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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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Pecan Sticky Buns

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Peach Upside-down Cake

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Cranberry Apple Crumble

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Sweet Yeast Rolls with Whipped Pumpkin Butter

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raspberry lime macaron sandwich on a white plate with lime zest garnish

Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich

a whisking bowl with Garlic & Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes with a wooden spoon in it, shot from overhead

Garlic & Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Candied Pecans

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Shortcut Apple Strudel

Maple Pecan Scones

 

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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