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plate of mini ham and cheese quiche with caramelized onions and a plan of quiche in the back

Mini Ham & Cheese Quiche with Caramelized Onions

plate of Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons with a gourd in the background, shot from the front

Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons

a plate of BLT benedicts on a cloth napkin with half a lemon in the background, shot from a side angle

BLT Benedict

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Cranberry Apple Sangria

styled shot of Sweet Yeast Rolls on a plate with a bowl of Whipped Pumpkin Butter and a basket of rolls and a pumpkin in the background, shot from a side angle

Sweet Yeast Rolls with Whipped Pumpkin Butter

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Classic Crumb Cake

cake· Easter
September 1, 2016

Classic Crumb Cake – This crumb cake is heavenly! The cake is super moist but slightly dense. The crumb topping is full of rich butter and cinnamon goodness. Together, these two elements make an unforgettable cake that you’ll want to have any time of the day! Food has been a major part of my life for as long as I…
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Garlic Herb Rolls

bread
August 29, 2016

Garlic Herb Rolls – Super soft garlic rolls that are made with a dried Italian herb. They are perfect for soaking up excess pasta sauce on spaghetti nights or dunking in your hearty soups One thing I learned very fast when I began dating my now-husband is that his mom’s traditional tomato sauce recipe is no joke. It was a…
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3-Ingredient Oreo Truffles in a bowl with Oreas and a glass of milk

3-Ingredient Oreo Truffles

candy
August 25, 2016

3-Ingredient Oreo Truffles – A quick and easy recipe for amazing chocolate Oreo truffles, made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and melted chocolate. You’re going to be shocked at how incredible these truffles are! I am no longer the only member of my family inhabiting the state of Georgia. My older sister and her family moved nearby this past weekend from Florida! It’s…
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Easy Chicken Pasta with White Wine Sauce

chicken entrees
August 21, 2016

Easy Chicken Pasta with White Wine Sauce – When you don’t feel like making anything fancy, here’s an easy weeknight meal that will be done in no time! Last weekend, we spent a glorious time in Las Vegas. Our first time! It was quite an adventure. And quite exhausting. That heat really took it out of me! It was over…
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overhead shot of Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies with reese's pieces candies and chocolate chips sprinkled around them

Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies

Cookies
August 18, 2016

Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Cookies – Soft and dense peanut butter cookies, with chocolate chips and Reese’s pieces candy. A chewy cookie that kids and adults will both love! I’ve always had a weakness for peanut butter and chocolate together. Whether it’s peanut butter cups, buckeyes, ice cream, or pie, my sweet tooth yearns for anything that combines these two glorious…
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Atlantic Beach Pie

Easter· pie· Summertime Favorites
August 14, 2016

Atlantic Beach Pie – A summertime pie that tastes like lemon meringue, but made with a saltine cracker crust The idea for this post came for my absolute-favorite flavor of ice cream right now. It’s Atlantic Beach Pie from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. They have 3 locations in Atlanta and many other around the country. I am absolutely obsessed with…
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Glazed Cherry Hand Pies

Easter· pie· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
August 11, 2016

Glazed Cherry Hand Pies – Super flaky pie crust stuffed with sweet cherry filling and finished with a sweet glaze I am a big fan of desserts that are in small portions. It’s almost like I feel better about indulging if I can fit it in my hand. Is that weird? So it’s no surprise that I am making another…
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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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Chocolate Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

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

styled shot of Sweet Yeast Rolls on a plate with a bowl of Whipped Pumpkin Butter and a basket of rolls and a pumpkin in the background, shot from a side angle

Sweet Yeast Rolls with Whipped Pumpkin Butter

plate of Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons with a gourd in the background, shot from the front

Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons

autumn kale salad in a blue salad bowl

Autumn Kale Salad

pumpkin cinnamon pull apart loaf with a center slice visable

Pumpkin Cinnamon Pull Apart Loaf

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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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