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Read article: No ‘knead’ to stress when making yeast bread
No ‘knead’ to stress when making yeast bread
A yeast bread may feel intimidating to make, but even a novice baker can pull off making a basic loaf. Yeast breads, of course, use yeast to make the...
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Read article: Indulge in safe edible cookie dough
Indulge in safe edible cookie dough
Some may say that raw cookie dough is better than the baked cookie itself. However, raw cookie dough eaters are taking a risk with foodborne illness...
Bowl of cashews
Read article: Cracking the 'nut': Are cashews nuts, fruits, or drupes?
Cracking the 'nut': Are cashews nuts, fruits, or drupes?
Call me a nut, but I’m always interested in how my food is grown. Did you know that cashews are grown on a tree? Ok, maybe you did, but did you know...
Fresh arugula on plates with miscellaneous food in the background
Read article: Arugula is not your average leafy green
Arugula is not your average leafy green
With its surge in popularity, it’s likely that you have come across arugula, whether in the supermarket, at the local farmers market, or in a trendy...

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Diabetes Clinic
Diabetes Clinic is going back to the basics with diet
EUREKA, Ill. – Following a healthy meal plan can help keep blood sugars under control. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for years, it’s time to get back to the basics! Join University of Illinois Extension for their monthly “Diabetes Clinic – Back to the Basics: Diet...
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Manage diabetes with Extension’s “I on Diabetes” Series in Pontiac
Pontiac, Ill. – Taking care of our health is important. University of Illinois Extension invites you to their four-part “I on Diabetes” series this spring. The program, designed for anyone interested in preventing or managing diabetes, will take place on Fridays – April 21, April 28, May 5, and...

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