Julie Stuckey

In this rich Bourbon Eggnog Affogato, you can enjoy the delicious mix of bourbon, eggnog ice cream, and espresso. Great for a cozy evening treat or a holiday dessert. Ingredients: 2 shots bourbon 2 scoops eggnog ice cream 1 shot espresso Whipped cream optional Ground nutmeg for garnish Instructions: Put some bourbon into a glass for serving Put scoops of eggnog ice cream on top Make a coffee shot and pour it over the ice cream Add whipped cream on top if you like Add ground nutmeg as a garnish Serve right away and enjoy

This Shredded Vegetable and Soba Noodle Salad is a refreshing and healthy option for a quick meal. Packed with colorful vegetables and the satisfying chewiness of soba noodles, its dressed in a flavorful sesame-soy dressing that makes it irresistible. Ingredients: 6 oz soba noodles 2 cups shredded cabbage 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts For the dressing: 3 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp grated ginger 1 clove garlic, minced Instructions: Cook soba noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and drain In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro Add the cooked soba noodles to the bowl and toss to combine In a s...

Steamed Asari Clams are a delicious and simple seafood dish that highlights the natural flavors of the clams. The combination of butter, sake, and scallions enhances the briny sweetness of the clams, creating a delightful and aromatic broth. Ingredients: 2 lbs asari clams, cleaned 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup sake 2 scallions, chopped Instructions: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat Add the cleaned asari clams to the pot Pour in the sake over the clams Cover the pot with a lid and steam the clams for about 5-7 minutes or until they open up Once the clams have opened, sprinkle chopped scallions over the top Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired

These Fall and Halloween cupcakes are the perfect treat for spooky season. With a moist pumpkin-spice base and festive decorations, theyre sure to be a hit at your Halloween party or autumn gathering. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree Orange food coloring optional For the frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups powdered sugar 2-3 tbsp milk 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Green and black gel food coloring Instructions: Warm up your oven to 350F 175C and put Halloween-themed cupcake liners in a cupcake pan Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices cinnamon, nutmeg, and ...

For a cozy fall breakfast or brunch, these Spiced Pumpkin Waffles are a must. They have the wonderful flavor of pumpkin and warm spices in them. Put your favorite toppings on them and enjoy Ingredients: 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 2 large eggs 1 3/4 cups milk 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Put the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a large bowl Mix the brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with a whisk in a different bowl Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones while stirring them together Watch out not to mix too much; its okay to have some lumps Follow th...

You can make this Avocado Hummus dip, which is creamy and full of flavor. It has the richness of avocado, the nuttiness of tahini, and the earthiness of chickpeas. Its great as a snack or as an appetizer at a party. Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 3 tablespoons tahini 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds Instructions: In a food processor, combine avocado, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed Taste and adjust seasoning as desired Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl If desired, top with chopped cilantro, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds Serve with pita bread, chips, or fresh vegetables for dipping