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Wicked recipes Thrill Halloween guests with easy dessert, hard cider ALAN SIMMER alan.simmer@wcfcourier.com‌

Last Halloween, I went to a party at a friend’s house, as you do.

The hostess had prepared a beverage, a mix of cider, cinnamon and booze that was ohso-seasonal and perfectly festive. I helped myself to a Alan Simmer mug full.

Here’s one is a Courier of my dirty Copy Editor.

Contact him at little secrets: alan.simmer@ I’m a thirsty wcfcourier.com. b o y, s o I don’t pace well. Put a glass of liquid in front of me, and it will be emptied.

Normally this isn’t a

problem; I can moderate by spacing out the time between the drinks.

On this occasion, it turns out the star of the lovely cider drink was a quart of Everclear.

The 151 proof grain alcohol.

It wasn’t until later I learned the recipe was originally for shots.

I’d downed about five of them — each with double the normal alcohol content — in the span of two minutes or so on an empty stomach.

I quickly found myself laying on the floor, my hot, hot cheek pressed against the cool surface as I savored the chilly breeze blowing in through a door I’d yanked open.

After about 20 prone minutes, I was back on my feet and ready to go again. But I’d learned a very valuable lesson: Always respect the power of Everclear.

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Stir in slightly beaten eggs, pumpkin, oil and vanilla until blended.

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Hoot owl cupcakes thrill trick-or-treaters and are easy to make Who-ooo-ooo knew it could be so easy to make a decorative and delicious cupcake?

This Land o’Lakes recipe builds on a white cake mix to create coconut cupcakes, then transforms them into owl faces with sliced almonds for feathers, candy for eyes and cashews COURTESY PHOTO for beaks. Plus, the cream cheese frosting is extra creamy. It’s a fun project Look for more recipes to thrill trick-or-treaters or for kids, too.

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Owl Cupcakes 1 (16.0- to 15.25-ounce) package butter recipe white cake mix 1¼ cups water 1/2 cup butter, softened 3 egg whites 1 teaspoon almond flavoring 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut Frosting: 3½ cups powdered sugar 1 (8-ounce) package cream

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Decorations: 48 butter rum-flavored hard candies with holes Milk chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips ½ cup sliced almonds 24 whole cashews Heat oven to 350 F. Combine all cake ingredients except coconut in bowl. Beat according to package directions. Gently stir in coconut. Fill paper-lined muffin cups twothirds full. Bake 19-22 minutes

or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.

Combine all frosting ingredients in medium bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy.

Frost cooled cupcakes. Place 2 butter rum candies on each cupcake for eyes. Dip bottoms of chocolate chips into frosting; place onto each candy circle to form center of eye. Arrange almonds above eyes for feathers. Add cashew for beak.

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UP pasties are like eating juicy hamburger in pie crust Christinia Crippes

is a Courier reporter. Read her pie blog online at www. wcfcourier.com

Several months back when I couldn’t bring myself to spend an extra six hours in we made the trek to norththe car for hand pies, so we ern Michigan for a family vacation, my sweetie offered started heading home. When a tempting detour on the we hit start-stop traffic on route home. We were only the outskirts of Chicago that a few hours from getting to delayed our trip home at Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, renowned for its hand pies, least three hours, my sweetie a n a rea o f t h e c o u n t r y so why rush home? recalled that we could have

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From page 4 Because, of course, she included a recipe for UP pasties. I couldn’t wait to make them.

While I didn’t jump right on it — I started with the lemon bar recipe while my sweetie used a sauce for roasting chicken to go with our smoked bird —I did get around to it before I really had the time.

With politics taking center stage in my life, and weekend trips planned in between before the weather turns nasty, I knew I didn’t have a lot of time to spare.

So, one night, my sweetie joined me in the kitchen while I made the dough.

The next night, I slaved away for hours and hours while streaming Netflix until too late.

We ultimately enjoyed our first bites at about 10:30 p.m. one weekday evening.

