• We have started a Scrip Program. Please print the Scrip Order Form and order the gift certificates of your choice. By using these gift certificates, you are helping the Congregation raise funds. From 2 to 15 percent of the discount is retained by Joliet Jewish Congregation as revenue. Please support our fundraiser by using scrip for purchases you would make anyway at local stores such as Jewel-Osco, Dominick's, Kohl's, Sears, etc.
  • The Joliet Jewish Congregation Cookbook is now available for purchase. Cost is $10.00 per book and are available in the office. Please call the office (815-741-4600) for more information.
  • Help us fill the paper recycling bin in our parking lot. Please bring old newspapers, magazines, office paper, paperback books, hardcover books with covers removed, etc. to help with this fundraiser.
    If we can recycle 20% more paper than last year's total by August 31, we will receive a $250.00 bonus. We need to collect 11.8 tons of paper to receive the bonus. We've collected 5.96 tons so far.
  • The Sisterhood Gift Shop offers beautiful merchandise. Call the office to make an appointment if you need anything.
  • We are participating in the Food 4 Less Community Rewards program. We receive a 4% rebate on purchases made by congregation members and friends. All you need to do is pick up a card at the office and show it at the register when you shop there.
  • We participate in the Ultra Foods Shop N Share program. When you shop there, please save your receipts and turn them in to the office. We will receive a 5% rebate on the total sent in.
  • Joliet Jewish Congregation is doing its part to help the environment and collects inkjet, laser cartridges and cell phones for recycling. Help us by saving them and dropping them off at the office.

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    Recipe of the Week: Portobello Mushroom / Chicken Jambalaya

    Recipe of the Week




    More recipes are available from the Joliet Jewish Congregation Cookbook on sale now at the office.

    2 Tbsp canola oil1/2 tsp dried thyme
    2 large onions, chopped1 tsp salt
    1 medium red pepper, seeded and chopped1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
    1 small clove garlic, minced1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
    1/3 cup flour1 pkg Portobello mushrooms (about 6 oz) cleaned and sliced
    1 lb skinless, boneless chicken, cut into 1/2 inch pieces2 cups water
    28 oz can diced tomatoes in juice, drained3 scallions, trimmed and chopped
    2 cups fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth2 cups long grain brown rice
      

    In a Dutch oven or large heavy pan, heat the canola oil over medium high heat. Saute the onions, bell pepper and garlic for about 4 minutes, until soft. Remove pan from heat. Put the flour in a large sealable plastic bag. Add chicken and shake the bag to coat chicken with flour evenly. Remove the chicken pieces, shaking off excess flour and add them to pan. Cook chicken over medium heat for 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until all the pieces are opaque and the flour has colored and slightly browned in places. Stir in rice. Add tomatoes, broth, thyme, salt, cayenne and black pepper. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add mushrooms, arranging them on top of rice mixture. Pour in the water. Return mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low and cover partially. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until the rice is done. Stir in scallions and quickly remove pan from heat. Let cool about 5 minutes and serve. Serves 6.


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    Phone: (815)-741-4600
    Fax: (815)-741-9776
    Email: jolietjewishcongregation@netzero.com
    Our Address: 250 N. Midland, Joliet, IL 60435

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