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Lesley Langille
MS, RD, Counselling Dietitian, Mom of Two
I’m a mom of two adorable boys and just like many of you, deal with common issues such as picky eating and food throwing (who doesn’t?). I too, am attempting to raise healthy and independent eaters, which certainly is not without hurdles.
I’ve discovered the challenges of picky eating and the joys of a glass of wine, all at the same time. I believe that nutrition and eating should be fun. My goal is to help simplify the feeding process and present nutrition information in a real and easy way to understand.
I completed my Bachelor of Science in Nutrition at Acadia University and went on to earn a Master of Science in Applied Human Nutrition at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Before focusing on pediatric and family nutrition, I practiced in the areas of chronic disease prevention and healthy weight loss. I’m a member of the College of Dietitians of Alberta and a certified Craving Change expert who uses motivational and problem-solving techniques to help clients reach their nutrition goals.
In my spare time (aka ‘in my dreams’) I enjoy reading and rock climbing, and spending time with my family.
Amanda Hamel
RD, Virtual Assistant
Amanda is a Registered Dietitian for Nüton Nutrition Education in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Her goal is to help teachers make a difference in the lives of their students through building a healthy relationship with food.
Amanda’s love for helping others behind-the-scenes began in 2012 as a website administrator for various volunteer groups. It brings her great joy to help fellow dietitians grow their outreach in a collaborative effort to raise the profile of the profession.
![[EASY SLOWCOOKER RECIPE]🥘
Now that my 3 kids are back to school, and activities are in full swing, it’s SO important as a busy mom, that I have nutritious and easy-to-prepare dinners ready to go on weeknights. I often turn to my slowcooker, because I can toss the ingredients in after school drop off and not worry about it for the rest of the day! Even better? When the slow cooker meal is so delicious that my kids devour it!🙌
I love that this recipe makes 6-7 servings, so that we can make it last for two meals. You can also double it to make it last longer, and freeze the leftovers for future busy nights!😉
[AD]As a dietitian, I also love that this recipe is nutritionally balanced, and contains Canadian-raised chicken! And I’m excited to feature it here to help celebrate National Chicken Month👇
Slow Cooker Chicken Ragu Recipe
INGREDIENTS
• 2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1/2 large onion (sliced)
• 1 small fennel trimmed and sliced
• 2 garlic cloves (sliced)
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (chopped)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• ¼ cup red wine
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• I 28 oz can San Marzano Tomatoes
• 1 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/3 cup basil leaves
INSTRUCTIONS:
1️⃣Add onion, garlic, rosemary and oregano to the slowcooker
2️⃣Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to slowcooker
3️⃣In a medium bow, combine broth, red wine, and red wine vinegar and then pour over the chicken
4️⃣Add the can of San Marzano tomatoes to the slow cooker
5️⃣Cook for 8-9 hours on low or 4-5 hours on high
6️⃣Open the slowcooker about 20 minutes before it’s done, and add basil and chickpeas, and stir. Put the lid back and cook until timer ends.
7️⃣Serve with a ladle, over rice, quinoa or pasta (optional) and top with grated parmesan cheese
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