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Read article: Know the facts about spinach
Know the facts about spinach
Dark leafy greens are not everyone’s cup of tea. Collard greens, kale and turnip greens, for example, can taste bitter, especially when not handled...
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Read article: A guide to keeping your sponges, dish rags and scrub brushes clean
A guide to keeping your sponges, dish rags and scrub brushes clean
A little spring cleaning and decluttering can be hard work, but the end result is worth it. According to National Science Foundation (NSF), the...
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Read article: Add spice to your life with cayenne pepper
Add spice to your life with cayenne pepper
I always like to read about current culinary food trends, and one in particular caught my eye: spicy desserts. My colleague had just made our team a...
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Read article: What heritage food are you passing down?
What heritage food are you passing down?
Do you or your family have that “signature dish” that can be found at every holiday meal and family gathering? For my mother’s side of the family...

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Savor the Season: Carroll County Libraries Offer Exciting Cooking Classes
Thomson, Mt. Carroll, and Savanna Libraries are thrilled to announce the dates for May’s cooking classes led by Master Gardener Nancy Gmitro. Get set for a flavorful exploration of cooking with vegetables, highlighting the deliciousness of kale and Swiss chard.Join us for these...
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Savor the Season: Local Libraries Offer Exciting Cooking Classes
Thomson, Mt. Carroll, and Savanna Libraries are thrilled to announce the dates for April’s cooking classes led by Master Gardener Nancy Gmitro. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the joys of Cooking with Vegetables, with a special focus on the versatile Asparagus....
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Safe Summer Grilling
Summer is right around the corner, and if you haven’t already gotten your grill out, you should consider doing so. Grilling is a great way to keep the kitchen cool and enjoy your favorite summer foods. One of the many benefits of grilling is that it offers endless opportunities. However, to keep...

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