Explore some of the most popular stories that appeared this week.
Sandwiched between Christmas and New Year's, this week has been a busy one around town. If it's time to catch up on the top headlines of the week in Land O' Lakes, this is the place to look. Here are seven of the most popular stories that ran on Land O' Lakes Patch this past week. In no particular order, they are:
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Only one team came out victorious.
Four teams faced off in a battle of wills and culinary skills, but only one came out victorious in the Land O' Lakes Branch Library's Teen Chef Challenge Cook-Off. Staged Dec. 21, the event was just one of many the library plays host to on behalf of teens in the community. Ideas for most of the events, including the cook-off, are generated from the teens themselves, said Alicia Diaz, youth services librarian. "They wanted to have a multi-team chef challenge," explained Paul Stonebridge, youth services librarian. "They get to have their voice at the library," Diaz added. Bringing that voice to life; Diaz, Stonebridge, other adult coordinators and teen volunteers worked to put together the challenge. Using money donated by the Friends of the…
Patch editors share some culinary favorites.
The holidays are a perfect time for sharing family food traditions, which often have been passed down for generations. The Editors at Patches in the Land O' Lakes, Old Northeast, Sarasota and Bradenton offer to readers favorite recipes from our own dinner tables to yours. Land O' Lakes - Sherri Lonon Mom's Quick Candy This used to be my favorite as a kid ... especailly if she'd put chopped peanuts in it. Mom preferred almond slivers though! 1 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup nuts, optional Mix butter, sugar and nuts in a nonstick frying pan. Place over medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture takes on a caramel color. Transfer heated candy mixture to a butter-greased cookie sheet. Top with…
