Food
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10 food tips for Naperville's RibfestJul 02, 2018 5:30 am - If not for the food, what would Ribfest be? Luckily, no one has to answer that. Ribfest in Naperville is back for its 31st year from Wednesday, July 4, to Saturday, Ju...
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Fresh grounds for coffee: Study shows it may boost longevity
Jul 02, 2018 1:00 am - Go ahead and have that cup of coffee, maybe even several more. New research shows it may boost chances for a longer life, even for those who down at least eight cups dai...
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Flag cheesecake bars are the easy, festive dessert your cookout needsJun 27, 2018 6:00 am - These bars are decorated in the style of a classic summer holiday dessert (red, white and blue!), but they are easier to assemble and transport. You can make them in one...
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McDonald's in downtown Rolling Meadows likely to add second drive-throughJun 27, 2018 5:30 am - The popular McDonald's in downtown Rolling Meadows plans to install a second drive-through lane to help ease congestion at the Rolling Meadows Shopping Center. Officials...
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My Sister's BroccoliJun 26, 2018 11:00 pm - 1 head of broccoli ½ cup peeled garlic cloves ½-1 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ cup grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese Pinch of red-pepper flakes, opt...
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Salmon burgers hit the spotJun 26, 2018 1:00 am - It is grilling season, and like many, my family enjoys a good burger. We have favorites made of ground beef, chicken and turkey, but recently I tried something completel...
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Flag Cheesecake BarsJun 26, 2018 1:00 am - 16 tablespoons (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus more for the pan 4½ cups finely ground chocolate waters, such as Nabisco Famous (2 packages; from abou...
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Mixed Berry GaletteJun 25, 2018 11:00 pm - A galette is essentially a rustic, open-faced seasonal fruit pie - and it is inherently better for you than a typical double-crust fruit pie because it involves a single...
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Mixed-berry galette makes dessert easy as pieJun 25, 2018 11:00 pm - While I appreciate the finer details of making pastry, I leave those to the experts. When I cook at home, I want dessert to look and taste fabulous — but it must also be...
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Strawberry Fest continues through Sunday in Long GroveJun 23, 2018 1:00 am - Strawberry Fest, showcasing all things strawberry, continues 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday in downtown Long Grove, 308 Old McHenry Road, and the surrounding area. Admission i...