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a glass dish with bacon corn casserole with half scooped out and a wooden spoon in it, shot from a side angle

Bacon Corn Casserole

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

Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich

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Chocolate Snickerdoodles

apple cinnamon charlotte sitting on a plate with cinnamon sabayon sliced in half to reveal the apples in the center

Apple Cinnamon Charlotte

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Greek Lemon Potatoes

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Chicken a la King

chicken entrees· Easter· Holiday Favorites
November 20, 2023

Chicken a la King – Creamy chicken cooked with peas, mushrooms, and pimentos, served in a puff pastry shell. Today’s recipe is for Chicken a la King, which is a creamy, stew-like recipe served in a puff pastry shell or over noodles/rice. I personally like the fancy flair you get from serving it in pastry so that’s my accompaniment of…
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Pork Tomatillo Soup

pork entrees· soup
November 13, 2023

Pork Tomatillo Soup – Soup made with tomatillos, poblanos, jalapenos, hatch chiles, spices, and slow-cooked pork. Served with Oaxaca cheese. Soup season is here! I have been making a soup almost every week as a way to meal prep. I have some classics that I love making but also like trying new recipe. Today’s recipe is one I saw on…
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nutella pastry rolls on a sheet of parchment paper with a spoonful of nutella next to them

Nutella Pastry Rolls

doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries· Valentine's Day
November 6, 2023

Nutella Pastry Rolls – Puff pastry dough is filled with Nutella hazelnut spread and twisted into a beautiful pastry roll before being baked and drizzled with cinnamon icing. With Halloween behind us, the season of eating and baking can truly begin! I love making soups, toasts, and baked goods during these cooler months. So get excited for some comforting foods…
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Air Fryer Buffalo Brussel Sprouts

appetizer· sides
November 3, 2023

Air Fryer Buffalo Brussel Sprouts – Air fried Brussel sprouts are tossed in buffalo sauce and then sprinkled with blue cheese crumbles Today’s recipe is for a fun take on Brussel sprouts. I tried these once on a whim and loved them! They are Air Fryer Buffalo Brussel Sprouts and they are extremely easy to make. I love their crispy…
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cherry almond pastry cake with a wedge removed

Cherry Almond Pastry Cake

cake· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries
October 16, 2023

Cherry Almond Pastry Cake – Cherry almond cream is rolled into puff pastry and formed into a cake and baked to perfection. Pastry is such a fun medium to work with. And with frozen puff pastry so readily available and easy to work with, there is no reason not to incorporate it more into your baking adventures. I am guilty…
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Grown-up Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert· snacks
October 9, 2023

Grown-up Chocolate Chip Cookies – Chocolate chip cookies loaded with finely chopped pistachios, walnuts, and dried cherries. A sprinkle of sea salt on top gives them the perfect flavor balance. It’s been a long time since I’ve shared a cookie recipe. I used to share at least once a month, but I’ve slowed that down a bit due to a…
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a slice of apple cinnamon stuffed french toast on a plate with powdered sugae

Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast

breakfast· breakfast casseroles· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Fall Flavors
October 6, 2023

Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast – Slices of Brioche bread are stuffed with cinnamon apples and then baked in a creamy custard. I love a great breakfast casserole. Most of them can be prepped the night before, refrigerated, and then popped in a preheated oven in the morning to finish it off. French toast casserole is a very popular type…
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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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Sage & Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes

sweet potato biscuits on parchment paper with butter to the side and a cast iron pan of more biscuits in it, shot from a side angle

Sweet Potato Biscuits

a cinnamon stick being dipped into a mug of mulled wine with another mug of mulled wine and a glass dish of mulled spices in the background, shot from a side angle

Slow Cooker Mulled Wine

zoomed in shot of chocolate snickerdoodles on parchment paper with a spoon in front, shot from a side angle

Chocolate Snickerdoodles

a stack of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies and individual cookies on a sheet pan with chocolate chips around them and a stack of pumpkins in the background, shot from a side angle

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

overhead shot of pumpkin churros on a plate of cinnamon sugar

Pumpkin Churros

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Funfetti Sugar Cookies – soft inside with crunch Funfetti Sugar Cookies – soft inside with crunchy edges, rolled in colorful sprinkles and flavored with a hint of almond extract! 🌈🍪

I was never a sugar cookie person until I discovered the magic of SPRINKLES! These cookies taste just like funfetti cake but in cookie form. They're made with butter AND cream cheese for the softest texture ever! 

