Ingredients1 cup butter, softened1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 cups rolled oats1 cup raisins1 cup crushed toffee candy Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease cookie sheets. 2. In a large bowl, cream together the
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) package dry ziti pasta1 pound lean ground beef1 onion, chopped2 (28 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce1/4 cup red wine4 cloves of garlic, minced6 ounces sliced provolone cheese6 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese1 1/2 cups sour cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water
November 30, 2025Dear editor; On behalf of the entire Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry family, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the many businesses and individuals who helped make this Thanksgiving season a success. These past few months have been especially challenging for our community. Families have struggled
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 and Rotary Club of Aurora United will hold their annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at the Lincoln Inn, 1345 Batavia Ave (IL-31), Batavia. As usual, veterans will be honored, achievement awards will be presented to
Ingredients4 tablespoons unsalted butter2 cups chopped onions1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced2 teaspoons dried dill weed1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon soy sauce2 cups chicken broth1 cup milk3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon saltground black pepper to taste2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced1/2 cup sour cream Directions1.Melt the butter in a large
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 and Rotary Club of Aurora United will hold their annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday, Dec. 8, at the Lincoln Inn, 1345 Batavia Ave (IL-31), Batavia. As usual, veterans will be honored, achievement awards will be presented to
Ingredients2 cups frozen peas and carrots2 cups frozen green beans1 cup sliced celery1.2 cup butter2/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1 3/4 cups chicken broth1 1/3 cups milk4 cups cubed cooked turkey meat – light and dark meat
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
Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta2 tablespoons vegetable oil1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/4 cup butter1/4 cup all-purpose flour3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried basil1 3/4 cups milk2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 (10 ounce) package chopped spinach, thawed Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a 9×13
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
