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Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas

Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas

appetizer· seafood· seafood entrees· Summertime Favorites
May 4, 2020

Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas – Poached shrimp tossed with a citrus vinaigrette, cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions and placed on top of…
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Mexican Street Corn Queso

Mexican Street Corn Queso

appetizer· dips· snacks· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
April 30, 2020

Mexican Street Corn Queso – Creamy white queso is cooked with green chiles and roasted corn to make for a…
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Twice Baked Potatoes

Twice Baked Potatoes

appetizer· sides· Summertime Favorites
April 27, 2020

Twice Baked Potatoes – Russet potatoes are baked to soften them up and then the filling is mixed with cheese,…
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Honey Mustard Chopped Salad

Honey Mustard Chopped Salad

chicken entrees· salad· Summertime Favorites
April 13, 2020

Honey Mustard Chopped Salad – Chicken breast is marinated in a honey mustard vinaigrette, cooked, and then topped on a…
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Cheesy Crab Dip

Cheesy Crab Dip

appetizer· dips· snacks· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
April 10, 2020

Cheesy Crab Dip – Fresh lump crab meat is tossed with cream cheese, Old Bay seasoning, fresh lemon juice, and…
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Chicken Philly Quesadillas

Chicken Philly Quesadillas

appetizer· chicken entrees· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
March 19, 2020

Chicken Philly Quesadillas – Tortillas are stuffed with cooked chicken, melted Provolone cheese, and tender onions & peppers. Great for…
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Dublin Mudslide Ice Cream

Dublin Mudslide Ice Cream

dessert· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
March 9, 2020

Dublin Mudslide Ice Cream – Rich Irish cream coffee ice cream is swirled with espresso fudge and Oreo chunks to…
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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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Peach Upside-down Cake

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Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal

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Iced Pumpkin Scones

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Apple Cider Caramels

Pecan Pie Brownies

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Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes

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Sweet Potato Biscuits

Fudge Striped Cookies on a wire rack drizzled chocolate, shot from a side angle

Fudge Striped Cookies

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Rum Cake

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Chocolate Cherry Crepes

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Nutella Fruit Waffle

 

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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