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two stacked Cinnamon Chocolate Muffins and one muffin cut in half next to it and a pan of cinnamon chocolate muffins, shot from a side angle

Cinnamon Chocolate Muffins

Almond Butter Chocolate Tarts on a platter with a spoon of almond butter on it, shot from a side angle

Almond Butter Chocolate Tarts

a plate of Slow Cooker Short Ribs with sprigs of thyme on top, shot from a side angle

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

close up of a phyllo triangle sitting on a platter drizzled with honey and chopped walnuts

Goat Cheese & Honey Phyllo Triangles

raspberry chocolate molten cake on a plate with bites removed to reveal the center

Raspberry Chocolate Molten Cakes

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Chocolate Cherry Crepes

breakfast· dessert· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
August 19, 2021

Chocolate Cherry Crepes – Chocolate crepes are stuffed with almond whipped cream and fresh black cherries to make for a yummy dessert or breakfast treat French crepes have been a favorite of mine ever since me made them in my high school French class. We would sell them to students to raise money for the French Club. We sold three…
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lemon basil chicken salad on a roll with lettuce and tomato

Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

chicken entrees· sandwiches & wraps
August 16, 2021

Lemon Basil Chicken Salad – Shredded chicken in mixed with Greek yogurt, mayo, lemon zest, and fresh basil to make for an incredible chicken salad One of my favorite meals to eat when I’m in need of something cool and refreshing is chicken salad. I just love how it can be super filling but also great for those relentless summer…
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S’mores Brownies

bars and brownies· dessert
August 12, 2021

S’mores Brownies – Chewy chocolate brownies are baked on a homemade graham cracker crust and then topped with marshmallows that get perfectly toasted before serving. After a couple new recipes for savory dishes, it’s time to get back to what I do best – chocolate! Today’s recipe is a delicious sweet treat with familiar flavors. It’s my recipe for S’mores…
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Grilled Shrimp Summer Salad

salad· seafood· seafood entrees· Summertime Favorites
August 10, 2021

Grilled Shrimp Summer Salad – Grilled shrimp is placed on top of a bed of romaine lettuce, sliced avocado, and sprinkled with grilled corn cut off the cob and a homemade green goddess dressing. Grilling and summer go hand and hand. And so does yummy fresh produce. But what if I told you I could combine all of those into…
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Shrimp & Crab Cake

appetizer· Easter· seafood· seafood entrees· Summertime Favorites
August 6, 2021

Shrimp & Crab Cake – Lump crab is mixed with pieces of shrimp and breadcrumbs and pan fried to make a yummy little cake. Serve it with homemade garlic aioli. Along with tons of fresh fruit, summer brings with it some delicious seafood. I don’t necessarily think fish is only good in the summer. But it is super light and…
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black forest cupcake with the cupcake liner removed and crumbs surrounding it

Black Forest Cupcakes

cake· dessert
August 2, 2021

Black Forest Cupcakes – Fresh black cherries are roasted in amaretto liquor and stuffed into a chocolate cupcake. The cupcake is then topped with fresh whipped cream and a chocolate-dipped cherry. Cherry season is in full force! It’s one of my favorite times of the year because cherries are so flavorful and juicy and healthy so I’m chowing on them…
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Wedding Cake Ice Cream

cake· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 29, 2021

Wedding Cake Ice Cream – Almond ice cream is loaded with real pieces of white cake and swirls of cream cheese icing And just like that, National Ice Cream Month is coming to an end. I had a blast coming up with new ice cream recipes for you guys but I’m happy to give my sweet tooth a break soon….
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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!

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Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

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Potato Dinner Rolls

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Turkey Noodle Soup

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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookie Bars

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Maple Molasses Cookies

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Butterscotch Pear Turnovers

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Pesto Cheese Rolls – Homemade yeasted dough is rol Pesto Cheese Rolls – Homemade yeasted dough is rolled with mozzarella and pesto and baked until golden brown. It’s just like a cinnamon roll but savory!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/pesto-cheese-rolls/
Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies – Homemade chocol Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies – Homemade chocolate chip cookies are taken up a notch with the use of freeze-dried raspberries. The combination of the tart raspberries is the perfect pairing with the semi-sweet chocolate.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/raspberry-chocolate-chip-cookies/
Beignets – Traditional New Orleans fried dough cov Beignets – Traditional New Orleans fried dough covered in powdered sugar and served fresh from the fryer. These chewy, yet airy sweet treats are best served with a cup of hot coffee.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/beignets/
Crispy Pork Medallions – Pork tenderloin is sliced Crispy Pork Medallions – Pork tenderloin is sliced into round medallions, covered in panko breadcrumbs, and lightly fried until golden brown.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/crispy-pork-medallions/
Birthday Cake Pops – Confetti cake pops are covere Birthday Cake Pops – Confetti cake pops are covered in white chocolate and sprinkles to make for a cute birthday treat.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/birthday-cake-pops/

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