October 2, 2023
I love everything Thanksgiving! From the menu planning, the turkey roasting, the guests gathering, and right through to the final bite of pumpkin pie, it’s my favourite holiday. With so many amazing turkey recipes, it’s hard to choose just one, … Continued
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
November 8, 2022
By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc Soups and stews are the ultimate comfort food—ideal, simple meals to enjoy as the cooler weather arrives. Got leftover turkey? Add it in a hearty stew or a delicious fall soup. Adding turkey to … Continued
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
June 6, 2022
By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc Maybe you grew up with the idea that salads are mostly lettuce with basic dressing. Maybe they were something to start your meal, or an addition to your summer barbecue table. But I’m here … Continued
December 1, 2021
This holiday season we’re gathering again with family and friends and that’s worth celebrating! I’ve rounded up seven of my favourite turkey appetizers that are guaranteed to impress your guests and make entertaining a breeze. Charcuterie & Grazing Boards … Continued
November 2, 2021
Tips to Make Satisfying Soups If you’re craving comfort food that nourishes your body and soul, soup’s got you covered! When it comes to soup, anything goes. You can follow a recipe, or you can freestyle it and create a … Continued
September 27, 2021
A holiday centered around food is always enticing, but it sounds even more appealing after a year full of virtual dinners and celebrations. This October we welcome you back to the Thanksgiving you remember—with a table packed with roasted turkey, … Continued
September 27, 2021
This Thanksgiving, I’m grateful to enjoy a small gathering with my family for our favourite holiday. Like millions of other Canadians, we skipped the traditional feast last year, so I’m excited to bring back the classics we love so much: … Continued
September 1, 2021
By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc Packed lunches: love ’em or hate ’em? Packing lunch day in, day out can add stress or feel like a chore, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’re heading back to … Continued
July 1, 2021
By Shannon Crocker MSC RD PHEc 3 MORE WAYS TO ENJOY GRILLED TURKEY THIS SUMMER Whether you’re at the cottage, at a campsite, or hanging out on your patio, there’s nothing quite like cooking a meal over hot coals (or a … Continued
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
May 1, 2020
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications It’s now been a while since social distancing began and we’re collectively continuing to stay safe at home as much as we can. That means we’ve all been cooking and eating at … Continued
January 8, 2020
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Did you make New Year’s Resolutions? After a month of holiday festivities, New Year’s resolutions are in full-swing and healthy eating is top of mind. If eating well is on your … Continued
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
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
October 3, 2019
What’s a Thanksgiving dinner without great cocktails on hand? Our friend Tanya Bates of Extra For Avocado created this Pomegranate Apple Cider Sangria – perfect for making ahead of time and catering to a large crowd. The classic fall flavour … Continued
October 3, 2019
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and just a few days before that marks the first-ever Canadian Beer Day on October 9! If you love a dark beer and want to mark both occasions at once, this Roasted Beer Brined … Continued
September 3, 2019
Recipe Prepared by Lisa Dawn Bolton Fall is just weeks away and with that, the holiday season will be here before we know it. We know the season brings parties and gatherings with friends and family, and if you’re hosting, … Continued
August 14, 2019
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Do you still barbeque once the back-to-school routine starts up? I sure do! I fire up the barbeque regularly in the fall months. It helps me hang onto that sweet summer vibe … Continued
July 10, 2019
It’s time to lean in, work out and get that Body by Turkey! On this episode of Body by Turkey, Leansquad’s Phil Mackenzie is serving up that Monday Motivation, with his at-home chest workout, featuring pushups, presses and chest flies. … Continued
July 10, 2019
Happy Wellness Wednesday Body by Turkey fans! On today’s episode of Body by Turkey, it’s Leg Day! Leansquad’s Phil Mackenzie takes us through a leg-focused workout you can do at home; with lunges, jumps, and curls to get those legs … Continued
July 9, 2019
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Summer finally arrived Canada and it’s full-on steamy! When it’s so hot outside, I head to the grill. If you ask my husband and kids, I’m a bit of a grilling fanatic … Continued
July 8, 2019
By: Turkey Farmers of Canada Lean in, workout & get your Body by Turkey! This week on Body by Turkey, we’re teaming up with Leansquad’s Phil Mackenzie to work those drumsticks! For Wing Day, Phil walks us through his go-to … Continued
July 3, 2019
By: Turkey Farmers of Canada Lean in, workout & get your Body by Turkey! Today, we’re launching the Body by Turkey program, a YouTube fitness series designed to carve your body for summer. Hosted by former rugby player and Canadian … Continued
June 26, 2019
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications What do you think of when you think about cooking ground turkey on the barbeque? If I was a betting gal, I’d say burgers. Me too! You can’t beat the simplicity of … Continued
May 27, 2019
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Grilling season is FINALLY here! When warm weather hits there’s nothing better than a meal made on the grill that’s enjoyed while relaxing on the patio. Relaxation aside, grilling is one of … Continued
August 9, 2018
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications School may be back, but don’t fret, grilling season isn’t over yet! Despite starting up with hectic back-to-school routines – rushed mornings, packing lunches, running to after school activities, cramming in dinner … Continued
March 26, 2018
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications It’s Easter and you know what that means – turkey time! Actually, any time is turkey time. Of course a whole roasted turkey is a favourite feature of family feasts, but … Continued
May 26, 2017
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications In Protein Primer Part 2, we’re talking about some of the health benefits of protein. Why do you need protein? Protein plays an important role in building, maintaining and repairing your body every … Continued
April 26, 2017
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications You may have noticed when you take a read through Canadian Turkey’s Blog that we talk a fair bit about how turkey is the power protein. We thought we’d shed … Continued
March 28, 2017
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications When you think about a whole roasted turkey, what comes to mind? Indulgent family feasts with sides of stuffing and gravy, or healthy weekday meals, such as stir-fries, soups and power … Continued
February 27, 2017
By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Want to know my remedy to brighten up cold and dreary March days? A scrumptious bowl of turkey soup! Delicious and nutritious, turkey soup is the ideal meal to fuel your … Continued