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Caesar Pasta Salad

Caesar Pasta Salad

appetizer· Easter· pizza & pasta· salad· sides· Summertime Favorites
June 28, 2018

Caesar Pasta Salad – Penne pasta is tossed with your favorite Caesar salad ingredients to make for an incredible side…
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Red, White, and Blue Pie Bars

Red, White, and Blue Pie Bars

bars and brownies· pie· Summertime Favorites
June 25, 2018

Red, White, and Blue Pie Bars – Cherry and blueberry pie filling are loaded into a soft, cakey bar that…
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Blueberry Crème Brûlée

Blueberry Crème Brûlée

dessert· Easter· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
June 11, 2018

Blueberry Crème Brûlée  – This classic French dessert takes a refreshing, summer turn with the addition of plump blueberries. It’s the…
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Peach Lemonade

Peach Lemonade

drinks· Easter· Summertime Favorites
June 7, 2018

Peach Lemonade – Homemade lemonade is taken to a new level with the addition of fresh peaches. It will be your…
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Parfaits

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Parfaits

dessert· Fall Flavors· pie· Summertime Favorites
June 1, 2018

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Conagra Brands. All opinions are mine alone. #StarsofSummer #CollectiveBias Salted…
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Asian Steak Skewers

Asian Steak Skewers

beef entrees· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
May 28, 2018

Asian Steak Skewers – Tender sirloin is marinated in Asian flavors and skewered with red onion and red pepper before…
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Sparkling Jalapeño Limeade

Sparkling Jalapeño Limeade

drinks· Summertime Favorites
May 10, 2018

Sparkling Jalapeño Limeade – This refreshing homemade limeade is made by creating a cilantro jalapeño simple syrup and combining with…
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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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Apple Cider Caramels

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Holiday Mule

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Cheddar Crusted Apple Pie

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Quinoa Harvest Salad

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Peach Upside-down Cake

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Pumpkin Crumb Cake

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Pumpkin Crumb Cake

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Mint Chocolate Fudge Cookies

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Peanut Butter Blossoms

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Sour Cream Doughnuts

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Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini

 

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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