They were worth the wait.

The meat and veggies were packed so tight, it was like eating a juicy hamburger in a pie crust, and the flavors were subtle so as not to overwhelm t h e g ro u n d m ea t a n d crunchy crust.

I did take some minor liberties with the recipe, making smaller hand pies than it called for and making a mixture of ground beef and ground venison rather than ground beef and ground pork.

But other than that, I trusted the M idwest foodie, and she did not let this Midwest girl down.

Here’s what I did:

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Upper Peninsula meat hand pies, also known as UP pasties.

UP Pasties For the crust: 2 ½ cups flour 2 sticks butter, cut into pieces

½ cup milk, or more if needed

1

mixture. Mix together until a

the lower half of the round. Fold

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and crimp together the crust

large snowball.

edges. Transfer hand pies to a

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hand pies have been made.

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Farms-Land Sale CONTRACT or cash, 2BR 1.5BA. 1 car garage. $75k 1128 Forest Ave W'loo. 319-352-5555

CLEAN, 2 BR, fenced in yard, 1200 Englewood $750. Avail. Now No pets. 961-2919 or 232-3251.

FEMALE roommate needed to share 3 bedroom apartment. Room is 12' x 13' with closet, 3 large windows and ceiling fan. On-site washer-dryer $250 deposit 319-215-2158. CF. 290

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RANCH Condos. 1,2,3 bedroom, New construction. Garages, fireplaces, washer/dryers. Large floor plans. No Stairs. Background Check. Small town living - Town of Brandon. 319-596-5137. $400

MOVING Sale 2707 N Elk Run Rd, W'loo Fri 10-5, Sat 9-5, Sun 12-5.

Electric Fireplace, Grandfather Clock, Caned Chairs, Morris Chair, Quilts, Lots of Women's Clothes, Jeans, Lingerie, Swimwear, Shoes, Xmas Items, Toys, Books, Housewares, Small Appliances, Crafts, Sewing Material, Baby Cribs, Bicycles, Furniture, and much Misc.

Accounting Help Wanted-Accounting Clerk Reicks View Farms, a local family-oriented, progressive swine production system is seeking a motivated individual to assist in the verifying and processing the company's business transactions as they pertain to operating expenses. A successful candidate will be organized, practice good public relations, have analytic flexibility and a team player personality. Must be able to work well with Microsoft Office, Quickbooks and have attention to detail. Excellent Wages.

Medical/Dental Insurance.

Flex Spending Health Plan.

Dependent Care Assistance Plan.

Paid Vacation. To apply please send resume and application to: Reicks View Farms PO Box 150, Lawler, IA 52154 info@reicksview.com or visit www.reicksviewfarms.com For more info call 641-364-7843 ext 217

RURAL 2 BR, GAR, BSMT. West Ridgeway, no pets/smoking $600+ Dep. (361) 946-0438

Rent Miscellaneous INSIDE Boat Storage. $25/Month 319-464-4909 OFFICE Space For Rent. 561 Young St, Jesup. 319-827-1708

Miscellaneous GOLDEN Ratio Massage Table. 33 Inches Wide, Solid Maple, Carrying Bag. $250. 319-233-3915

Pets

AKC Gorgeous Red/Black German Shepherd puppies, parents are EUROPEAN IMPORTS, $1600 EACH 319-243-0136, shots/ wormed/ housebroke, DAM: Dual international SHOW CHAMPION!!!

Administrative Full time, benefits and 401K Must be able to multitask, answer phones, customer service, Payroll and accounts payable /receivable experience preferred Bring resume and apply in person Office hours are 8:00-5:00 905 Center Street, CF Automotive

Employment Delivery

The Courier has several independent contractor positions available delivering newspapers.

Profit of $850.00 - $1100.00 every 4 weeks Allison Motor Route Black Hawk County Motor Route You will be delivering to subscribers homes Sunday through Friday For more information call Bill at 319-291-1515

Driver

Is coming Soon to Cedar Falls!

