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Homemade for the holidays
The holiday season is a time of giving, and what's not the perfect gift but a homemade treat from your kitchen? While peanut brittle, fudge, and...
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One mug, endless meals
Everyone has their favorite mug, and on days that the mug is actually clean, it gets filled to the rim with coffee or tea. However, this favorite mug...
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Politeness, portions, and pumpkins
If you have children at home you're probably all too familiar with the loads of candy you're child receives in the month of October. While we all...
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Staying on track when treats attack
Holiday decorations are already crowding the stores, which means all the holiday foods and treats will soon be crowding our tummies. But if we start...
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Illinois Extension staff spotlight: Morgan Roberts
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — Each month University of Illinois Extension serving Grundy, Kankakee, and Will counties sits down with an Extension staff member to discuss their work and impact in the community.This month's spotlight features...
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Get Caffeinated and Educated at Hoopeston Public Library
HOOPESTON, Ill – Interested in developing positive brain-healthy habits and learning about proper medication storage and disposal, all while sipping a cup of coffee? Then get caffeinated and educated in this latest series from Illinois Extension!Join Illinois Extension and OMNI 4 All...
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The Foods and Flavors of the Mediterranean Diet
UTICA, Ill. - The Mediterranean diet is recognized as the best overall diet for incorporating a variety of nutrient-rich foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, and nuts. It emphasizes limiting processed foods and added sugars to promote better overall health....
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Let it Dough, Make and Take Bread Workshop
OGLESBY, Ill. - Join Illinois Extension Food and Nutrition Educator Susan Glassman and learn the art of breadmaking. Proof the yeast, mix the dough, knead, let rise, and bake till done in our annual bread workshop. Participants will learn to make and bake a classic coffee cake and a lower-...
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