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~ Simple meals that will please everyone ~

Beefy Lasagna 12 uncooked lasagna noodles 1 (24-oz.) container 4% small-curd smooth-andcreamy cottage cheese 1 (16-oz.) container ricotta cheese 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup pesto 1 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 cups (10 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 2 (24-oz.) jars tomato-andbasil pasta sauce 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

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Hamburger Delight

Adapted from a feature that first ran Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013 Once I tear myself away from newspaper duty, this is the time of year when chilly evenings call me to the kitchen.

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Exhibit, “Longing,” by local artist at Galleria

On Oct. 7, local artist Autumn Hunnicutt opened her exhibit, “Longing,” in the main gallery space in the Galleria located next to First National Bank on Main St. in Trinidad. The large portraits in the collection depict Hunnicutt, her mother, and grandmothers set against a New Mexico backdrop. Hunnicutt grew up in Raton and after high school attended New Mexico State and Washington State University focusing on art. She now lives and works in Trinidad.

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Incredible Curry

Pulled Pork with Coconut Curry The pungent spicy flavor of curry is something that once tasted, it cannot be forgotten. For most of us here in the Western world, curry is an acquired taste.

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CDPHE, federal food program partners delivered nearly 1 million meals to seniors during the pandemic

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and adult day care facilities across the state partnered to deliver nearly 1 million meals to seniors during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic from April 2020 to December 2021, according to new data released by the department. “Seniors often face physical or health-related issues that affect their nutritional needs,” said Naomi Steenson, CDPHE Child and Adult Care Food Program director.

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