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Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer

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Cybele is a writer and editor with more than 16 years in the publishing industry. An avid reader, you can usually find her with the latest new book release from the local library. She currently resides on a farm in Hardwick with her husband and four children. In her spare time, she writes historical fiction specific to New Jersey.
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Golden Turkey Stew: An All-Yellow Instant Pot Dinner

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Who says beef gets to have all the stew? After binge-watching "Backrooms" I had an idea to do an all-yellow dinner. This hearty, golden...
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Pumpkin-Custard “Pangolin” Tart

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This pumpkin custard with candied acorn and butternut squash and maple gelée will make an entrance on your fall table. The dark green, scalloped...
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Ginger-Garlic Chicken Roasted in a Pumpkin

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A pumpkin makes a surprisingly practical roasting vessel. As the chicken cooks, its juices release with the pumpkin and root vegetables, creating an incredible...
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Classic Black-and-White Cookies

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Inspired by New York’s famous black-and-white cookies, these deliciously cake-like cookies look labor intensive but are really pretty easy to make. If you want...
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Make-Ahead Rainbow Salad With Creamy Peanut Dressing

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Colorful, crunchy and sturdy enough to prepare ahead, this salad layers fresh vegetables, optional chicken and a creamy peanut dressing. Pack it into individual...
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Chewy, Cherry, Chocolate-Chip Ginger Cookies

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Chewy, warmly spiced and studded with tart cherries and pools of chopped chocolate, these cookies fall somewhere between a ginger cookie and a really...
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French Lentil Salad With Balsamic and Basil

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
This simple lentil salad is hearty enough for lunch but light enough to serve alongside dinner. Fresh basil, tomatoes and a tangy balsamic dressing...
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‘Tickled-Pink’ Summer Soup

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Few soups are as eye-catching as Lithuania's famous Šaltibarščiai (shull-tee-barsh-chay). It is a bowl of bright-pink goodness that's as refreshing as it is beautiful....
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Crunchy Cucumber, Peach and Burrata Salad

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
When the temperature climbs, the best recipes are often the simplest. Sweet summer peaches, crisp cucumber, creamy burrata and fragrant basil come together in...
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Martha Washington’s Great Cake

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
A centerpiece dessert fit for a semiquincentennial, Martha Washington's Great Cake is rich with dried fruit, warm spices, Madeira wine and brandy. Fair warning: This...
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Easy Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
These scallops are elegant enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. If you're serving them as an appetizer, a crisp sparkling...
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Strawberry Fruit Sando Cake With Patterned Top

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
A fruit sandwich, or fruit sando, is a popular Japanese dessert featuring fresh fruit and sweetened whipped cream tucked between slices of soft milk...
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Leftover Chicken Noodle Casserole 

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Creamy, cozy, and quick for the “what am I doing with this rotisserie chicken?” kind of night.  Serves: 6–8 Prep time: 15 minutes Bake time: 30 minutes  Ingredients  12 oz egg noodles   ...
Schools + Education

SCCC Inaugurates Dr. Corey Homer as President, Shares Vision of a Bright Future

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Sussex County Community College on Thursday formally inaugurated Dr. Corey Homer as its seventh president, marking a leadership transition shaped by more than a...
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Star-of-the-Show Blueberry Cheesecake 

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
A creamy classic with a jammy berry crown. No water bath, no stress, just quietly delicious. Ingredients Crust: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs ⅓ cup melted butter 2...
Community Issues

Transition Resource Fair Hosted by North Warren Regional High School

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Caregivers of New Jersey hosted a resource fair aimed at helping young adults with special needs prepare for life after graduation. The event, held on...
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Spinach Basil Walnut Pesto

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
This pesto is a fresh, flexible mix that blends spinach and basil for a lighter, everyday version of the classic. Walnuts add a rich, toasty...
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Sticky Mongolian Chicken Lettuce Cups

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
All the sweet, savory, takeout-style flavor of Mongolian chicken, without the heaviness. These lettuce cups are crisp, and easy, making them perfect for quick...
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Irish-Style Banana Oat Muffins

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! These rustic banana oat muffins take a little inspiration from hearty Irish oatmeal... simple, wholesome, and meant to keep you...
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Chicken Satay Bowl

Cybele Tamulonis, Contributing Writer -
A weeknight dinner that tastes like you tried harder than you did. Tender roasted chicken in a gingery peanut-lime sauce over warm zucchini noodles,...
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