Ingredients1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons ketchup6 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon Aleppo red pepper flakes1 tablespoon kosher salt1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 teaspoon paprika1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, halved4 long metal skewers
Ingredients1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta2 (6 ounce) cans marinated artichoke hearts1 tomato, seeded and chopped1 cucumber, seeded and chopped1 red onion, chopped1 cup crumbled feta cheese1 (2 ounce) can black olives, drained1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons lemon juice1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper6 tablespoons olive oil,5 tablespoons red wine vinegar2
Ingredients3 tablespoons soy sauce1½ tablespoons honey1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 teaspoons lime juice2 teaspoons chopped garlic4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Directions1. In a shallow container, blend soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, and garlic. Place chicken breast halves into the mixture, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in
Ingredients1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 cup lemon juice1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup brown sugar1/3 cup water1/4 cup vegetable oil Directions1. Season salmon fillets with pepper, garlic powder, and salt. 2. In a small bowl, stir together lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and vegetable
Ingredients1/4 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup honey1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves cutinto 1 inch cubes2 cloves garlic5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch piecesskewers Directions1. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce,
The oldest farmers market in Illinois will set up shop once again in the heart of downtown Aurora. Established in 1912, the City of Aurora’s market will open Saturday, June 7 at Water Street Square and run through October 4. Each week, vendors from across the state will bring their
Ingredients1 (16 ounce) package tortellini pasta1 cup mayonnaise1 cup sour cream2 tablespoons milk1 (.7 ounce) dry Italian salad dressing mix1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed2 (2 ounce) cans sliced black olives1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 cup crumbled feta cheese1 cup cubed summer sausage3/4 cup chopped green onions3/4 cup chopped celery1/2
Ingredients1 (18.25 ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix1 (16 ounce) container sour cream3 eggs1/3 cup vegetable oil1/2 cup coffee flavored liqueur1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan. 2. In a
Marmion’s most anticipated traditions, the Annual Steak Fry & Lobster Boil, hosted by the Marmion Alumni Association will take place 6 p.m. Friday, June 6 at Alumni Hall, 1000 Butterfield Road, Aurora. Dinner tickets are just $50 and include choice of a juicy steak or mouthwatering lobster dinner, complete with
Ingredients2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring1 tablespoon molasses1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons minced garlic1/4 cup canola oil8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs Directions1. Mix together Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, liquid
Attendees can pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit, veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, May 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have
Ingredients2 medium zucchini1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces1/4 cup bacon bits1 tablespoon minced black olives1 jalapeno pepper, minced3 tablespoons diced green chile peppers1/4 cup minced onion1/4 cup chopped tomato6 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese1 pinch dried basil Directions1. Prepare the grill for indirect heat. 2. Place the zucchini in
The Saturday Morning Batavia Farmers’ Market will return May 17, for its 30th outdoor season. It will occur every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon through October 25 on North River Street. With approximately 60 vendors each week, the Saturday Market offers an expansive selection of locally grown produce, farm-raised
Everyone is invited to the 59th Annual Pancake Breakfast at Valley Sheltered Workshop, from 7:30 a.m. to noon Sunday, May 4, at 325 Main Street, Batavia. Cost is $10 per person. Tickets available at the door or can be pre-ordered at tinyurl.com/242fbpyh. Enjoy a hearty breakfast with raffles while supporting
Ingredients1/2 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup Italian salad dressing1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese2 anchovy fillets, drained and minced1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper3 tablespoons olive oil1 pound tilapia fillets1/8 teaspoon of lemon juicesalt and cayenne pepper to taste4 cups lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces1 small red onion,
It will be a feast of flavors at the Aurora Food Truck Festivals, happening twice a year to celebrate the best in mobile cuisine! Whether you’re a foodie, a family, or a group of friends, these festivals are the perfect way to indulge in an unforgettable culinary experience. This year’s
Ingredients2 cups graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup melted butter1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk2 cups flaked coconut, unsweetened1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips, melted Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix and pat into the bottom of one 9×13 inch
Aurora Kiwanis Club held its 74th annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, April 12. Featuring two rotating pancake grills, the event was held at Aurora Central Catholic High School. Volunteers included Boy Scouts and leaders from Troop 26, sponsored by Kiwanis at Plum Landing retirement community in Aurora. Club president Daniel
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora, will hold a drive-thru barbecue Tuesday, April 22. The fundraiser will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the church parking lot. The public is invited. Proceeds will benefit the church’s mission and ministries. Food will be from
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1 cup beef broth1/2 cup onion, diced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon yellow mustard4 hamburger buns, split8 dill pickle slices Directions1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly
