12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: Peace Lutheran Church, door 4, New London, 6 p.m.
Big Book AA: Peace Lutheran Church, door 5, New London, 6 p.m.
Monday Hand & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, noon
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
TOPS: Assembly of God Church Encore, 3821 Abbott Drive, 6:15 p.m., 320-796-2280
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Tuesday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
Veterans and Active Duty Military: Willmar Community Center, 9:30 to 11 a.m.; informal coffee time for veterans and spouses; 320-894-7840. All firefighters, police officers, rescue squad members invited. SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45
a.m.
Dementia Support Group: Bethesda, Willmar, 10
a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15
a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Kiwanis: Kandiyohi County Historical Society Museum, Willmar, noon
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Bingo: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Wednesday
Veterans coffee: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Coffee and conversation: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Hand, Knee & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9:30
a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
Rotary: The Oaks, noon
Lions Club: Kandiyohi County Historical Society Museum, Willmar, noon
Cribbage corner cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Whist: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Dementia Support Group: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 12:30 p.m.
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: Willmar Community Center, 2 p.m. entertainment by Black Diamonds, 3 p.m. meeting.
Women’s A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 6:45 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Thursday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
Mexican Train: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45
a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15
a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
500 cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, noon Caregivers Support Group: Bethesda, Willmar, 1:30 p.m.
Aging Wisely: Willmar Community Center, 1:30 p.m. NAMI: Willmar Public Library, 6:30 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Friday
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 11 a.m.
Whist: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
Senior Dance: Willmar Community Center, 1 to 4
p.m., $3 non-dancers, $8 dancers, both includes lunch; music by Michael James. Farkle Fridays: Willmar Community Center, 1-4 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m. Recovery Church: 516 4th Ave SW, New London, 7 p.m. Child care provided.
Saturday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 10 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
This calendar runs in the Sunday Reminder and as space permits in the West Central Tribune e-edition, Monday through Saturday. Email your event to news@wctrib.com or mail it to Kit Grode, West Central Tribune, PO Box 839, Willmar, MN 56201. Include all information and the name and phone number of the person submitting it. You will be called to confirm the information.
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Beer Cheese Soup: The
BY PATTI DIAMOND
As the days grow cooler and the leaves start to turn, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of warm, velvety soup to welcome the comforting spirit of autumn.
Few dishes perfectly capture the essence of cozy autumn nights like Beer Cheese Soup. With its creamy texture and rich blend of sharp cheddar and your favorite brew, this hearty soup is perfect for those cooler evenings when you crave something both satisfying and soul-warming.
Originating from the heart of Wisconsin, Beer Cheese Soup is also a fantastic dish for game day gatherings. Whether you’re watching football with friends or hosting a casual weekend party, this soup is a crowdpleaser that’s quick to whip up and rich in flavor. The combination of aged cheese and beer delivers a deep, robust taste, while the creamy texture keeps it indulgent.
What makes this soup even better is its simplicity. With just a few ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal without breaking the bank. Pair it with a green salad, a warm loaf of crusty bread or pretzel rolls for a true comfort food experience.
WISCONSIN BEER
CHEESE SOUP
Yield: 8 servings Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
1 cup butter 1 cup onion, finely minced
1 cup celery, finely minced 1 cup carrots, finely minced
1 cup flour (all-purpose)
8 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 (12-ounce) bottle Pilsnerstyle beer (preferably flat)
3 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish: chopped fresh parsley, shredded sharp cheddar cheese and a fun traditional topping -- popcorn!
In a 6-quart soup pot or Dutch oven, over medium heat, melt the butter. Next, add the onions. Saute until onions appear translucent. Add the carrots and celery. Stir into the onion mixture and saute to soften the vegetables. Gradually add in the flour and stir into the vegetable mix until combined to make a roux. As you cook the flour and fat together, you’ll notice the mixture transforming from a loose, grainy texture to a smooth paste-like consistency, hence “roux.” Cook the roux for just a couple minutes, stirring constantly.
