. Ten pounds of chicken and rice will be distributed per family. Amigos Meat Chicago
Ingredients15 ounces dried soba noodles1 1/2 teaspoons dark sesame oil1/3 cup rice vinegar1/3 cup soy saucejuice from one limezest of one lime2 tablespoons brown sugar2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, or to taste1 cup finely grated carrot1/4 cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro Directions1. In
Executive chef Chris Koetke prepares a hot Asian carp meal for the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora to serve last week.
Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry, 1110 Jericho Road in Aurora, will hold a drive-thru food giveaway from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. The public is invited. Food is free. Items include meat, produce, dairy, a bag of sliced bread to include French bread, rolls or buns, pasta,
Ingredients1 1/2 cups light brown sugar1 cup soy sauce1/2 cup pineapple juice1/2 cup water1/4 cup vegetable oil3 large garlic cloves, chopped4 pounds boneless round steak, cut into 1/4-inch slicesbamboo skewers, soaked in water Directions1. Whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, water, vegetable oil, and garlic together in a large bowl;
Ingredients1/2 cup uncooked white rice1/2 cup nori (roasted seaweed), crumbled1 English cucumber, cut into 1 inch strips2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and cubed2 cups shredded imitation crabmeat2 teaspoons wasabi powder, or to taste1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 cup rice wine vinegar1 tablespoon white sugar1 teaspoon sesame oil1 tablespoon sesame seeds
State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, in coordination with the Kane Senior Council and State representative Barbara Hernandez, will be hosts to a free Food Distribution Drive-Thru event for seniors from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, at the Aurora Police Department, 1200 E. Indian Trail Road in Aurora.
A long line of cars is in place Monday morning in Aurora’s Phillips Park prior the opening of the third pop-up pantry food distribution this Summer.
Ingredients1/2 cup mayonnaise1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese2 cloves garlic, chopped4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts4 slices of prosciutto Directions1. Preheat oven to 375 F. 2. In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, spinach, feta cheese, and garlic until well blended. Set aside. 3.
As the effects of COVID-19 continue to impact our communities, food insecurity levels continue to rise. Aurora is coming together, once again, to fill in the gap. The City of Aurora will host its third communitywide Pop-Up Food Pantry from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Aug. 10 at Phillips Park,
Ingredients8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring1 tablespoon molasses1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon paprika3 teaspoons minced garlic1/3 tablespoon of red pepper hot sauce1/4 cup olive oil Directions1. Mix together Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki
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
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
