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Cherry Bourbon Spritz

Cherry Bourbon Spritz

drinks· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
December 8, 2023

Cherry Bourbon Spritz – Sweet cherries are smashed with lemon juice and bourbon and then finished with a little cherry…
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Cranberry Apple Sangria

Cranberry Apple Sangria

drinks· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites
November 27, 2023

Cranberry Apple Sangria – Tempranillo wine mixed with brandy, apple cider, cranberry juice, and ginger ale and served with diced…
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Bourbon Peach Smash

Bourbon Peach Smash

drinks· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
August 14, 2023

Bourbon Peach Smash – Fresh peaches are smashed with mint leaves, bourbon whiskey, and a little honey and then served…
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Peanut Butter Explosion Milkshake

Peanut Butter Explosion Milkshake

dessert· drinks· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month
July 31, 2023

Peanut Butter Explosion Milkshake – A homemade milkshake loaded with peanut butter and decorated with Reese’s Pieces and Reese’s Peanut…
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Avocado Margaritas

Avocado Margaritas

drinks
June 23, 2023

Avocado Margaritas – Avocado is added to a classic margarita with a little melon liquor to make for a creamy,…
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Watermelon Basil Lemonade

Watermelon Basil Lemonade

drinks· Easter· Summertime Favorites
May 29, 2023

Watermelon Basil Lemonade – Homemade lemonade sweetened with basil sugar and fresh watermelon juice. There are a few things as…
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Blueberry Mojito

Blueberry Mojito

drinks· Easter· Summertime Favorites
April 9, 2023

Blueberry Mojito – Crushed mint and blueberries are mixed together with rum, sugar, and lime juice and then served over…
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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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Peach Upside-down Cake

Apple Pie Cake

zoomed in shot of Sage & Browned Butter Hasselback Sweet Potatoes, shot from a side angle

Sage & Browned Butter Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Browned Butter

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Cinnamon Apple Kolaches

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Apple Cinnamon Charlotte

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Mini Ham & Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Onions

Pigs in a Blanket Wreath on parchment paper with thyme sprigs and a dish of dipping sauce in the center with cans of dr pepper and plates in the background, shot from a side angle

Pigs in a Blanket Wreath

mallorca sweet buns on a wire rack over a sheet pan

Mallorca Sweet Bread

baked brie with roasted pears and walnuts on top

Roasted Pear Baked Brie

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites with Fudge Frosting

 

Georgia Peach Salad – Mixed greens are tossed with Georgia Peach Salad – Mixed greens are tossed with grilled chicken, fresh Georgia peaches, pecans, goat cheese crumbles, grape tomatoes, and sliced red onions. Serve with my homemade white balsamic vinaigrette.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/georgia-peach-salad/
Healthy Greek Nachos – English cucumbers are slice Healthy Greek Nachos – English cucumbers are sliced and topped with a mixture of tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta, and Greek dressing.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/healthy-greek-nachos/
Cuban Pulled Pork Sliders – Traditional ingredient Cuban Pulled Pork Sliders – Traditional ingredients of a Cuban sandwich are placed between dinner rolls to make perfectly-sized sliders.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/cuban-pulled-pork-sliders/
Easy Teriyaki Salmon – One of my go-to meals for w Easy Teriyaki Salmon – One of my go-to meals for weeknights. This salmon only needs 20 minutes to marinade and cooks in under 10!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/easy-teriyaki-salmon/
Pistachio Loaf – Real pistachios are ground and ad Pistachio Loaf – Real pistachios are ground and added to olive oil, eggs, sugar, flour, and a hint of almond extract to make this gorgeous loaf that is great for dessert or afternoon tea.

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