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KJAN Backyard and Beyond

LaVon Eblen retired after her final program on July 1, 2022.  Her first program aired on July 1, 1997, 25 years ago.  Thanks LaVon!

Just in case you missed one of Lavon’s “Backyard & Beyond” programs,  here they are!

Backyard and Beyond 11-25-2015

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November 25th, 2015 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Steve Livengood about bell ringing for the Salvation Army this holiday season.

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Backyard and Beyond 11-24-2015

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

November 24th, 2015 by admin

Lavon talks about soup!

Three Sisters Harvest Soup

  • 1 butternut squash – 1 to 1.5 pounds
  • 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 can (14 oz.) fat-free, reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup reduced sodium canned yellow corn
  • 1 can (15 oz.) fat free pinto beans, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup sherry (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Peel, seed, and discard stringy fibers from the squash. Cut in small places, about 1 inch square.  Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.  Add squash pieces.  Cook approximately 5 minutes, using a wooden spatula or spoon to turn pieces frequently.  Add onion, garlic, and carrots and cook until onions are translucent, stirring frequently.  Add remaining ingredients, and bring to a boil.  Cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 20 minutes, until the squash pieces are tender.

Preperation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serving size: 3/4 cup
Exchanges per serving: 1/2 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat
Carbohydrate choices: 2
Per Serving  Calories: 240Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 8g
Saturated fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 418mg
Fiber: 8g

Three sisters refers to the wonderful combination of beans, corn, and squash – foods traditionally grown and consumed together by many American Indian Tribes.  In the garden, corn is planted in the center, then the beans surround them and use the stalks as a trellis, then the squash is planted around the base to spread out.  This recipe was printed in the Natural Home Magazine’s Nov/Dec 2009 issue.

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Backyard and Beyond 11-20-2015

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November 20th, 2015 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Emily Paulsen about the Holiday Harvest Market and her vendor efforts.

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Backyard & Beyond (11-19-2015)

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November 19th, 2015 by Jim Field

LaVon visits with Laurine Price about the SHARE Program.

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Backyard & Beyond (11-18-2015)

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

November 18th, 2015 by Jim Field

LaVon visits with Emily Krengel CCHS Registered Dietitian about the Healthy U program.

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Backyard & Beyond (11-17-2015)

Backyard and Beyond

November 17th, 2015 by Jim Field

LaVon visits with Ouida Hargens of the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce about the Snowflake Drop and other holiday happenings.

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Backyard & Beyond (11-13-2015)

Backyard and Beyond

November 13th, 2015 by Jim Field

LaVon talks about the Harvest Market in Atlantic on November 23, 2015.

 

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Backyard and Beyond 11-12-2015

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November 12th, 2015 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Crystal Christensen with Allen Place about an upcoming fundraiser for Meal on Wheels.

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Backyard and Beyond 11-11-2015

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November 11th, 2015 by Jim Field

Lavon Eblen speaks with Anne Pellett, Volunteer with Festival of Trees, talking about the event coming up.  Still time to decorated a tree and get involved with raffle items.

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Backyard and Beyond 11-10-2015

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November 10th, 2015 by Jim Field

Lavon Eblen speaks with Dan Coder with the Audubon County Hospital Foundation about the upcoming Harvest Dance and other fundraisers.

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