Food
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Libertyville farmers marketJun 14, 2016 1:00 am - Libertyville's farmers market is set to open for the season Thursday in Cook Park in the downtown area. The annual opening day watermelon cutting ceremony is set for 9 a...
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Yorkville set to produce more SkittlesJun 13, 2016 1:00 am - More than 137 million Skittles candies are made every day in the United States, according to candymaker Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. About 57 million of those are made in Yorkvi...
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Lean and lovin' it: Moist, flavorful quick bread makes the most of fresh organic strawberriesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - Strawberries, cherries and peaches top my favorite fruits list. It's still too early for fresh local cherries and peaches, but not for strawberries. Right now we're in s...
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Warm Roasted Chickpea, Halloumi And Farro SaladJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - 1 cup pearled farro 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and patted dry 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided ½ teaspoon smoked paprika 2 teaspoons cumin seeds Kosher salt and grou...
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Try a guilt-free dessert with a pear and chocolate crumbleJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - My four daughters all have a sweet tooth, and I blame genetics. I can sidestep French fries, chips and salty stuff pretty easily, but chocolate makes me drool. So if you...
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Roasted chickpeas, grilled cheese combine for a robust saladJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - Roasted chickpeas can be a surprisingly meaty snack. They also can be a delicious addition to grain and fresh salads, adding a savory, crunchy component to an otherwise ...
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Veg out when it comes to backyard barbecuesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - Summer's here, and the grill is on. But it's not just meat that can take center stage on the grill — vegetables should have their own starring role in a backyard barbecu...
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Grilled artichokesJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - 8 marinated artichoke hearts 4 bamboo skewers Zest of one lemon 1 teaspoon capers, finely chopped Extra virgin olive oil for drizzle Take artichokes out of the oil. Dr...
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Fire Roasted Corn and Summer Vegetable 'Elotes'Jun 08, 2016 6:00 am - 1 red pepper, whole 1 green pepper, whole 1 red onion, halved 4 ears of fresh corn 1 zucchini, cut into spears 1 yellow squash, cut into spears 1 jalapeño pepper, whole ...
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Pear And Dark Chocolate CrumbleJun 08, 2016 6:00 am - For the filling: 2 tablespoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon almond extract 4 pears, peeled and diced 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and diced 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 teaspoon...