international foods sampled at Wesley United Methodist in Aurora
Brigitta Neumann, left, and Carolyn Jones, right, sample international foods during World Communion Sunday at Wesley United Methodist in Aurora Sunday, Oct. 6.
Wesley United Methodist Church drive-thru barbecue Oct. 22
Barbecue chicken and pork chop dinners will be on the menu at a drive-thru 5Bs Barbecue from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 22 in the Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora parking lot, 14 N. May Street, Aurora. The public is invited. Proceeds will support church ministries. Dinner
Recipe of the Week: Graham Cracker Coconut Pecan Bars
Ingredients2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 cups flaked coconut1/4 cup butter, melted1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk4 (1.55 ounce) bars milk chocolate candy1 (8 ounce) bag chopped pecans Directions1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish. 2. In a medium bowl, stir together the graham
Recipe of the Week: Peanut Butter Squares
Ingredients3/4 cup butter2 cups graham cracker crumbs2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 cup peanut butter1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips4 tablespoons peanut butter Directions1. In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, graham cracker crumbs, confectioners’ sugar, and 1 cup peanut butter until well blended. Press evenly into the bottom of an
Recipe of the Week: Taco Pie
Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls1 pound ground beef1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix4 ounces salsa8 ounces refried beans8 ounces sour cream8 ounces shredded Mexican-style cheese blend1 (10 ounce) bag corn chips, crushed Directions1. Preheat oven to 350F. 2. Lay crescent dough flat on the bottom of a
Recipe of the Week: Mediterranean Chicken Orzo Salad
Ingredients1/2 pound uncooked orzo pasta1/4 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar1 teaspoon Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon garlic powder3/4 teaspoon dried oregano3/4 teaspoon dried basil3/4 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half1/4 cup black olives, cut in half lengthwise2 ounces crumbled feta cheese1/2
Aurora Fiestas Patrias Sept. 7-8
The City of Aurora, in partnership with RiverEdge Park, and the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, are excited to announce that the 12th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival September 7 and 8 at RiverEdge Park in downtown Aurora. Gates will open on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 3:30 p.m.. Opening music acts
Recipe of the Week: Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup white sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons baking powder1/3 cup vegetable oil1 egg1/3 cup milk1 cup fresh blueberries1/2 cup brown sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubed1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Directions1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease muffin cups or line with muffin liners. 2.
Recipe of the Week: Guacamole
Ingredients3 avocados – peeled, pitted, and mashed1 lime, juiced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup diced onion3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced2 teaspoons minced garlic1/3 teaspoon cumin1 pinch ground cayenne pepper DirectionsIn a medium bowl, mash together the avocados, lime juice, and salt. Mix in onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and garlic.
Recipe of the Week: Breakfast Cups
Ingredients3/4 pound breakfast sausage1/8 cup minced onion1/8 cup minced green bell pepper1 (12 ounce) can biscuit dough3 eggs, beaten3 tablespoons milk1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 400F. 2. In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, combine sausage, onion, and green pepper. Cook until sausage is
Recipe of the Week: Peach Pound Cake
Ingredients1 cup butter, softened2 cups white sugar4 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups fresh peaches, pitted and chopped Directions1. Preheat oven to 325 F and butter a 10 inch bundt pan and coat with white sugar. 2. In a large bowl, cream together
Leilani Asian Fusion will open August 9
Leilani Asian Fusion, a chef-driven experience that explores Filipino and Pan-Asian flavors and traditions will open to the public Friday, Aug. 9 in the historic Hobbs Building at 2 N. River Street in Downtown Aurora, Leilani is a dining destination for locals and visitors from the surrounding suburbs that features
Recipe of the week: Tex-Mex Casserole
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1 onion, chopped1 stalk celery, chopped8 ounces egg noodles1 (15 ounce) can chili1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained1/4 cup salsa1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. In
Marie’s Garden Kitchen in Aurora cooking class
Coloring sheets from Aurora Public Library District (APLD) attract youth at a back-to-school fair Saturday, July 27 in Marie’s Garden in Aurora.
Recipe of the Week: Macaroni Salad
Ingredients4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup distilled white vinegar1/4 cup white sugar2 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard1 1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, chopped1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped1/4 cup grated carrot2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers Directions1. Bring a large pot of
Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley farmers market July 28
Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley will be host to a one-day farmers market from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 28 at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 1855 Fifth Avenue, Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. The Church is wheelchair accessible. The market
Recipe of the Week: Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper1/4 cup finely chopped carrots2 cloves garlic, minced1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil5 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.1 cup cottage cheese1 egg, beaten3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan
New: Family Fest Fresh Market
Think Farmers’ Markets are too expensive? Not true at the new Family Fest Fresh Market in SouthEast Aurora. Created specially for the food-desert households of SouthEast neighborhoods, this market features discount options on high-quality, superior foods that build health and taste superb. Double dollars, up to $50.00 worth of food,
Recipe of the Week: Zucchini-Chocolate Chip Muffins
Ingredients1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour1/2 cup white sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce1/8 cup vegetable oil1/4 cup milk1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup shredded zucchini1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup chopped walnuts Directions1. Preheat oven to 350
Recipe of the Week: Szechwan Shrimp
Ingredients1/2 cup water1/4 cup ketchup1 tablespoon soy sauce1/4 cup teaspoons cornstarch2 teaspoon honey1 teaspoon crushed red pepper1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely-grated1/2 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 cup sliced green onions8 cloves garlic, minced1 pound raw shrimp, tails removed Directions1. In a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch,