Food
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Eat right, live well: Put protein-rich quinoa on your plateDec 02, 2014 5:00 am - When you think of protein, I'll bet a juicy burger comes first to your mind. But, there are important protein food sources beyond beef, chicken, pork or fish. Today I wa...
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For the holidays, don't pore over what to pourNov 28, 2014 5:00 am - The holidays create quandaries: Where will you seat everyone? How will you keep tipsy Aunt Tootsie from falling into the pie? The holiday question I'm asked most often i...
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What, where to eat in suburbs on Black FridayNov 27, 2014 5:01 am - You've cataloged the ads showing the best prices on Xbox One and the Disney Frozen Castle and Ice Palace. You've filled the gas tank and cleared all but the jumper cable...
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Mundelein police, Elly's team up to distribute turkeys to needy familiiesNov 25, 2014 12:01 am - It took all of 20 minutes, and in a blur, 75 turkeys were off to their holiday destinations. The Mundelein Police Department and Elly's Pancake House in Mundelein teamed...
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Roasted Beets with Orange Vinaigrette, Pecans and Goat CheeseNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - 2 bunches medium beets, trimmed of stems ½ cup olive oil, divided Salt and ground black pepper 4 scallions, light and dark green parts, chopped 2 small oranges, zested a...
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Ginger-lime vinaigrette turns turkey leftovers into craveable saladNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - When I was a child, my grandmother used to roast up two enormous turkeys at the holidays. And of course that was on top of all the usual gravies and sauces, sides and pi...
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Green Beans with Tarragon, Mustard and Sunflower SeedsNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - 6 tablespoons (¾ stick) butter 2 pounds green beans, trimmed 1 teaspoon kosher salt 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 lemon, zested ¼ cu...
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Turkey And Napa Cabbage Salad With Lime-Ginger VinaigretteNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - ½ head napa cabbage, thinly sliced 2 scallions, chopped 1 medium carrot, grated (about ¾ cup) 2 cups cubed cooked turkey (or chicken) ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 ounc...
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From cranberries to trout, here's 10 ways to improve on stuffing mixNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - Let's be clear about something … When making stuffing, it's always better to slice and dry your own bread cubes. Hands down, the taste and texture are better. But let's ...
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Brighten up Thanksgiving table with roasted beetsNov 24, 2014 5:01 am - Beets are the perfect addition to bountiful fall feasts. They are satisfying without being heavy, and their rich ruby and golden tones add visual interest to any seasona...