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Shannon Crocker, MSc RD PHEC

Nov 11, 2019

Simple Skillet Lasagna

With cold weather sneaking in, warm comfort food meals are on the menu. One of my family’s favourite comfort foods – lasagna – takes more time than I have on a weeknight. So, to solve my time crunch, I created a simple skillet version of this cheesy comfort food that you can make it HALF the time of the oven-baked variety. This is an easy, skillet lasagna that is perfect for weeknights since there’s no fussy layering of noodles and cheese. Just scatter noodles throughout the

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Feb 12, 2019

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

These simple 4 ingredient peanut butter cookies let that rich natural peanut-buttery taste shine!

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Feb 1, 2019

Simple Black Bean Salsa

Simple yet scrumptious. This Black Bean Salsa is super as a topper on a baked potato or scooped up with nacho chips. Or, eat it straight up

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jan 31, 2019

3 Awesome Veggie Snacks for Super Bowl

Super Bowl Sunday is here and that means all the snacks!! Up your game with these delicious, party-worthy veggie-based snacks.

Super Bowl Snacking: Loaded Potato Nachos

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jan 29, 2019

Super Bowl Snacking: Loaded Potato Nachos

A tasty combination of crisp roasted potatoes with all sorts of veggie toppings and a creamy dip. Make a batch for your Super Bowl party and

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries {and the secret to making them crispy}

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jan 29, 2019

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries {and the secret to making them crispy}

Have you ever made baked sweet potato fries, only to be sadly disappointed that they are soft and wilt-y? No more my friends! There's a little trick to making baked sweet potato fries crispy: toss the sweet potatoes in cornstarch and then oil before baking. That's it. Simple. And it works! I created this recipe for my friends over at Gay Lea and I'm happy to share it with you here. I hope you give it a try -- it's really pretty delicious, if I do say so myself. And it's a gre

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Nov 25, 2018

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

This is super simple, super scrumptious homemade dark chocolate peanut butter cup recipe.

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Nov 14, 2018

Sheet Pan Garam Masala Turkey

This is a tasty sheet pan supper recipe featuring garam masala turkey with a creamy dill raita.

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Oct 18, 2018

Roasted Red Pepper Flatbread

Creating recipes is one of the tastiest parts of my job. When I create a recipe, I Iove to play with how to boost nutritional value it the t

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Sep 17, 2018

Honey Roasted Peaches

Anyone else wonder where the summer went? The melons and peaches are quickly being replaced by apples and pears. Which is cool, ‘cause I lov

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Sep 6, 2018

Recipe Makeover: 3 Onion Chip Dip

Even as a non-dip lover I can appreciate the tasty factor with this dip. The challenge was to create a dip that was a bit healthier than the

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Sep 2, 2018

Simple Zucchini Bread

Have you ever had someone drop a zucchini on your front door step, knock and then run away? No? It’s like Nicky Nicky Nine Doors but with sq

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jul 31, 2018

Five Tasty Toppers for Grilled Corn

Spread with butter or seasoned oil, corn is simple food at its best. Bonus: corn is nutrient-rich, with antioxidants that keep your eyes hea

Two Salad Dressings You Need in Your Life

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jun 27, 2018

Two Salad Dressings You Need in Your Life

A good dressing can take your salad from ho hum to FANTABULICIOUS! Once you make homemade dressing, you won't want to go back to bottled

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Apr 3, 2018

One Bowl Banana Muffins

A warm, freshly baked, homemade muffin is the best for enjoying on a slow Sunday afternoon. With a big mug full of steamy tea. I know there’

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Mar 28, 2018

Honey Roasted Blueberries

Have you ever popped a blueberry into your mouth, only to find they have no flavour? Humph! Here's a simple solution: roast them with ho

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Feb 8, 2018

Chocolate Peanut Butter Fruit Dip

Chocolate and peanut butter come together to make the best protein-packed fruit dip that satisfies cravings in a healthy-ish way.

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jan 16, 2018

Brain Food: Vibrant Broccoli Soup

The other day I was reading a study that found you can slow down brain aging by eating a daily serving of leafy green veggies. I say, "

Celebrating Canadian Foods with a Dietitian Kitchen Party!

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jun 30, 2017

Celebrating Canadian Foods with a Dietitian Kitchen Party!

Have you ever wonder what happens in a dietitian’s kitchen? A whole lot of recipe creation, cooking, baking, and eating! Dietitians love delicious food. As a dietitian and foodie, the kitchen is like my office and play space combined. I spend a LOT of time in the kitchen. Cooking is my creative outlet, my stress-reliever, my boredom-buster and my passion. Crafting and sharing simple, drool-worthy, nutritious food ideas so you can be strong and vibrant seriously stokes me. I’m

Shannon Crocker MSc RD

Jun 8, 2017

Simple Food: The Must Try Kale Salad

This is the kale salad that made my sister fall in love with kale. Well, at least she fell in love with this salad. If you're not into kale, this salad might just make you a convert too. It is THE Must Try Kale Salad. And what’s not to love? It’s super garlicky with a tasty tang of lemon and a salty bite from the pecorino. Cue the drooling. Nutritionally speaking, kale is packed with nutrients, like vitamin C and beta-carotene, two nutrients that get top billing for protectin