Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package linguini pasta2 tablespoons butter1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/4 cup butter1/4 cup white wine4 cloves garlic, minced1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley3/4 teaspoon dried basil1/4 cup milk1 pound cooked shrimp Directions1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add
Thirty-five volunteers gathered recently at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots, 811 South West Street, to glean any remaining vegetables following the closure of the seasonal garden plots for the year. Gleaning is the act of collecting excess fresh food from farms, gardens and other sources in order to provide
By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois mother of four and food delivery driver Aubrey Lewandowski says she immediately started rationing the food she had left after getting a text alerting her that her Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits may not come through next month. Lewandowski will be forced
By Ben SzalinskiCapitol News Illinoisbszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois joined 24 other states and the District of Columbia in suing the Donald Trump administration over plans to stop funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Saturday as the federal government shutdown continues. About 1.9 million people in Illinois, and about 42 million people
By Russ George Saturday, Nov. 1, will begin National Diabetes Awareness Month, observed to raise an awareness about diabetes, its prevention, and its management. National Diabetes Awareness Month is an opportunity to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of diabetes, which can help prevent serious health problems. Uncontrolled
Ingredients1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree4 eggs1/2 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce2/3 cup water2 cups sugar3 1/2 cups flour2 teaspoon baking soda1 1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon pumpkin spice1 cup walnuts1/2 cup raisins1 teaspoon nutmeg1/2 teaspoon cloves1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F.
Waubonsee Community College men’s and women’s basketball teams and coaches joined guests at the annual Aurora Lions Club ‘Great Pumpkin’ pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 25.
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its annual fall rummage and bake sales this weekend. Friday hours are 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the
Ingredients1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed1 cup apple cider4 pounds Macintosh apples – peeled, cored and chopped3/4 cup dark brown sugar1/2 cup apple brandy (apple cider can be a substitute)1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Directions1. In a large
Ingredients1 cup rinsed quinoa2 cups chicken broth4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic1 small onion, chopped2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into strips1 zucchini, diced1 tomato, diced4 ounces crumbled feta cheese8 fresh basil leaves1 tablespoon lime juice Directions1. Bring the quinoa and chicken broth to a boil in
Check out the free Plano Food Pantry. Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Oct. 17 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the location at
By Ricky Rieckert Dear readers, I am going to finish up last week’s story of me working at The Blue Lantern Restaurant, where I started working in the summer of 1974. My favorite waitress to work with was Pam, she was Chinese, gorgeous, friendly, and always gave me pointers. One
Ingredients2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups milk1/2 teaspoon dry mustard1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese1/2 cup colby cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add
The East High Football Old Timers Association 80th Annual Dinner will take place Thursday, Oct. 16, Lincoln Inn Banquets, 1345 S. Batavia Avenue (Route 31), Batavia Eve of the East Aurora vs. West Football game. Help us make this a very special evening and celebrate 80 years of this unique
Ingredients1/4 cup butter1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons minced garlic3 tablespoons soy sauce1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/4 teaspoon black pepper1 tablespoon dried parsley6 boneless chicken thighs, with skin1 teaspoon dried parsley Directions1. Preheat oven for 375F and lightly grease a baking pan. 2. In a microwave safe bowl, mix the butter, olive
Ingredients1/2 cup all-purpose flour for coating1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves7 tablespoons butter6 tablespoons olive oil2 cups white button mushrooms, sliced1 shallot, diced3/4 cup Marsala wine4 cloves of garlic, minced1/3 cup tablespoons chicken stock1/3 cup half and half Directions1. Place flour,
Celebrate Octoberfest at Aurora’s Phillips Park Pavilion at Phillips Park Zoo, 1000 Ray Moses Drive, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. There will be drink, food, music, and dancing at the family-friendly event. Admission is $5 and children under five are free of charge. Event will happen
Ingredients1 1/2 pounds orange-fleshed sweet potatoes1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 onion, chopped1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, thinly sliced1 tablespoon red curry paste (or to taste)1 (15 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk3 cups chicken broth3 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon sea salt1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
The City of Aurora will host its Fall Food Truck Festival, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26. Many trucks will line up on Benton Street between River Street and Broadway (IL Route 25) in the heart of downtown Aurora, to serve a diverse array of culinary delight.
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Sept. 19 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N
