Recipes by Marlene Baird (Page 8)

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	Refreshing Colorful Salad by Marlene Baird Refreshing Colorful SaladSometimes a “recipe” is really not needed. What is needed instead is inspiration and creativity.Next time you want to impress your guests, put together this Colorful Salad and everyone will rave about it.Colorful SaladRemember, this is not a recipe, just suggestions. Use your imagination and create your…	1 vote 527 views
	Banana Strawberry Loaf by Marlene Baird Banana Strawberry LoafSometimes life’s ups and downs take you to places to just never expected that you would go. Life experiences affect people in different ways. Did you ever say “I can’t believe how upset so-and-so got”. It was no big deal. But then something happens to you. You react in a way that others think, what is she so…	1 vote 583 views
	Mexican Green Rice by Marlene Baird Mexican Green RiceI am sure I have all of you covered for a variety of healthier Mexican dishes so you can host an incredible Mexican Fiesta. On my list for future posts include:Brown Rice and Bean SaladFarmer’s SaladCarnitasjust to name a few.To make this incredible Mexican Green Rice aka: Mexicana Arroz Verde; I used my Homemade…	1 vote 571 views
	Brown Rice and Black Bean Salad by Marlene Baird Brown Rice and Black Bean SaladIsn’t it funny how we can get fixated on a particular cuisine or one dish that we just can’t seem to get enough of? I managed to get my friend Sandra hooked on the burrito bowl at Chipotle. She now makes it at home all the timeThis Brown Rice and Black Bean Salad will make you crave it over and over…	1 vote 666 views
	Taco Salad Bowl with a Cilantro Lime Dressing by Marlene Baird Taco Salad Bowl with a Cilantro Lime DressingThe other day, when I arrived home from work, and after my walk, I didn’t know what I should throw together for dinner. I had some ground beef in the fridge and some green leaf lettuce from the farmer’s market so I figured why not make a Taco Salad Bowl with a Cilantro Lime dressing.I…	1 vote 623 views
	Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Granola Bars by Marlene Baird Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Granola BarsOne thing I hope that I can accomplish by publishing so many recipes is to get you to think outside of the ordinary.For these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, I experimented with flours, using less sugar, and substituting some of the butter with Greek Yogurt.It really is the only way I can have…	1 vote 572 views
	Red Wine Marinated Peaches by Marlene Baird Red Wine Marinated PeachesWhen I was a little girl growing up, one of my dad’s favorite desserts was a simple bowl of sliced peaches with red wine poured over them.He would be so happy when peaches were in season. Dad led a simple life and the simple things always made him happy.So in honor of my dad’s favorite dessert, I created Red…	1 vote 536 views
	Italian Sausage Stuffed Zucchini by Marlene Baird I have a little something special for everyone. Today I have a guest post from Ready Set Eat. Sit back, relax and enjoy the post.Everyone knows that summer is the best time of year for fresh produce, but because it goes by so quickly it’s often hard to fit everything into your cooking rotation! As summer starts to wind down, now is…	1 vote 1010 views
	Ginger Lemon Bars by Marlene Baird My husband loves lemon cake, bars, cookies, etc. I had a hankering for lemon bars. So I told the hubby that I would make him something with lemon for him. (shh don’t tell him they were really for me). The only lemon bars I ever tasted were always to tart for my taste buds. So I went surfing instead. On the net that is. I…	1 vote 607 views
	Champagne Loaf with Dark Chocolate by Marlene Baird Today is a celebration for me. Well, an extra special celebration since everyday is a celebration for me.Seven years ago today, I married my best friend. The man who taught me patience. The one who brings a smile to my face every day. The man who has been my rock from the day I met him. The “ambassador” as he is referred to in…	1 vote 395 views