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Onondaga Lake Parkway to remain closed for three more days as crews work on bridge
By Leila Ahmed
Peach-smothered pork chops
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
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Tini Younger got TikTok-famous for her extra-cheesy mac and cheese, but she likes to encourage her 12.5 million followers to build their skills. This recipe, from her book "Today We Are Cooking …" (Clarkson Potter, 2026) teaches basics like how to brown meat, how to peel soft fruit and how to balance sweet flavors (ripe peaches) with pungent ones (ginger, garlic and shallots). Apples make an excellent substitute for peaches during the colder months. -- Julia Moskin
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