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BLT Benedict

BLT Benedict

breakfast· Easter· Holiday Favorites
April 18, 2019

BLT Benedict – Crusty sourdough bread is topped with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, poached eggs, and fresh basil hollandaise to…
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Blueberry Biscuits

Blueberry Biscuits

biscuits· breakfast· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Summertime Favorites
April 8, 2019

Blueberry Biscuits – Buttermilk biscuits are loaded with blueberries and finished with sweet icing over the top Just when you thought…
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Lemon Poppyseed Scones

Lemon Poppyseed Scones

breakfast· dessert· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Summertime Favorites
April 1, 2019

Lemon Poppyseed Scones – Dense, tart, and sweet lemon scones are sprinkled with poppyseeds to give them a very slight…
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Vanilla Bean Morning Buns

Vanilla Bean Morning Buns

breakfast· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· pastries
February 18, 2019

Vanilla Bean Morning Buns – Puff pastry rolled into a bun with vanilla bean sugar, a hint of cinnamon, and…
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Chocolate Cinnamon Granola

Chocolate Cinnamon Granola

breakfast· snacks
January 21, 2019

Chocolate Cinnamon Granola – Classic cinnamon granola is given a chocolatey makeover with the addition of cocoa powder and mini chocolate…
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Iced Pumpkin Scones

Iced Pumpkin Scones

breakfast· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites· pastries
November 15, 2018

Iced Pumpkin Scones – Perfectly spiced pumpkin scones covered in icing to make for a sweet breakfast treat That’s right…I’ve got…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

drinks· smoothies
August 23, 2018

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie – Chocolate, peanut butter, banana, and frozen yogurt are blended together to make a killer…
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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

close up angle of pumpkin cinnamon roll pancakes stacked on a white plate

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

close up of pretzel bread pudding slice on a plate in a pool of whiskey sauce

Pretzel Bread Pudding

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

Sage & Browned Butter Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

side shot of banana bread doughnuts on a purple plate with more doughnuts in the background

Banana Bread Doughnuts

Candied Pecans

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Pumpkin Churros

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Peach & Goat Cheese Crostini on a platter topped with basil and balsamic vinaigrette, shot from a side angle

Peach & Goat Cheese Crostini (+wine pairing)

plate of pecan sticky bun

Pecan Sticky Buns

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

Pistachio Biscotti

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

Baileys Cheesecake Brownie Bites

Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies on a baking sheet with sprinkles on top

Soft, Frosted Sugar Cookies

 

Orchard Harvest Salad (Panera Copycat) – Chopped r Orchard Harvest Salad (Panera Copycat) – Chopped romaine lettuce tossed with sliced pears, dried cherries, pecans, gorgonzola cheese, diced chicken and homemade cherry balsamic vinaigrette. Copycat recipe of the seasonal Orchard Harvest salad from Panera Bread. 

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/orchard-harvest-salad-panera-copycat/
French Onion Soup – Caramelized onions create the French Onion Soup – Caramelized onions create the base for this soup, which is served with a crouton and melted Gruyere cheese on top.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/french-onion-soup
Sage & Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes – Sweet Sage & Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes – Sweet Potatoes are mashed together with chopped sage and browned butter.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/sage-brown-butter-mashed-sweet-potatoes
Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup – A hearty soup made w Thai Red Curry Chicken Soup – A hearty soup made with chicken broth and coconut milk and loaded with chicken, rice noodles, red pepper, and cilantro.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/thai-red-curry-chicken-soup/
Football Cheeseball – A zesty mix of cream cheese, Football Cheeseball – A zesty mix of cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and diced veggies are shaped into a football and covered with cheddar cheese. Perfect for serving at your next tailgate!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/football-cheeseball/

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