Don’t burn the roux! Stirring constantly, add the chicken stock to the roux 1 cup at a time. Make sure the cup of chicken stock is completely incorporated into the roux before adding the next cup. Repeat until all the chicken stock has been added. Stir constantly (to prevent scorching), until the soup base comes to a boil. Turn the heat down to low, then add mustard
and beer, stirring to blend into soup. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the soup pot from the heat. Using an immersion blender (stick blender), puree the soup to achieve a nice velvety consistently. Alternatively, add the soup to a blender or food processor, in small batches. Use care, as the soup will be hot! When all the soup has been blended, return to the pot.
Turn heat on to medium low and add the grated cheddar cheese one handful at a time. Stir the cheese until melted and blended with the soup. Add the Parmesan, then salt and pepper to taste.
Serve in soup bowls topped with parsley, more shredded cheddar and popcorn or croutons. So, as the season changes and you find yourself reaching for heartier, comforting dishes, let Beer Cheese Soup become a staple in your autumn menu. It’s quick to make, easy on the budget and always a crowd-pleaser.
Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the pennypinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime -- Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@ divasonadime.com. © 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
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SHEET PAN LEMON DIJON PORK
Serves 4
canola oil
1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts (about 4 cups), quartered
4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
Coarsely ground pepper, optional
Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, mix first 4 ingredients; gradually whisk in oil. Reserve 1 Tablespoon mixture. Add vegetables to remaining mixture; toss to coat. Place pork chops and vegetables in a 15x10x1-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Brush chops with reserved mustard mixture. Roast 10 minutes. Turn chops and stir vegetables; roast until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145° and vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with pepper. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
PEAR CRISP
Serves 6
4 to 5 whole large pears
2/3 Cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Topping:
1 1/2 Cups all-purpose flour
1/3 Cup granulated sugar
1/3 Cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 Cup pecans, very finely chopped
1/2 Cup butter, melted
Preheat the oven to 350°F. For the filling: Peel, core, and
dice the pears. Place them into a bowl and stir together with the granulated sugar and salt. Set aside.
For the topping: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. Stir together. Drizzle the melted butter, gradually, stirring with a fork as you go until all combined. Pour the pears into a buttered baking dish; top with the crumb topping.
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to the hearing date. Written testimony should be submitted to Eric Van Dyken, Zoning Administrator; County Office Building, 400 Benson Ave SW, Willmar, MN 56201, or via email at eric.vandyken@kcmn.us FOR THE COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Eric Van Dyken Kandiyohi County Zoning Administrator (Sep. 29, 2024)
A public hearing will be held by the Kandiyohi County Planning Commission on Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Commissioners Board Room at the Kandiyohi County Health & Human Services building located at 2200 – 23rd St. NE Willmar, MN. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the application of the following applicants.
Applicant: Tillman Infrastructure LLC
Northwest ¼ of Section 6, Township 117, Range 36, except parts. Holland Township. Kandi Chippewa Line SW. Matthew & Amanda Tebben, Landowners
Requests installation of a wireless communications tower in an A-1 Agricultural Preservation District. Proposing a 200 foot Self-Support Tower.
Applicant: Tepetonka Club LLC NW ¼ of NW ¼, Section 13, Township 121, Range 35, Lake Andrew Township. 1155 Co Road 40 NE
Request an 8-unit Hospitality Center in an A-2 General Agricultural District.
Applicant: Benjamin Farrier
That part of the W ½ of the SW ¼, Except that part.. Section 28, Township 122, Range 33, Roseville Township. 22805 145th St NE
Requests an Agricultural processing facility in an A-2 General Agricultural District. Proposes on-site meat processing facility.
Sketches and additional information of the proposed project(s) are available for view in the Department of Environmental Services Office located at 400 Benson Ave. SW Willmar, MN Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
All interested parties are invited to attend said hearing or submit writ-
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