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a plate of Slow Cooker Short Ribs with sprigs of thyme on top, shot from a side angle

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

cranberry lime mojitos with cranberries and slices of lime

Cranberry Lime Mojitos

plate of bananas foster french toast casserole on a plate with a bottle of syrup and a baking dish with casserole in the background, shot from the front

Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole

front shot of sweet potato cornbread in a cast iron skillet

Sweet Potato Cornbread

two copper mugs with Pomegranate Rosemary Moscow Mule with thyme sprigs in them and on a table with cloth napkins and a bottle of Schweppes in the background, shot from a side angle

Pomegranate Rosemary Moscow Mule

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Beignets

breakfast· dessert· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites
February 28, 2022

Beignets – Traditional New Orleans fried dough covered in powdered sugar and served fresh from the fryer. These chewy, yet airy sweet treats are best served with a cup of hot coffee. Recently, we made a quick trip over to New Orleans for my birthday. On the top of the list of things to do/eat, was beignets. I know it’s…
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Crispy Pork Medallions

pork entrees
February 24, 2022

Crispy Pork Medallions – Pork tenderloin is sliced into round medallions, covered in panko breadcrumbs, and lightly fried until golden brown. Another easy dinner idea coming at you today! This one uses lean pork tenderloin in a fun, new way. I first saw these Crispy Pork Medallions in a magazine years ago. I love that I had all the ingredients…
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cranberry orange overnight oats in a bowl topped with blueberries with another bowl in the background

Cranberry Orange Overnight Oats

breakfast· Easter· Summertime Favorites
February 21, 2022

Cranberry Orange Overnight Oats – Rolled oats and chia seeds are soaked in milk, vanilla Greek yogurt, orange zest, and dried cranberries overnight until perfectly tender for a refreshing breakfast the next morning Ordering room service at a hotel is one of my guilty pleasures. I don’t travel often, but when I do, I looove getting room service. There’s nothing…
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Salmon Rice Bowls

seafood· seafood entrees
February 17, 2022

Salmon Rice Bowls – Pan fried salmon is covered in spices, honey, and a pinch of parsley and layered in a bowl with white rice, fresh veggies, and a drizzle of spicy mayo. You know I love an easy, flavorful weeknight meal. So when I saw these Salmon Rice Bowls on Instagram, I was immediately drawn to making them. I…
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slice of strawberry layer cake on a white plate with a few bites removed and the whole cake in the background

Strawberry Layer Cake

cake· dessert· Easter· Valentine's Day
February 14, 2022

Strawberry Layer Cake – Homemade strawberry cake, entirely from scratch, layered with strawberry cream cheese into a perfect 3-layer cake. Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s a day to celebrate the ones you love and there’s no better way than with this Strawberry Layer Cake. Not only are the colors just what you want on this day of love, but the strawberry…
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birthday cake pops arranged in a cup with white chocolate chips

Birthday Cake Pops

cake· candy· dessert
February 10, 2022

Birthday Cake Pops – Confetti cake pops are covered in white chocolate and sprinkles to make for a cute birthday treat. It’s my birthday month! I’m officially at the age where I need to do math to figure out how old I am because I simply can’t remember. But I am not yet at the age where getting old scares…
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chocolate strawberry parfaits on platter dusted with cocoa powder

Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits

dessert· Valentine's Day
February 7, 2022

Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits – Homemade chocolate pudding is layered with freshly whipped cream and chopped strawberries For Valentine’s Day, there’s no duo more iconic than strawberries and chocolate. If you’re looking for a fancy way to enjoy those flavors, these Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits are the way to do. I love these parfaits because the rich chocolate is slightly tamed by…
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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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caramel macchiato cupcakes some drizzled with caramel sauce, shot from the front

Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes

slice of pistachio loaf on a cutting board with the rest of the loaf in the background

Pistachio Loaf

overhead shot of slices of pear coffee cake

Pear Coffee Cake

Butterscotch Pear Turnovers on a baking sheet with parchment paper, shot from overhead

Butterscotch Pear Turnovers

two pints of high road ice cream stacked on top of each other with glass dishes of apple pie sundaes next to them and an apple slice and a apple cut in half in front, shot from the front

Apple Pie Sundae

Candied Pecans

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Raspberry Almond Muffins – Yummy breakfast muffins Raspberry Almond Muffins – Yummy breakfast muffins made with all-purpose flour and almond flour and loaded with fresh raspberries.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/raspberry-almond-muffins/
Mini Pesto Grilled Cheese – Fresh basil pesto and Mini Pesto Grilled Cheese – Fresh basil pesto and sliced provolone cheese are sandwiched into a crusty baguette and grilled to perfection to make the best appetizer for any event. Don’t forget to serve with homemade garlic butter tomato sauce for dunking!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/mini-pesto-grilled-cheese/
Georgia Peach Salad – Mixed greens are tossed with Georgia Peach Salad – Mixed greens are tossed with grilled chicken, fresh Georgia peaches, pecans, goat cheese crumbles, grape tomatoes, and sliced red onions. Serve with my homemade white balsamic vinaigrette.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/georgia-peach-salad/
Healthy Greek Nachos – English cucumbers are slice Healthy Greek Nachos – English cucumbers are sliced and topped with a mixture of tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta, and Greek dressing.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/healthy-greek-nachos/
Cuban Pulled Pork Sliders – Traditional ingredient Cuban Pulled Pork Sliders – Traditional ingredients of a Cuban sandwich are placed between dinner rolls to make perfectly-sized sliders.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/cuban-pulled-pork-sliders/

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