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Chili Mac & Cheese

Chili Mac & Cheese

beef entrees· pizza & pasta· soup
January 4, 2018

Chili Mac & Cheese – Hearty bean chili is cooked with macaroni and covered with cheese to make for one…
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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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Four Cheese Pizza Dunkers

Four Cheese Pizza Dunkers

pizza & pasta
October 19, 2017

Four Cheese Pizza Dunkers – Homemade pizza layered with mozzarella, asiago, provolone, and parmesan cheese and then cut into rectangles….
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The Best Pizza Bianca (White Pizza)

The Best Pizza Bianca (White Pizza)

pizza & pasta· Popular Recipes
June 8, 2017

The Best Pizza Bianca (White Pizza) – The BEST white pizza you will ever make! Made with store-bought dough, shredded mozzarella…
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Taco Spaghetti

Taco Spaghetti

beef entrees· pizza & pasta
March 23, 2017

Taco Spaghetti – A fun, new way to enjoy Taco Tuesday! Taco spaghetti is an easy weeknight meal that is…
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Easy Asiago Cheese Bread

Easy Asiago Cheese Bread

bread· pizza & pasta
February 27, 2017

Easy Asiago Cheese Bread – This easy asiago cheese bread is made from store-bought pizza dough so it’s super simple…
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Cajun Chicken Pasta

Cajun Chicken Pasta

chicken entrees· pizza & pasta· Valentine's Day
February 7, 2017

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WonderfulYourWay #CollectiveBias Cajun…
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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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Cinnamon Latte Whoopie Pies

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Cinnamon Maple Latte

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Macarons

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Cranberry Apple Crumble

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Apple Cider Caramels

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Classic Fruit Tarts

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Pecan Sticky Buns

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Blackberry Doughnut Cake

Black & White Bundt Cake

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Garlic & Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

 

Fried Goat Cheese Balls – Soft goat cheese is roll Fried Goat Cheese Balls – Soft goat cheese is rolled in panko breadcrumbs, fried until golden brown, and served with a drizzle of honey to make the best little appetizer for any occasion

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/fried-goat-cheese-balls/?
Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich – Large, pink maca Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich – Large, pink macaron shells are filled with fresh lime curd and whole raspberries and sandwiched together for a snack fit for a queen.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/raspberry-lime-macaron-sandwich/
Chicken Gyro Bowls – Mixed greens are topped with Chicken Gyro Bowls – Mixed greens are topped with Greek chicken, chickpeas, tomato cucumber salad, feta cheese, and a homemade tzatziki sauce. 

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/chicken-gyro-bowls/
Orange Chicken – Chicken is fried in tempura batte Orange Chicken – Chicken is fried in tempura batter and then tossed in a homemade sticky orange sauce to make for a yummy Chinese dish

RECIPE: https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/orange-chicken/
Roasted Garlic Mushrooms – Cremini mushrooms are l Roasted Garlic Mushrooms – Cremini mushrooms are loaded with garlic, olive oil, and butter, roasted until cooked through, and finished off with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley

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