Food
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Beans, not their sprouts, protein powerhousesJul 28, 2011 12:00 am - Q. If beans like kidney and garbanzo beans are good sources of protein, does this include bean sprouts? A. No. A half-cup of mung bean sprouts supplies only 1 to 2 ...
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Summertime means cool chicken saladJul 28, 2011 12:00 am - I'm pretty picky when it comes to chicken salad because I've been surrounded by really great recipes my whole life. I grew up with mom-and-pop soda shops serving homemad...
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Dining events: Wheaton's Smashburger now openJul 27, 2011 11:00 pm - Wheaton Smashburger Smashburger recently opened its doors in Wheaton. Specialties include the Windy City Burger with melted cheddar cheese, haystack onions, lettuce...
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Put your cooking talent to the testJul 27, 2011 11:00 am - If you're planning to enter the Daily Herald Cook of the Week Challenge, you'd be well served by reading Annie Overboe's column today. While some of her tips are specifi...
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Grilled greens rich with flavorJul 27, 2011 12:00 am - Burgers are a natural fit for the grill. A flame-licked patty with a charred crust hiding a juicy inside belongs in a museum and comes up as the most-popular grilled...
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Tomato-Basil Pasta with AsiagoJul 27, 2011 12:00 am - 2 cups (6 ounces) uncooked gluten-free rice penne (such as DeBoles) ¾ cup canned no-salt-added navy beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1...
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For a chill night out, think Hartley's in Crystal LakeJul 26, 2011 11:00 pm - Hartley's Restaurant in Crystal Lake opened in May, taking over On the Rocks' former home. The spot offers a night out with a bit of old-school elegance, hearty food, cl...
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Garlic Roast Chicken with Rosemary and LemonJul 26, 2011 12:00 am - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2½ pounds total) 6 cloves garlic, crushed 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves stripped from stems 3 tablespoons extra-...
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Blue Ribbon BrowniesJul 26, 2011 12:00 am - 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, coarsely chopped 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 1½ cups sugar 4 large eggs, room temperature 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur...
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Cherry Almond Chicken SaladJul 26, 2011 12:00 am - 1 rotisserie chicken ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup thinly sliced scallions ½ cup light sour cream ½ cup light mayonnaise ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon garlic powd...