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
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. 5-B’s Catering will offer
Ingredients1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced6 cups canned black beans, drained and mashed1/2 cup water3 tablespoons chili powder4 teaspoons prepared mustard2 teaspoons ground cumin1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste3 tablespoons soy sauce4 cups sweet potatoes, cooked, mashed12 (10 inch) flour tortillas, warmed8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
Scouting America, Three Fires Council took up the fight to end hunger through the Scouting for Food initiative. Scouting for Food is an annual food drive run by Scouting America Councils all over the country. Three Fires Council has been hard at work and collected food for the needy, with
The Aurora and Fox Valley community are invited to the all-you-can-eat Annual Kiwanis Pancake Day Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 12, Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Drive (corner Edgelawn & Indian Trail), Aurora. Tickets may be purchased from Aurora Kiwanis members for $10 or
Ingredients1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 small onion, diced1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root4 cloves garlic, minced2 potatoes, cubed4 carrots, cubed1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced4 tablespoons salted cashews, ground1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce2 tablespoons curry powder1/4 teaspoon ground cardamon1 cup frozen green peas1/2 green bell pepper, chopped1/2 red
Aurora Lions club will celebrate Easter with its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to noon at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 27 E. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. The public is invited to meet the Easter bunny. Parking is free. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, mini
Ingredients2 tablespoons butter2 cups chopped onion1 cup white button mushrooms, diced1 stalk celery, diced4 cups chicken stock4 cups diced potatoes2 cloves of garlic, minced1 (3 ounce) package of bacon bits2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2 inch cubes1 (6.5 ounce) can of minced clams in clam juice1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoningsalt
Loaves & Fishes Community Services Chef Showdown will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the Linnea Eleanor Rutkowski Food Distribution Hub, 580 Exchange Court, Aurora. The popular event will raise funds for essential services for struggling families in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties.
Ingredients2 pounds lean ground beef1/3 cup minced green bell pepper1/3 cup minced onion2 eggs1 1/2 cups Italian-style dry bread crumbs2 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper3 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed golden mushroom soup2 (6.5 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 1/2 cups sour
The Free Plano Food Pantry, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Friday, March 21 at at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street, will offer a box of canned goods, fresh fruit, and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs, and more. All in need are welcome to visit
Ingredients2/3 cup water1/3 cup uncooked white rice8 cabbage leaves1 pound lean ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1 egg, slightly beaten1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon lemon juice and1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce Directions1. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a
