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Grapefruit Gin Slushie

Grapefruit Gin Slushie

drinks· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 22, 2021

Grapefruit Gin Slushie – The refreshing combination of grapefruit and gin enters the frozen drink world with this slushie. Today’s…
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Amaretto Cherry Ice Cream

Amaretto Cherry Ice Cream

ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
July 19, 2021

Amaretto Cherry Ice Cream – Creamy amaretto ice cream is layered with black cherries roasted in amaretto. Guys – today…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Pops

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Pops

ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 15, 2021

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Pops – Chocolate and peanut butter flavors of creamy pudding are layered into a frozen pop…
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Piña Colada Sundae

Piña Colada Sundae

ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 12, 2021

Piña Colada Sundae – Vanilla ice cream topped with caramelized pineapple, toasted coconut, and a maraschino cherry With days as…
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Salted Caramel Brownie Milkshake

Salted Caramel Brownie Milkshake

drinks· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 8, 2021

Salted Caramel Brownie Milkshake – Homemade salted caramel sauce is blended with vanilla ice cream, milk, and chocolate brownies to…
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Strawberry Basil Frosé

Strawberry Basil Frosé

dessert· drinks· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
July 6, 2021

Strawberry Basil Frosé – Rosé wine is blended with strawberry and basil and then frozen into a sorbet. I hope…
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Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwiches

Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwiches

bars and brownies· Cookies· dessert· ice cream· National Ice Cream Month· Summertime Favorites
July 1, 2021

Snickerdoodle Ice Cream Sandwiches – Vanilla ice cream is sandwiched between two soft cinnamon sugar cookies Happy National Ice Cream…
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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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Banana Bread Granola

Roasted Brussel Sprouts in a baking dish with melted butter and a spoon in it, shot from a side angle

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

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Carrot Raisin Muffins

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Sage & Browned Butter Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

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Maple Molasses Cookies

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Cranberry Apple Crumble

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casserole dish of Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

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

Baileys Cheesecake Brownie Bites

salted caramel banana cream puffs on a round serving plate with bananas in the background

Salted Caramel Banana Cream Puffs

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BLT Benedict

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Texas Sheet Cake

 

Mango Coconut Sticky Rice – sushi rice cooked wi Mango Coconut Sticky Rice – sushi rice cooked with coconut milk and fresh mango for a tropical side dish! 🥭

This is a SAVORY version of the sweet Thai dessert, you guys! I created this to stay in the savory spectrum so you can serve it with any entree during the week! 

The rice cooker does ALL the work! Just add everything, press start, and walk away!

Pro tip: I love the texture of mango as it cooks with the rice, but if you prefer fresh mango chunks, add them after the rice is done!

Perfect for pairing with grilled chicken, fish, tacos, or any Caribbean-inspired meal! 🌴
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Peanut Butter Banana Bites – sliced bananas topp Peanut Butter Banana Bites – sliced bananas topped with peanut butter and dipped in chocolate! A yummy, guilt-free treat that's great fresh or frozen!

I was inspired by those frozen chocolate-covered bananas from Disney World, you guys! I added peanut butter because I LOVE peanut butter, banana, and chocolate together!

Once I made these, I discovered I love them better FRESH instead of frozen! The banana flavor is way more present when they're fresh!

Pro tip: Cut your banana slices thick to make them easier to dip in chocolate – thin slices fall apart!

Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings, healthy snacking, or anytime you want a guilt-free treat! 

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Rice Cooker Spanish Rice – jasmine rice cooked w Rice Cooker Spanish Rice – jasmine rice cooked with chicken broth, tomatoes, onions, and spices! The rice cooker does ALL the work!

I always burned rice on the stove, you guys! No matter what I did! But since using a rice cooker almost a decade ago, my rice comes out perfectly fluffy every time!

Just throw all the ingredients in, turn it on, and walk away! The work is done for you!

Pro tip: Make sure to include some of the tomato juice when measuring – we need it to help cook the rice properly!

Perfect for taco night, burrito bowls, fajitas, or anytime you want flavorful rice without the fuss! 

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Easy Ravioli Lasagna – meat sauce, cheese raviol Easy Ravioli Lasagna – meat sauce, cheese ravioli, and mozzarella layered to make the easiest baked pasta dish! 

You guys have LOVED my easy dinner recipes lately, so here's another one! This lasagna cuts prep time in half while keeping all the same flavors and textures you love! 

The genius shortcut? Frozen cheese ravioli = no boiling pasta + no mixing ricotta! The ravioli cooks in the oven and the cheese filling acts as the ricotta layer!

Pro tip: Drain the beef well after cooking before adding sauce – otherwise it'll be too greasy!

Perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, potlucks, or anytime you want lasagna without the fuss! 

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Easy Homemade Refrigerator Pickles – classic dil Easy Homemade Refrigerator Pickles – classic dill pickles made with garlic and dill that cure right in your fridge! No canning required!

I never thought I'd want to make my own pickles, you guys, but then I tried homemade pickles at a restaurant and was BLOWN AWAY! They were super salty but not as vinegary as store-bought, still super green, and SO crunchy!

The best part? No intimidating canning process! These refrigerator pickles cure in your fridge and are ready in just 2 days!

Pro tip: Cut the ends off your cucumbers first – the ends have enzymes that make them soft during pickling!

Perfect for Memorial Day, summer BBQs, picnics, or anytime you want restaurant-quality pickles at home! 

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