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Kylee Wierks

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  • Ice cream is secret ingredient in this 2-ingredient bread recipe

    Recipe courtesy of Kylee Wierks of Kylee’s Kitchen Tips for making ice cream bread Use full fat ice cream. To be honest, I’m not entirely sure what the scientific reasoning for this is, but you need the fat to get the right consistency. If possible, let the ice cream melt on it’s own. Don’t microwave it. Make sure the ice cream is completely melted. In all honesty, it should look like ice cream soup. If there are still unthawed chunks, […]

  • Four car accident stops traffic on northeast side during morning rush hour

    INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. –A late Thursday morning rush hour crashed has slowed traffic on the north-east side. Indiana State Police are reporting that four cars were involved in the multi-vehicle crash along west bound I-465 just east of Keystone Avenue just before 9:00 a.m. Thursday morning. One person was briefly trapped in one of the vehicles and had to be freed. Their condition was not listed as they were transported to a local hospital. All five west bound lanes were closed […]

  • Celebrate Piña Colada Day with this tropical, no-bake cake

    Recipe courtesy of Kylee Wierks of Kylee’s Kitchen Piña Colada Icebox Cake Ingredients 2 (8-ounce) blocks of Challenge cream cheese, softened 1 cup coconut cream (Optional: 2 teaspoons coconut extract) 16-ounce container whipped topping 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut About 52 Oreos (golden or chocolate) (Optional: toasted coconut, whipped cream, candied pineapple for topping) Directions Prepare 8 x 8 pan with aluminum pan or spray sides of springform pan with nonstick spray Beat together […]

  • Patriotic no-bake treats for the Fourth of July from Kylee’s Kitchen

    Recipe courtesy of Kylee Wierks of Kylee’s Kitchen This year, the Fourth of July is in the middle of a heat wave in Indiana. Seriously, could it get any hotter?! Actually, I don’t think I want to ask that question because I know it definitely can. Anyway, it’s way too hot to heat the house up by turning on the oven. So instead, I’ve opted for no-bake treats. Of course, very patriotic no-bake treats because you all know me. I […]

  • Looking for s’more fun treats to make with your kids? Try these Frozen S’mores Cones

    Recipe courtesy of Kylee Wierks of Kylee’s Kitchen Frozen S’mores Cones Yield: Makes 12 cones Ingredients 1 box (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix 2 cups milk for pudding 8 ounces whipped topping 8 ounces marshmallow creme 2 graham crackers, crushed 12 ice cream cones Marshmallows and chocolate sauce for serving, if desired Directions Make chocolate pudding by whisking together pudding mix and cold milk. Fold in 1/2 cup whipped topping and set aside. Combine marshmallow creme and remaining 1/2 […]

  • Community says final farewell to retired search-and-rescue K9 before he’s put down

    PORTER, Ind. – A retired search-and-rescue K9 in northern Indiana got one final ride before he was put down on Wednesday. Harley, an 8-year-old German shepherd, had been with Porter Fire Department Fire Chief Jay Craig since he was just 7-months-old. Craig told FOX59 his friend picked up the dog from an animal shelter in Kosciusko County, and Craig fell in love with him. Craig took Harley through general obedience training and recognized he had the drive to go down […]

  • Chicago teen shot in head was covered with sheet – but he wasn’t dead

    CHICAGO — A Chicago teenager who had been shot in the head multiple times was presumed dead and covered with a sheet by paramedics before onlookers noticed he was still moving, police and fire officials said Tuesday. Erin Carey, a 17-year-old who had just graduated from high school, was shot in the head on Chicago’s West Side early Monday and responding paramedics apparently believed he had suffered fatal head wounds, police officials said. They covered his body in a sheet […]

  • Too many eggs coming from your chicken coop? Kylee’s Kitchen shares recipe ideas

    Supreme Quiche Ingredients 1 small white onion, diced 1 bell pepper (any color), diced 1 cup mushrooms, chopped 8 eggs 1 cup milk 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded 1 cup sausage, crumbled 6 pieces of bacon, crumbled 1/2 teaspoon vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2 9-inch frozen pie crusts Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and pre-bake crusts for 10 […]

  • IMPD officer builds positive relationship with kids at mall, buys them new shoes

    INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – An officer with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is being recognized for his huge heart and for making a positive impact on the community. Indianapolis mother Misty Paschall posted a short video and several photos to Facebook after visiting the mall Thursday evening Paschall tells FOX59 they were in Finish Line at Circle Center Mall when Officer Drane walked into the store to look at a pair of running shoes. Paschall’s son said, “Look it’s a police […]

  • Make this watermelon fruit pizza for your summer party

    Recipe courtesy of Kylee Wierks of Kylee’s Kitchen Watermelon fruit pizza Ingredients 16.5 ounces Sugar cookie dough (I used store bought, but you can use your favorite recipe) 8 ounces Challenge cream cheese, softened 8 ounces marshmallow crème 1 pound strawberries, sliced thinly 4 kiwi, peeled and cut in a semi-circle 1/4 cup chocolate chips Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare 9-inch circle pan with nonstick spray Press cookie dough onto bottom of pan so it’s in an […]