We are Now Hiring!

Full and Part Time Positions available Must be able to function in a physically demanding environment Full Time starting wages $600/week Part Time starting at $10/hr Applications Available at www.tires.com Please send applications to MNM_Jobs@discounttire.com Construction Opening for Draftsperson/Project Manager Requires strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills. Knowledge of construction practices and methodology required.

Min. two yrs job exp or college degree in field. Proficiency with AutoCAD/Vectorworks preferred.

Exp. with MS Word/Excel/Project and Timberline software preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits.

Call 319-987-2911 to apply.

ENGLISH Bulldog Pups, AKC 6 Wks old Champion bloodlines, 2 male 2 female 515-890-1134 $2100

Sporting Goods GUN SHOW October 24, 25, 26 Central Iowa Fairgrounds-Marshalltown, IA Fri. 3-9•Sat. 9-5•Sun. 9-3 Featuring Mark Sieh

Delivery

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Antiques and Collectibles

DEDICATED CUSTOMER Based in Cedar Falls, IA Solo Drivers

$4000 Sign On Bonus. Local and Regional Opportunities * Earn up to $60-70,000 /Year!

*No Touch Freight *Great Pay, Benefits, and 401K plan

MULTI-FAMILY Sale 2012 Orchard Drive Thursday, October 30 10– 4 Huge Sale! Shabby chic décor, wonderful vintage sofa, vintage rocking chair, architectural salvage, corbels, vintage rugs, lots of new and vintage fabrics, anthropology inspired décor, vintage lace, statues, chalkware, transferware, vintage prints and paintings, lots of home décor, vintage cabinet, wonderful vintage Christmas décor, new and vintage jewelry, adult and children name brand clothes, jeans, jcrew, north face, under armour, polo, express, etc.

Earn up to $80-$100K/year! *Home Weekly Also Hiring Part-Time Drivers

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Health Care

Comfort Care Medicare In-Home Health Agency is hiring for: CNA/HHA for part-time in the community and open CNA/HHA position at local facility for Wednesday's 7-3pm, every Friday 6-11pm and every other weekend 3-11pm.

Deliver The Courier to subscriber homes

LPN for special needs gal in C.F. on Thurs and Fri 4:30 - 8pm Hoyer experience preferred.

Call Erica at 319-291-1516 or Sarah at 319-291-1502 for more information

Apply at: 2616 Orchard Dr., C.F. or send resume to rmiller@comfortcareia.com

Law Enforcement Franklin County has an opening for Deputy Sheriff.

You may obtain app online at http://co.franklin.ia.us or at Sheriff's Office. Apps must be signed and returned by 1 pm, Nov 10, 2014. ILEA certified preferred.

ABC Appliances. 20 fridges, 45 stoves, 80 washers/dryers (gas and electric), 20 freezers. 833-0101

Cedar Falls

Team Drivers

Full Time RN with Assisted Living experience

Appliances

19FT Starcraft Boat 85Hp Mercury Motor/ Trailer $3,000 obo 352-2062

$4000 Sign On Bonus *Rotating Schedule / Second Shift *Great Pay, Benefits, and 401K plan CDL-A w/ 1 yr. experience

Sunday through Friday.

OAK Baker Cab- $600; Bishop Chair- $300; Occ chair- $100; sewing rocker- $100; 3pr din chr $30 a Pr; 319-296-3542. $30-$600

★MEDICAL OFFICE★ Certified Medical Assistant or L.P.N Full-time M-F days.

Assist Provider with obtaining patient information, preparing patient for exam, assisting with treatments and minor surgical procedures, and patient education.

Previous experience preferred but new grads welcome to apply.

Competitive wage and good benefits. Send resume and references to: Courier Box D 17

Employment Maintenance FBG Service Corporation is currently taking applications for an experienced individual to join the maintenance staff in Waterloo.

