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Black & White Cookies

Black & White Cookies

Cookies· dessert
March 5, 2018

Black & White Cookies – Soft, cakey vanilla cookies covered in vanilla and chocolate icing It’s cookie time! For you…
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Raspberry Macaron Hearts

Raspberry Macaron Hearts

Cookies· Valentine's Day
February 1, 2018

Raspberry Macaron Hearts – Classic french raspberry macarons are given a Valentine’s Day makeover by shaping them into lovely hearts….
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Fudge Striped Cookies

Fudge Striped Cookies

Cookies· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
January 2, 2018

Fudge Striped Cookies – Buttery shortbread cookies sandwiched with chocolate ganache and striped with chocolate.  Happy New Year!! I hope…
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Peanut Butter Blossoms

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Cookies· dessert· Holiday Favorites
December 7, 2017

Peanut Butter Blossoms – Chewy, yet fluffy peanut butter cookies are baked and then topped with a milk chocolate Hershey Kiss. The perfect…
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Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies

Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies

Cookies· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
December 4, 2017

Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies – Perfectly tart raspberry jam sandwiched between two buttery almond shortbread cookies December is finally here!…
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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· Fall Flavors
November 2, 2017

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies – Soft and fluffy pumpkin cookies sprinkled with chocolate chips and perfectly spiced with cinnamon Happy…
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons

Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons

Cookies· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites· Popular Recipes
October 5, 2017

Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons – A classic chewy french cookie is given a fall makeover with a pinch of pumpkin spice, cream…
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Hi, my name is Sharon. I’m an accountant by day, risk-taking baker and food enthusiast by night. Come join me as I share my favorite recipes and test out new ones along the way!

fall flavors

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Apple Pecan Farro Salad

overhead shot of bright pumpkin fettuccine on a white plate with sundried tomatoes and wilted spinach throughout

Pumpkin Fettuccine with Sundried Tomatoes

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Banana Bread Doughnuts

apple pie egg roll dipping in caramel sauce

Apple Pie Egg Rolls

apple cinnamon charlotte sitting on a plate with cinnamon sabayon sliced in half to reveal the apples in the center

Apple Cinnamon Charlotte

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Sweet Potato Cornbread

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Goat Cheese Phyllo Cigars

picture of mixed berry almond tart dusted with powdered sugar shot at an angle from the front

Mixed Berry Almond Tart

a bowl of Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bread Pudding topped with ice cream with a casserole dish with bread pudding and two pumpkins stacked on top of each other in the background, shot from a side angle

Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bread Pudding

Maple Pecan Scones

Gingerbread Biscotti on parchment paper

Gingerbread Biscotti

 

Skillet Naan Bread – yogurt dough proved and coo Skillet Naan Bread – yogurt dough proved and cooked on a cast-iron skillet to make restaurant-quality Indian flatbread at home! 

I always thought making naan required a tandoor oven, you guys! But a cast-iron skillet gets just as hot and gives you those perfect charred spots! 

The yogurt in the dough makes it soft and pillowy, and the cast-iron creates that authentic flavor!

Pro tip: Don't skimp on kneading time – a full 8 minutes ensures the dough isn't tough and gets perfectly fluffy!

Perfect for pairing with curry, dal, soups, or for dipping in hummus! 🍛

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Mango Coconut Sticky Rice – sushi rice cooked wi Mango Coconut Sticky Rice – sushi rice cooked with coconut milk and fresh mango for a tropical side dish! 🥭

This is a SAVORY version of the sweet Thai dessert, you guys! I created this to stay in the savory spectrum so you can serve it with any entree during the week! 

The rice cooker does ALL the work! Just add everything, press start, and walk away!

Pro tip: I love the texture of mango as it cooks with the rice, but if you prefer fresh mango chunks, add them after the rice is done!

Perfect for pairing with grilled chicken, fish, tacos, or any Caribbean-inspired meal! 🌴
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Peanut Butter Banana Bites – sliced bananas topp Peanut Butter Banana Bites – sliced bananas topped with peanut butter and dipped in chocolate! A yummy, guilt-free treat that's great fresh or frozen!

I was inspired by those frozen chocolate-covered bananas from Disney World, you guys! I added peanut butter because I LOVE peanut butter, banana, and chocolate together!

Once I made these, I discovered I love them better FRESH instead of frozen! The banana flavor is way more present when they're fresh!

Pro tip: Cut your banana slices thick to make them easier to dip in chocolate – thin slices fall apart!

Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings, healthy snacking, or anytime you want a guilt-free treat! 

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Rice Cooker Spanish Rice – jasmine rice cooked w Rice Cooker Spanish Rice – jasmine rice cooked with chicken broth, tomatoes, onions, and spices! The rice cooker does ALL the work!

I always burned rice on the stove, you guys! No matter what I did! But since using a rice cooker almost a decade ago, my rice comes out perfectly fluffy every time!

Just throw all the ingredients in, turn it on, and walk away! The work is done for you!

Pro tip: Make sure to include some of the tomato juice when measuring – we need it to help cook the rice properly!

Perfect for taco night, burrito bowls, fajitas, or anytime you want flavorful rice without the fuss! 

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Easy Ravioli Lasagna – meat sauce, cheese raviol Easy Ravioli Lasagna – meat sauce, cheese ravioli, and mozzarella layered to make the easiest baked pasta dish! 

You guys have LOVED my easy dinner recipes lately, so here's another one! This lasagna cuts prep time in half while keeping all the same flavors and textures you love! 

The genius shortcut? Frozen cheese ravioli = no boiling pasta + no mixing ricotta! The ravioli cooks in the oven and the cheese filling acts as the ricotta layer!

Pro tip: Drain the beef well after cooking before adding sauce – otherwise it'll be too greasy!

Perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, potlucks, or anytime you want lasagna without the fuss! 

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