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  • Ella’s Kitchen Ella’s Kitchen

       Welcome to 2016. Below are reprints of some requested recipes. Enjoy them and have a blessed New Year! - Ella Sesame Cheese 1 14 oz. package corn muffin mix 1 egg 1 cup water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese Heat oven to 400° (mod. hot). Blend 1 egg and ...

  • A New Month, A New Year A New Month, A New Year

    By Eloise Graham Editor-in-Chief January is a new beginning, right in the middle of the dead of winter. New Year’s resolutions and New Year traditions are big topics that first week of January. In fact, there are a couple of articles in this magazine featuring those topics. But what are ...

  • December Calendar of Events December Calendar of Events

    Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Are you or someone you know a caregiver for someone with Alzhiemer’s? Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org/greateriowa 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: 2208 E. 52nd St., Ste. B, Davenport, ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen Ella’s Kitchen

    Red and green side dishes will add a festive look to the dinner table. Some of these are very quick and simple; others take a little more time. Even the classic green bean casserole takes on a new look. -Ella Red and Green Bean Casserole (easy version) 2 cans cut green beans, drained 1 can dar...

  • The Importance of Traditions The Importance of Traditions

    By Mary Schricker Gemberling “Christmas is a day of meaning and traditions, a special day spent in the warm circle of family and friends.” During the holidays, most of us have certain things we always do; holiday traditions that seem to stick in our memories. In addition to making holiday...

  • November Calendar of Events November Calendar of Events

    Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Ongoing series of classes, 5 classes, 4 months and 5 locations. Each class begins with a basic overview ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen Ella’s Kitchen

    Nothing like the aroma of apples cooking to warm the entire house on a chilly November day! There is just something about cinnamon and apple smells to make you feel warmer even if the temperature doesn’t increase!... There is nothing like homemade condiments to add pizzazz to any meal.  - Ella ...

  • Enrollment Periods Continue Enrollment Periods Continue

    By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period began Oct 15 and continues through Dec 7 allowing beneficiaries to change their choice of plans. Current Medicare folks satisfied with their plans do not need to do anything...