Julie Stuckey

This recipe for bacon-wrapped scallops with spicy mayo is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The savory bacon complements the sweet scallops perfectly, while the spicy mayo adds a kick of heat. Its a super easy dish to make for a special occasion or as a tasty appetizer for any seafood lover. Ingredients: 12 large scallops 12 slices of bacon 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Toothpicks Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C Wrap each scallop with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick Season the wrapped scallops with salt and pepper Place the bacon-wrapped scallops on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy and the scallops are cooked through While the scallops are baking, mix mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lemon juice in a s...

Enjoy the rich, decadent flavor of these flourless double chocolate cake cookies. With a soft, fudgy texture and intense chocolate flavor, theyre a chocolate lovers dream. Ingredients: 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet To melt the chocolate chips and butter in a bowl that can go in the microwave, add them one at a time and stir them around every 30 seconds The granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract should all be mixed together well in a different bowl When you add the melted chocolate to the sugar and egg mix, make sure its all smooth Toss in the cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, making sure t...

For busy moms, this tasty chicken stew made in a slow cooker is the perfect comfort food. You can put the food in the slow cooker in the morning and have a hearty, tasty dinner ready when you get home. Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 2 cups baby carrots 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can 14 5 oz diced tomatoes 2 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried rosemary Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons cornstarch optional, for thickening Instructions: Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker Add potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic on top of the chicken Pour diced tomatoes and chicken broth over the ingredients Sprinkle with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender Opt...

In Poland, zapiekanka is a popular street food that looks like an open-faced sandwich with meat, mushrooms, onions, and cheese on top. Its easy to make, tastes great, and is great for a quick snack or meal. Ingredients: 1 baguette or long bread loaf 200g mushrooms, sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced 150g grated cheese preferably Edam or Gouda 4 tbsp ketchup or tomato sauce Salt and pepper to taste Optional: ham or cooked sausage slices Instructions: Preheat the oven to 200C 390F Cut the baguette or bread loaf in half lengthwise, then cut each half in half again to form four open-faced sandwiches Spread ketchup or tomato sauce on each piece of bread Top with sliced mushrooms, onions, and optional ham or cooked sausage slices Season with salt and pepper to taste Sprinkle grated cheese generously over the top of each sandwich Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheat...

These Peanut Butter Surprise Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter. The surprise inside each cupcake is a miniature peanut butter cup that adds a delicious twist to this classic treat. Topped with a decadent chocolate ganache, these cupcakes are a must-try for all chocolate and peanut butter lovers Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp white vinegar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup powdered sugar 12 chocolate peanut butter cups miniature 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup heavy cream Crushed peanuts optional, for garnish Instructions: Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C You can line a muffin tin with cupcake liners There is a lot of stuff in this bo...

There is just the right amount of protein, fiber, and flavor in these Mango Black Bean Chicken Quinoa Bowls. Theyre a tasty and healthy meal choice because they have juicy mango, creamy avocado, and tender chicken. Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts, diced 1 cup quinoa 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 mango, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 avocado, sliced 1 lime, juiced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Follow the directions on the package to cook the quinoa Warm up the olive oil in a big pan over medium-low heat It will take about 5 to 7 minutes of cooking after adding the diced chicken breasts until the meat is no longer pink Add cumin, salt, and pepper to the chicken to taste Cook the quinoa and put it in a large bowl Add the black beans, mango, red bell...

This dish is a quick and easy vegan alternative to scrambled eggs with goat cheese. It has crumbled tofu that has been seasoned with nutritional yeast and spices, sauted Swiss chard, and vegan goat cheese on top to make it creamy. Ingredients: 1 block extra-firm tofu, crumbled 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons vegan goat cheese store-bought or homemade Fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: In a bowl, mix crumbled tofu with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat Add chopped Swiss chard and saut until wilted Pour tofu mixture into the skillet with Swiss chard Cook, stirring occasionally, until tofu is heated through and resembles scra...

Tender chunks of beef simmered in a flavorful sauce, this slow cooker recipe is not only delicious but also convenient. The added benefit of dry erase magnets makes it easy to keep track of your cooking process Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks 1 onion, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup beef broth 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons water Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish Instructions: Place beef chunks, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker In a separate bowl, mix beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ginger Pour over the beef Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until beef is tender In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth Stir into the slow cooker Cook for an additional 30 minutes on high, or until the sa...

Indulge in this dairy-free and lusciously creamy coconut panna cotta parfait. The layers of coconut goodness and fresh berries create a delightful treat for your taste buds. Ingredients: 2 cans 800ml coconut milk 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 1/2 tsp agar-agar powder 1 tsp vanilla extract Fresh berries for layering and topping Toasted coconut flakes for garnish Instructions: Over medium-low heat, mix the coconut milk and maple syrup in a saucepan Bring the mixture to a low boil and stir it every now and then Spread the agar-agar powder out evenly over the mixture while whisking it all the time to keep it from clumping Keep cooking for another 5 to 7 minutes, or until the agar-agar is completely gone Now take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla extract Let the mixture cool down a bit Fill up the parfait glasses halfway with the coconut mixture Put the glasses in the fridge and leave th...

Twice Baked Potatoes are a delicious and indulgent side dish perfect for entertaining. They are creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, making them a crowd-pleaser for any meal. Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Salt and pepper to taste Chopped chives for garnish Instructions: Warm the oven up to 190C 375F After you wash and dry the potatoes, poke them a few times with a fork Put the potatoes on the rack in the oven and bake them for 45 to 60 minutes, or until they are soft Take the potatoes out of the oven and let them cool down a bit Separate each potato into two long halves Scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin shell Mix the potato flesh, sour cream, milk, butter, and half of the cheddar cheese together in a bowl Add pepper and salt Put the mashed potato mixture inside the potato shells, ...

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this decadent burger that combines balsamic-infused beef patties, creamy mac and cheese, crispy bacon, and caramelized onions. Its a flavor explosion in every bite Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste 4 burger buns 1 cup macaroni and cheese prepared 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits 1/2 cup caramelized onions 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 4 slices cheddar cheese Lettuce and tomato slices for garnish Instructions: Salt and pepper should be mixed with the ground beef in a bowl Four burger patties should be made from the beef mixture Set your grill or griddle on the stove to medium-high heat to get it ready The burger patties should be cooked for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are done the way you like them Each patty should have a slice ...