The secret? Food processor method with cold butter = NO CHILLING REQUIRED! You can make these and bake them immediately!

Pro tip: Use "ice cream sprinkles" (jimmies) instead of those little ball sprinkles – way better texture!

Perfect for birthday parties, celebrations, after-school snacks, or anytime you need a pop of color and happiness! 🎉

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Nutella Pull-Apart Muffins – homemade yeast doug Nutella Pull-Apart Muffins – homemade yeast dough layered with Nutella and baked into individual pull-apart muffins with a cinnamon glaze! 

Nutella and I are becoming GOOD friends, you guys! These pull-apart muffins are inspired by chocolate babka but way more fun to eat. Each muffin has 4 layers of dough stacked with Nutella in between – when you pull them apart, it's pure HEAVEN! 

The soft, fluffy yeast dough + creamy Nutella + sweet cinnamon glaze = the most impressive breakfast treat ever!

Pro tip: Microwave the Nutella for 15 seconds before spreading – it makes it SO much easier to work with!

Perfect for weekend brunch, special occasions, or anytime you want to impress! Fair warning: your hands WILL get covered in Nutella, but it's totally worth it! 

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Chinese BBQ Pork Tenderloin – marinated in a swe Chinese BBQ Pork Tenderloin – marinated in a sweet hoisin sauce, then roasted and broiled to sticky, glazed perfection!

Pork tenderloin is one of my favorite proteins, you guys! It's tender like filet mignon, lean like chicken, and SO affordable. This Chinese BBQ version is absolutely INCREDIBLE! Sweet, beautifully spiced, and that glaze? AMAZING!

The secret? A 4-8 hour marinade that makes the pork extra tender and deeply flavored. Then we roast + broil for that sticky, caramelized exterior!

Pro tip: Use a broil-safe pan and watch it closely under the broiler – it can char FAST!

Perfect over rice with pickled cucumbers or stuffed inside homemade bao buns! Asian takeout at home has never been easier! 

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Creamy Skillet Corn Dip – fresh corn mixed with Creamy Skillet Corn Dip – fresh corn mixed with jalapeños, cream cheese, sour cream, and melty Monterrey Jack cheese! 🌽🧀

This is THE ultimate party dip, you guys! Sweet fresh corn + hint of spice + THREE creamy cheeses = pure heaven! Plus you cook AND serve it in the same skillet. Talk about a dream come true! 

The secret? FRESH corn kernels! They have a bite and sweetness you just don't get from canned or frozen. Trust me on this one!

Pro tip: Mix everything in a separate bowl first – way easier than trying to stir in the hot skillet!

Perfect for game day, summer BBQs, taco night, or honestly anytime you need a crowd-pleasing dip! 

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Authentic Spanish Ham & Cheese Croquettes (Croquet Authentic Spanish Ham & Cheese Croquettes (Croquetas) – crispy fried dumplings with prosciutto, Manchego cheese, and a creamy bechamel base!

These are the ultimate party appetizer and taste exactly like what you'd get at a tapas bar in Madrid! Crispy golden exterior meets gooey, cheesy center. That cheese pull is UNREAL!

Perfect for tapas night, game day, or any party. Frying tips included so don't be scared – just heat your oil for 10+ minutes and don't overcrowd the pan!

Pro tip: Chill the dough for 2+ hours before frying or it'll fall apart!

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