This is a full-time 1st shift position working Monday - Friday starting pay is $12.00/hr. Responsibilities: maintain and repair machines, equipment, and buildings.

Experience in plumbing, locks, cylinders, lawn care, and carpentry are a plus. Benefits: 401k, Supplemental health, Paid Holidays, and more.

Please print out an application from our website at www.fbgservices.com and mail to, 238 1/2 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402.

You may also fill out an application at the local Iowa Workforce Center. $100 Sign on Bonus after completing a 90 day probationary period. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

SEASONAL

Independent Contractor Carrier Routes available in

LaPorte and Cedar Falls

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Health Care Receptionist- Department of Urology in Waterloo The Physicians' Clinic of Iowa Department of Urology is seeking a full time Front Desk Receptionist to work 40 hours per week in their new Waterloo practice. This individual will answer the phone, register and check-out patients, schedule new appointments and will be responsible for answering general patient questions. Will also perform other basic clerical duties. An applicant with an insurance background and/or experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred. Leading candidates will have two to three years of experience in a medical office.

Basic computer skills helpful.

The successful candidate must maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate a high level of professionalism at all times. The qualified individual must be a self starter, organized, and be able to work independently.

PCI is E.O.E. Pre-employment drug screen and background required. PCI is a tobacco free work place.

Interested candidates should submit their application and resume to: Physicians' Clinic of Iowa www.pcofiowa.com https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=11227081

Human Services WIC Director Operation Threshold is accepting applications for the position of Director of the Women's, Infant's, and Children's Nutrition Program (WIC). The WIC Director manages WIC services and staff in the 6 counties served from our Waterloo office. This FT position is eligible for benefits.

Requires a BA/BS in Dietetics, Nutrition, Nursing, or health related field or be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with 5 years of public health experience.

Dietitians must be licensed by the Iowa Board of Dietetics. Must have 3 years supervisory/program admin. exp., excellent communication skills- WIC experience is preferred. Must have ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of people including community and health professionals. Submit cover letter and resume: Human Resources, Operation Threshold, PO Box 4120, Waterloo, IA 50704 or email to cboche@operationthreshold.org.

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Auto 2000 Saturn, 3 Door, $3,000. 319-290-3841

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2003 Dodge Neon. 4 Door, Red w/ Black Interior. Auto, 32 MPG, Good School or 2nd Car. $4,100.

319-269-7206.

2003 Ford Mustang. 36000 Actually Miles, New Michelin Tires, $6500.

319-230-3294.

NewAldaya Lifescapes, a premier senior living campus is seeking a full-time IT resource. Successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining all information technology needs, including helpdesk, server maintenance, network infrastructure, terminals and electronic time clocks. Candidate will be a key resource in all aspects of ongoing Electronic Health Record planning and implementation. Experience with Microsoft Exchange and Windows Server a must. Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communications skills, be organized and capable of multi-tasking. Associates degree in Network Administration, Information Technology or related field and Microsoft certification required. Excellent benefit package provided with a flexible work schedule in a professional, caring environment. Criminal and other relevant background checks required.

2013 Dodge Avenger 4 Door SE, power, automatic. 32,000 miles, AC, cruise control. 319-290-3841. $13,900

SUV 2002 Ford Escape, XLT, Red, 4 Wheel Drive w/ Remote Start, Tow Package. $3,700. 160,000 Mi. 319-290-8776 2002 Hyandai Santa Fe V6. All Wheel Drive, Low Mi (134,000).

Good Cond. $4,100. 319-504-6117

Trucks-Heavy

Resumes and application (available at www.newaldaya.org) submitted by 10/24 will be given first consideration to shatch@newaldaya.org or mail to: NewAldaya Lifescapes, Attn: S. Hatch, HR, 7511 University Ave., Cedar Falls, IA 50613

88 Ford E350 Econoline Van 15' box w/ roll-up door. Auto. 163,000. $1400. 319-334-2582

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Phone 309-645-4623

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