Tag: Food

Meat challenges met with U of I
Deer Donation Program meeting

In response to rising food and meat prices and the challenges food pantries have in obtaining meat, University of Illinois Extension, along with key partners, launched the Illinois Deer Donation Program in 2022. Illinois Extension will present a live online webinar summarizing the outcomes of the inaugural program from noon

Recipe of the Week: Tater Tot Casserole

Ingredients1 (32 ounce) package frozen tater tots1 pound ground beef1 cup diced onion3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons Montreal-style steak seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup1/2 cup milk1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar cheesecooking spray Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Prepare

Recipe of the Week: Slow Cooker Apple Cider Braised Pork

Ingredients1 (4 pound) boneless pork shoulder roastsalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 shallots, sliced1 rib celery, chopped1/2 cup apple cider vinegar2 1/2 cups apple cider4 cloves garlic, peeled1 bay leaf1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste2 tablespoons cold butter, cut

Recipe of the Week: Chicken in a Pot

Ingredients1 1/2 cups chicken broth3 tablespoons tomato paste1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon dried oregano1/8 teaspoon salt2 cloves garlic, minced4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons olive oil2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms DirectionsIn a medium bowl, combine the broth, tomato paste, ground black pepper, oregano, salt

Making, storing sauerkraut augmented with helpful tips

By Susan Glassman and Lisa Peterson Probiotic-rich foods can enhance digestion and improve overall gut health. All are produced through fermentation, a food preservation method that has been used for thousands of years to naturally reduce the risk of food spoilage and foodborne illness. Common foods include sourdough bread, kombucha,

Recipe of the Week: Big and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup white sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 egg1 egg yolk2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Directions1. Preheat the oven to 325F. Grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. 2. Sift together the flour,

Recipe of the Week: Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients4 cups sweet potato, cubed1/2 cup white sugar2 eggs, beaten1/2 teaspoon salt4 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons butter, softened1/2 cup chopped pecans Directions1. Preheat oven to 325F. Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. 2.

Recipe of the Week: Unfried chicken

Ingredients2 cups buttermilk ranch1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes2 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon paprika Directions1. Lightly grease a baking sheet. 2. Mix panko bread crumbs, Parmesan

Recipe of the Week: Unfried chicken

Ingredients2 cups buttermilk ranch1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch cubes2 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon ground black pepper1 teaspoon paprika Directions1. Lightly grease a baking sheet. 2. Mix panko bread crumbs, Parmesan