Ingredients2 teaspoons olive oil2 pounds Italian sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces1/4 cup olive oil4 large potatoes, chopped2 large green bell peppers, seeded and chopped2 large red bell peppers, seeded and chopped3 large onions, diced2 cloves of garlic, minced1/2 cup white wine1/2 cup chicken stock1 tablespoon Italian seasoningsalt and pepper to
“Grow Your Own Groceries – in Containers!”, a free seminar that will help shoppers save money on food, build health and find the pleasures of gardening, will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, at the Sugar Grove Public Library, 125 S. Municipal Drive, in Sugar Grove. During the
The Kane Senior Council, along with State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego), representative Barbara Hernandez, and representative Keith Wheeler, are partners for the third consecutive year to provide frozen meals for seniors who reside in Kane County. “No one should have to worry about having enough to eat. It is so
Patrons of the Yorkville Public Library responded enthusiastically to the Winter reading challenge, Read to Feed, by surpassing the original goal of reading 50,000 minutes in a two-month period by reading 87,496 minutes instead. It was a huge success for our Library and our community. Friends of the Library will
Ingredients1 pound Italian sausage1 clove garlic, minced2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes1 cup sliced carrots1 (14.5 ounce) can great Northern beans, undrained2 small zucchini, cubed2 cups spinach – packed, rinsed and torn1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt Directions1. In a stockpot or Dutch
State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, while continuing to work for the wellbeing of seniors in her community, is holding an event to distribute five free meals for seniors and veterans of all ages. It will be held at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 1855 5th Avenue in Aurora. Hernandez is
Marmion Academy’s Fishing Team will have its annual Lenten Fish Fry Fundraiser from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 25. The drive-through only pick up will be at 1000 Butterfield Road in Aurora. Each meal is $15 and includes 3 pieces of Sgt. Dotson’s Famous Fried Catfish, french fries,
Aurora Noon Lions Club president Arvid Meyer welcomes patrons to the Club’s first Fat Tuesday fundraiser Tuesday, March 1.
Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil8 cloves garlic, minced3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup white wine1 lemon, juiced1/2 teaspoon lemon zestsalt to taste1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup butter3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil Directions1. Bring
Ingredients4 cloves of garlic1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1 (10 ounce) container Alfredo-style pasta sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Place garlic
Ingredients10 cups of granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 or 7 apples)1 cup white sugar1 cup and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup water1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup butter, melted Directions1. Preheat oven to 350
Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry’s Women’s’ Empowerment Mobile Pantry, a women-only giveaway this week was rescheduled and relocated. A fourth monthly food and household products distribution was set for Thursday, Feb. 17, at Mutual Ground domestic violence shelter in Aurora. Rebecca Dunnigan, Pantry outreach and program director, said Tuesday the
Ingredients1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1 pound boneless pork loin chops, pounded thin4 tablespoons butter1/4 cup olive oil2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms3 cloves of garlic, minced1 cup Marsala wine Directions1. Mix flour, salt, garlic powder, and oregano together in a medium bowl. Add pork
Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef3/4 cup crushed seasoned croutons1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1 egg, lightly beaten2 cloves garlic, chopped3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard1 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil1 tablespoon butter1 bottle barbeque sauce Directions1. In a large bowl, mix the
By Al Benson Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry mobile pantry will hold a drive-thru giveaway of food, school supplies and household products from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 5, at Georgetown Elementary School, 995 Long Grove Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission is free. Registration is not
Ingredients8 eggs8 ounces cooked ham, crumbled1 cup diced red bell pepper1 cup diced onion1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper2 tablespoons water Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease 8 muffincups or line with paper liners. 2. Beat eggs together in a large bowl. Mix ham, bell pepper, onion, salt,
Ingredients1 cup rolled oats1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips1/2 cup ground flax seed1/2 cup organic crunchy peanut butter1/3 cup honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions1. Place the peanut better in a microwave safe dish and microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute to soften. 2. Combine oats, chocolate chips, flax seed,
Aurora Noon Lions Club’s “Frosty Flapjacks” pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, Jan. 29, will feature free giveaways and raffle prizes. The first-ever event will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, at Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Prairie Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Parking
Ingredients4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves1/4 cup butter3 teaspoons minced garlic1 tablespoon lemon juice1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1/2 cup half-and-half1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 (13.5 ounce) cans spinach, drained4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced2/3 cup bacon bits2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Directions1. Preheat oven
Ingredients1 ½ cups all-purpose flour3 ½ teaspoons baking powder¼ teaspoon salt, or more to taste1 tablespoon white sugar1 ¼ cups milk, warm1 egg3 tablespoons butter, melted Directions1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg and
