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Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast

Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Fall Flavors
October 6, 2023

Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast – Slices of Brioche bread are stuffed with cinnamon apples and then baked in a…
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Croissant French Toast

Croissant French Toast

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
March 7, 2022

Croissant French Toast – Mini croissants are dipped in a rich custard and fried until crisp on the outside and…
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Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal

Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· Easter· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites
October 26, 2021

Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal – Old-fashioned oats are combined with all the flavors of carrot cake (including that luscious cream…
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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

biscuits· breakfast casseroles· Easter
March 26, 2020

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole – Sausage gravy is cooked with biscuits on top to make a yummy casserole fit for…
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Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Pastry Muffins

Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Pastry Muffins

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· Easter· Holiday Favorites
December 5, 2019

Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Pastry Muffins – Puff pastry is formed in a muffin tip and loaded with breakfast sausage,…
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Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

breakfast· breakfast casseroles
May 24, 2018

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole – A hearty and rich breakfast casserole made with super flavorful everything bagels, Gruyere cheese, and…
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Breakfast Pizza

Breakfast Pizza

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· Easter· pizza & pasta
December 21, 2017

Breakfast Pizza – Crispy puff pastry is loaded with your breakfast favorites: eggs, two kinds of cheese, and bacon. It’s…
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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

pumpkin cinnamon pull apart loaf with a center slice visable

Pumpkin Cinnamon Pull Apart Loaf

a stack of three Apple Cider Crumb Doughnuts on a cloth napkin with more doughnuts around them, shot from the front

Apple Cider Crumb Doughnuts

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Spiced Carrots with Whipped Feta

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Sage & Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes

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Apple Pecan Farro Salad

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Potato Dinner Rolls

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

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

a corner shot of a plate of Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies with a shaker of powdered sugar in the background, shot from a side angle

Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies

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Cranberry Cookies with White Chocolate Drizzle

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Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts

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Powdered Sugar Doughnuts

 

Fluffy, buttery sweet rolls covered in powder suga Fluffy, buttery sweet rolls covered in powder sugar. Perfect with a morning coffee!

To find this recipe, search for 'Mallorca Sweet Bread' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Thick rice noodles are stir-fried with egg, chicke Thick rice noodles are stir-fried with egg, chicken, broccoli, and a savory and slightly sweet sauce.

To find this recipe, search for 'Pad See Ew' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Homemade, chewy dough is twisted in a pretzel shap Homemade, chewy dough is twisted in a pretzel shape, dipped in a soda bath, and baked until deep golden brown.

To find this recipe, search for 'Soft Pretzels' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Jumbo elbow macaroni and beef is tossed with a cre Jumbo elbow macaroni and beef is tossed with a creamy tomato sauce. It’s a perfect meal for weeknight dinners!

To find this recipe, search for 'Creamy Tomato Macaroni Beef' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Raspberry jam and fresh whipped cream are sandwich Raspberry jam and fresh whipped cream are sandwiched between two vanilla sponge cakes and dusted with powdered sugar. A British classic dessert perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.

To find this recipe, search for 'Victoria Sandwich Cake' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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