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bailey cheesecake brownie bites on a dessert plate with one missing a bite to expose the creamy center

Baileys Cheesecake Brownie Bites

a mug of Raspberry Hot Chocolate topped with raspberries and marshmallows on a plate with more raspberries and marshmallows surrounding it on top of a plaid tablecloth, shot from the front

Raspberry Hot Chocolate

styled shot of Pistachio Biscotti on a table with shelled pistachios sprinkled around, shot from a side angle

Pistachio Biscotti

plate of Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Snowballs with one on top with a bite out of it and cinnamon sticks next to them, shot from the front

Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Snowballs

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Maple Molasses Cookies

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Tomato Panzanella Salad

appetizer· Easter· salad· snacks· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
June 29, 2020

Tomato Panzanella Salad – Crispy bread is tossed with a homemade vinaigrette, tomatoes, red onion, basil, and cucumber to make a delicious and refreshing summer salad. I cannot believe we’re almost to July. How insane is that?! I feel like summer is slipping away and I didn’t get enough time to soak up the incredible produce it has to offer….
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plate of grilled hawaiian bbq chicken skewers

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Skewers

appetizer· chicken entrees· pork entrees· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
June 25, 2020

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Skewers – Skewers are loaded with BBQ chicken, pineapple chunks, ham, and red onion and grilled to perfection There just seems to be an infinite amount of ways to enjoy chicken, doesn’t there? But at the same time, we seem to get bored of it quickly. Isn’t that just the way it works? I seem to forget…
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Summer Fruit Bellini

drinks· Easter· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
June 22, 2020

Summer Fruit Bellini – Peaches, black cherries, and blackberries come together to make a yummy puree that’s added to a champagne glass topped with Prosecco and a splash of brandy I may be pregnant but I’m not letting that keep me from giving you some refreshing drinks to enjoy during the summer. I may envy that glass of sangria you’re…
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Bourbon Brown Sugar Bacon

appetizer· breakfast· pork entrees· sides
June 18, 2020

Bourbon Brown Sugar Bacon – Oven-baked bacon is topped with bourbon and brown sugar to give you a yummy sweet and salty snack. Earlier this week, I told you I’d have a double-dose of recipes that are perfect for Father’s Day this weekend. Because, well, father’s love breakfast too! First, I gave you this incredible recipe for Pistachio Pancakes for…
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plate of stack of pistachio pancakes with a bite of them on a fork with pistachios sprinkled around on a cloth napkin, shot from overhead

Pistachio Pancakes

breakfast· Easter· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites
June 15, 2020

Pistachio Pancakes – Buttermilk pancakes are made with ground pistachios and a hint of almond extract to make for a unique take on this yummy breakfast treat. Father’s Day is right around the corner. Poor dads get the short end of the stick when it comes to this special holiday. Not many get breakfast in bed or a fun brunch…
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Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

dips· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
June 11, 2020

Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips – Diced strawberry, kiwi, and mango are tossed with a honey & lemon dressing to make a delicious and refreshing salsa. Serve it with homemade cinnamon chips. You guys – I wasn’t kidding when I said I was having major fruit cravings during this pregnancy. I have at least 3-5 servings of fruit a day…
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platter of sirloin onion blue cheese cream sauce with blue cheese crumbles on top, shot from a side angle

Sirloin with Creamy Onion Blue Cheese Sauce

beef entrees
June 9, 2020

Sirloin with Creamy Onion Blue Cheese Sauce – Tender sirloin is covered with a creamy onion sauce with a touch of blue cheese crumbles. And it’s only a handful of ingredients! Oh yes. It’s time to roll out the grills, people! The weather has been consistently nice so we find ourselves spending more and more time outdoors to soak it…
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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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Pumpkin Crumb Cake

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Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal

pumpkin challah bread sliced with a knife

Pumpkin Challah Bread

apple pie egg roll dipping in caramel sauce

Apple Pie Egg Rolls

carrot raisin muffins stacked on top of each other and sitting on a purple plate

Carrot Raisin Muffins

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Chocolate Snickerdoodles

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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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