Renee's Kitchen Adventures: August 2014

Friday, August 29, 2014

Stuffed Veggie Pitas

Stuffed Veggie Pitas make the perfect lunch or light dinner...they are meatless and there is nothing to cook.  They are stuffed to the brim with a mixture of carrots, cucumber, red pepper, red onion and avocado that is dressed in a light garlic sauce.  Seriously, you'll want to find a few minutes to make these...they are so good! 

Stuffed Veggie Pitas: healthy and delicious lunch or light dinner! #veggie

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Asian Style Tuna Cakes with Creamy Ginger Sauce

Asian Style Tuna Cakes with Creamy Ginger Sauce made with Bumble Bee® tuna are a quick, easy, and healthy dinner option for this busy back-to-school time of year!  Sort of a fun spin on the crab cake. They come together in no time, saute up golden brown, then are topped with a delicious and creamy ginger/soy sauce that compliments them perfectly!

Asian Style Tuna Cakes with Creamy Ginger Sauce: Easy and healthy! #BumbleBee2S  #CleverG

Monday, August 25, 2014

Ad: Cool Cucumber Ranch Dip and Deli Wings

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and it's advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GameTimeHero #Collective Bias

To say that Cleveland goes a little nuts over sports might be the understatement of the century. With the football team snagging a certain "Johnny" and the return of a hometown hero/heartbreaker "King" and the addition of "Love"...well, the city is just buzzing with what the new seasons hold for us.  It is a fact that Cleveland LOVES it's sports teams and are some of the most loyal and tailgate-loving fans you will ever find!!   What do Clevelanders like to eat when they tailgate?  Well, it's pretty much anything goes, but hot wings are on the top of most fans lists! With the football pre-season games well under way, college football just around the corner, and basketball season coming up soon...there is going to be plenty of tailgating and home-gating parties to host and to attend in the upcoming months! 

Ad: Cool Cucumber Ranch Dip and Deli Wings:  a perfect combination! #GameTimeHero #CollectiveBias #ad

Friday, August 22, 2014

Caramel Macchiato No Churn Ice Cream

Caramel Macchiato No Churn Ice Cream is a rich and creamy, indulgent recipe that is a snap to make. You will NOT need an ice cream maker for this one...only an electric mixer and a freezer!  (or a very strong arm and a good whisk!) 

Caramel Macchiatio No Churn Ice Cream #icecreamweek #dessert #coffee

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Blueberry Frozen Yogurt

Today's recipe is a delicious, creamy Blueberry Frozen Yogurt. It's a bit less sinful than the last recipe and quite a bit less sinful than the post I've got planned for Friday of this week. Sweet plump blueberries in creamy low-fat Greek yogurt could not be a nicer way to end summer, dontcha think?

Blueberry Frozen Yogurt:  #IceCreamWeek #frozen

Monday, August 18, 2014

"Fried" Ice Cream Pie

Did you know today is National Ice Cream Pie Day?  How lucky for me (and YOU!), This easy recipe for Mexican "Fried" Ice Cream Pie is one of my very favorite things to order at my local Mexican restaurant!

"Fried" Ice Cream Pie #IceCreamWeek  Easy restuarant food at home!

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Glazed Orange Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini!  Do you have bunch of it?  I don't grow my own, but I am always being "gifted" zucchini this time of year...and I LOVE it, because it is just so darn versatile.  I can find a way to add it to just about anything...sweet or savory.  

Last week, I was sent a link to a delicious looking zucchini bread from one of my friends.  I knew that if I could find the time, I was going to make this pretty amazing looking zucchini bread.  I found the time on Sunday of this past week, but sorry to say...I wasn't able to make the recipe work.  So because I really enjoyed the flavor of this particular recipe, I was determined to find a way to make it again and enjoy it this time.  (Sad to say, the first attempt ended up in the trash!)  Thus, Glazed Orange Zucchini Muffins were born...and I think I got it right! 

Glazed Orange Zucchini Muffins by Renee's Kitchen Adventures muffin on board with bite taken out so you can see flecks of zucchini inside and tender crumb

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Creamy Ranch Buffalo Chicken Dip

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser.  All opinions are mine alone.  #FoodDeservesDelicious #CollectiveBias

I am so excited to bring you this delicious dip recipe today!! I'll be honest, although I LOVE the flavor of "buffalo" anything, I have never been a huge fan of the popular buffalo chicken dip.  It never seemed to have enough flavor or texture for me.  This recipe changes that all for me thanks to a few changes and some great additions to the traditional recipe.

Creamy Ranch Buffalo Chicken Dip:  Lighter on calories but not on flavor!  #FoodDeservesDelicious #shop

Friday, August 1, 2014

Quick and Easy Frozen Peanut Butter Snack Squares

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Quick and Easy Frozen Peanut Butter Snack Squares: #AddCoolWhip #shop #dessert

August...I simply cannot believe it's August already!  It seems like summer just started yesterday!! 

While I'll be trying to squeeze out every last drop of summer this month, I will also be getting ready for my sons to go back to school.  It seems August has become the "official" back to school month for many.  This quick and easy recipe is a kid-approved snack idea perfect for a yummy after-school or anytime snack!  
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