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By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc

Six Tasty Turkey Recipes for Holiday Entertaining

December 7, 2022

By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc Entertaining over the holidays? Make your holiday tasty with turkey! From traditional Christmas dinner to New Year’s Day Brunch, here are my top choices for turkey recipes that will shine on your holiday menus.   … Continued

4 Deliciously Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes

October 1, 2022

By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc   A friend of mine just told me he’s planning a Mexican-inspired Thanksgiving including roast turkey with spicy seasonings and sides, such as grilled corn, to go with it. Now I’m a traditionalist when it … Continued

6 NEW Ways to Make Roast Turkey This Easter

March 25, 2021

By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc   What comes to mind when you think of Easter dinner? Like many of you, I love the traditional feast of roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes. But, since we’re having a small, … Continued

Holiday Menus for Two, Four or Six

November 30, 2020

By: Shannon Crocker MSc RD PHEc   Nostalgia has a firm grip on me this holiday season. I don’t know if it’s the dusting of snow I see out my home office window or because I keep hearing how this … Continued

Step Up Your Holiday Dinner Game with 7 Interesting Whole Roast Turkey Recipes

November 25, 2020

When turkey aromas fill the kitchen, it’s a sure sign that the holidays are upon us. We all love a good family whole roasted turkey recipe, but if you want to put a twist on the traditional dish and try … Continued

6 Unique Side Dishes to Serve with Holiday Dinners

November 25, 2020

When you think of classic holiday dinner sides, there are a few iconic recipes that come to mind. And, while we all love a good mashed potato, we should also embrace the idea of switching up the side dish recipe … Continued

5 Mouth-Watering Dinner Ideas for the Holiday Season Under 400 Calories

November 25, 2020

Being health conscious doesn’t have to be boring! Clocking in at under 400 calories per serving, these delicious dinner recipes are a great way to enjoy protein-packed, nourishing meals without sacrificing flavour and enjoyment this holiday season.   Lemon-Garlic-Turkey Zucchini … Continued

3 Tasty Ways to Love Turkey in June

June 3, 2020

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications   Whether you’re hopping on your bike or firing up the grill, June brings warmer weather so that we can get outside and responsibly enjoy long awaited summer days. Here are three … Continued

Risotto au dindon et aux champignons

Celebrate with the Deliciousness of Turkey

December 3, 2019

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications What does it mean to you to share a holiday meal with your family and friends? Sitting around a festive holiday table enjoying a traditional meal with my family is my happy … Continued

Jessica Emin’s Ultimate Hot Turkey on a Grilled Cheese

October 10, 2019

What’s one of the best things about Thanksgiving dinner, other than getting to spend time with family and friends? The delicious leftovers and the many ways you can incorporate them into your favourite dishes! This Thanksgiving weekend why not try … Continued

Turkey Makes Any Day Delicious

October 29, 2018

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications   One of the greatest turkey days of the year – Christmas – is just around the corner, but you don’t need to wait until the holidays to enjoy the goodness that … Continued