Lifestyle
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Baked brie with pepper jam shows why the classic is a classic
Dec 23, 2024 5:23 am - Cheesy, with a touch of sweetness and spice, this baked brie en croute with pepper jam makes an enticing dish. “En croute” means “wrapped in a crust,” which in this instance is store-bought puff pastry that bakes up crisp and golden.
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Short ribs braised in wine and aromatics make for an elegant holiday dinner
Dec 23, 2024 5:02 am - This take on Brasato al Barolo uses bone-in beef short ribs for a more elegant take on the dish that can be the center of a holiday dinner.
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Cook with love — and caution: Experts’ advice on avoiding holiday kitchen mishapsDec 22, 2024 3:03 pm - Cooking accidents happen throughout the year but tend to increase during the holidays when well-intentioned cooks are inattentive, inexperienced and in a hurry.
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It’s eggnog season. The boozy beverage dates back to medieval England but remains a holiday hit
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Bird flu confirmed in waterfowl in Woodstock, ‘numerous locations’ in Illinois
Dec 21, 2024 4:57 pm - Bird flu has been reported in Woodstock-area birds and waterfowl, the city said Friday.
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What you should know about ‘informed consent’Dec 21, 2024 8:00 am - Informed consent is the basis for a trusting relationship between patient and provider while maintaining the patient’s autonomy. It helps avoid misunderstandings and lapses in communication and ensures the patient knows what to expect.
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Grief & healing: Ready for ChristmasDec 21, 2024 6:15 am - I am still wrapping a few gifts for under the tree here, but otherwise I am pretty much prepared for Christmas.
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Trump taps West suburban Catholic school leader as next Vatican ambassador
Dec 20, 2024 8:53 pm - President-elect Donald Trump on Friday announced he’ll nominate West suburban Catholic school board leader Brian Burch as the next U.S. ambassador to the Vatican. Burch, ...
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West Chicago artist’s murals lend downtown a dash of vibrant colorDec 20, 2024 2:17 pm - Local artist Giovanni Arellano has created a series of vibrant murals in West Chicago featuring nature scenes related to the Illinois Prairie Path.
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How to make a charcuterie board: Tips, ingredients and inspirationDec 20, 2024 10:30 am - Charcuterie has come a long way since its humble beginning as simple sliced cheese and sausage with some crackers on a plate. Here are some tips for assembling your own crowd-pleasing display.