Category: Food

New leadership team at Kendall County Food Pantry

The Kendall County Community Food Pantry has welcomed a new leadership team in Alex Hurd and Dulce Vargas as the new executive director and assistant director of the burgeoning pantry. Originally from Boston Mass., Hurd had made his livelihood through service to people in need. Hurd comes to Yorkville after...

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Recipe of the Week: Baked Teriyaki Chicken

Ingredients2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water1/3 cup brown sugar1/3 cup white sugar1 cup soy sauce1/2 cup cider vinegar2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper12 skinless chicken thighs2 green onions, chopped Directions1. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the cornstarch, cold water, sugar, soy sauce,...

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MLK Drury Lane Jan. 15 breakfast in Oakbrook Terrace

The DuPage County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast will be held from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 15 at Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. For tickets and more information, visit www.dupagefoundation.org/MLKDay. Art Norman, retired from NBC News, will be the master of ceremonies. In 1994,...

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Recipe of the Week: Ham and Potato Soup

Ingredients3 1/2 cups potatoes, diced1/3 cup celery, minced1 small onion, diced1 cup cooked ham, diced3 1/4 cups water3 chicken bouillon cubes1 teaspoon ground pepper3 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded2 cups milk Directions1. Combine the potatoes, celery, onion, ham, and water in a stockpot. Bring to a boil,...

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Recipe of the Week: Peppermint Brittle

Ingredients2 pounds white chocolate30 small peppermint candy canes Directions1. Line a large jellyroll pan with foil.2. Place white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave on medium setting for 5 to 6 minutes. Stir occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth.3. Place candy canes in a plastic bag and...

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Recipe of the Week: Peanut Butter Fudge

Ingredients1/2 cup butter2 cups brown sugar1/2 cup milk1 cup peanut butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups confectioners’ sugar Directions1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. 2. Remove from heat. Stir in...

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Recipe of the Week: Saltine Toffee Desert

Ingredients4 ounces saltine crackers1 cup butter1 cup dark brown sugar2 cups semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup chopped pecans Directions1. Preheat oven to 400F.2. Line cookie sheet with saltine crackers in single layer.3. In a saucepan combine the sugar and the butter. Bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes. Immediately...

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Recipe of the Week: Pumpkin Bread

Ingredients1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree4 eggs1 cup vegetable oil2/3 cup water3 cups white sugar3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F. Grease and flour three 7×3 inch loaf pans....

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Recipe of the Week: Beef Stew

Ingredients2 pounds cubed beef stew meat3 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder4 cubes beef bouillon, crumbled1 1/2 cups red wine2 1/2 cups beef stock1 teaspoon dried rosemary1 teaspoon dried parsley1 teaspoon black pepper3 large potatoes, cubed4 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces4 stalks celery, chopped1...

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Recipe of the Week: Hash Brown and Egg Casserole

Ingredients1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed1 pound pork sausage1 small onion, diced5 eggs1/2 cup milk1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/8 teaspoon garlic powdersalt and ground black pepper to taste12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a 2 quart baking dish. Place the hash brown...

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Fox Valley Habitat For Humanity thanks to Veterans Nov. 17

Fox Valley Habitat For Humanity wants to thank veterans for their service from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17 at Prisco Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue. The community can salute all military veterans at the free buffet style unity dinner! Event is free and open to the community....

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Loaves & Fishes serves The Compass Church

Loaves & Fishes Community Services and The Compass Church in Bolingbrook have been working together to bring healthy food to the community for the past five years. In 2018, Loaves & Fishes set out to address the significant unmet need in Bolingbrook, where many nearby residents lacked reliable transportation for...

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Christmas meal in Naperville

The YMCA and Naperville Park District, through the generous support of community donors and volunteers, will continue the annual tradition of providing a special Christmas meal for Naperville seniors and families in need. Volunteers will deliver meals to the homes of Naperville seniors and families on the morning of Saturday,...

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Recipe of the Week: Beef Stew

Ingredients2 pounds cubed beef stew meat3 tablespoons vegetable oil1/4 cup flour1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder4 cubes beef bouillon, crumbled1 1/2 cups red wine2 1/2 cups beef stock1 teaspoon dried rosemary1 teaspoon dried parsley1 teaspoon black pepper3 large potatoes, cubed4 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces4 stalks celery, chopped1...

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Recipe of the Week: Double Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake

Ingredients3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup white sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 eggs1 (10 inch) prepared graham cracker crust1 cup pumpkin puree3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 pinch ground cloves1 pinch ground nutmeg1/2 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed Directions1. Preheat oven to 325 F. 2. In a large...

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All you can eat breakfast Nov. 19

The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post #395 will have an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 19. Breakfast will be served at the American Legion Post at 510 E. Dearborn St. in Plano. The event is open to the public and in...

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Recipe of the Week: Green Bean Casserole with Fried Onions

Ingredients2 (14.5 ounce) cans French green beans, drained1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped2 (6 ounce) cans French fried onions1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F.2. Place green beans, soup, Cheddar cheese, and one can...

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Pearl Harbor Day Dec. 4

The Aurora Navy League will be host to its 54th Annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon from 11:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 4 at Lincoln Inn Banquets, Batavia. Tickets are $30 each and much be purchased no later than November 27. Further information contact Lisa Garcia at lisag@rcwegman.com or 630.486.9869. —Len Wass...

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Soup, sandwich, for veterans

Veterans in the Plano area are welcome to come to the Soup and Sandwich Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10 at the Plano Methodist Church, 219 N. Hale Street in Plano. There will be soup, bread, sandwiches, and dessert luncheon. The meal will be provided by...

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Sandwich VFW Turkey Dinner Nov. 4

The Sandwich VFW Post #1486 will sponsoring a turkey dinner from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at The Sandwich VFW, 713 S. Main Street. Donations for the dinner are $14 for turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, corn, dinner roll, and dessert. The dinner will be dine-in...

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