Events 

  • August 22, 11 AM to 1 PM, Student Union Rotunda - Fresh Start - Nutrition table and free smoothie
  • November 15, 11 AM - 2 PM, Student Union  - Wellness Wednesday, Eating on a budget
  • TBD, Student Union Rotunda - New Year, New Me

Resources 

Eat Well

During these virtual Zoom sessions, Valerie will share nutritional tips while sharing a great recipe and cooking demonstration. 

Presented by Ms. Valerie Houghton, Aramark/Blazer Dining Dietitian

National Eat Your Veggies Day: 5 Steps to Build a Better Salad

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Strawberry Field ...Forever!

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Join us for some fun in the kitchen. Dr. Bobbie Ticknor has been featured on the popular TV show Cooks vs Cons, Season 2. During these virtual Zoom sessions, Dr. Ticknor will share her passion for cooking with a series on Healthy Summer Dinners Made Easy.

Healthy Summer Dinners Made Easy- Part 1
 Wild-Caught Mustard-Glazed Salmon with a Panzanella Salad 

RECORDING 

Healthy Summer Dinners Made Easy- Part 2
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

RECORDING 

SNACK AND CHAT WITH BLAZER DINING DIETITIAN

Join us for an informal virtual chat with our Blazer Dining Dietitian, Valerie Houghton, RDN LD. Each month we will feature a new recipe and cooking demo by Chef Tim. 

  • Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 4:30 PM | Recording 
    Learn how to make overnight oats 
  • Monday, February 8, 2021 at 4:30 PM | Recording 
    Snack Attack - Chef Harley will demonstrate an easy Crispy Spiced Chickpeas and Fresh Bruschetta recipe.
  • Wednesday, March 10 at 4:30 PM | Recording 
    Snacks + studying -the perfect formula! Learn how to make some great Smoothies.
  • Monday, April 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM | Recording 
    Snacking on Protein Bars: Hype or Health? Learn how to make No-bake granola Bars.

BE KIND TO YOUR HEART 

This series presented by Valerie Houghton, RDN LD, Blazer Dining Health & Wellness Dietitian. It is designed as four interactive virtual events with building block concepts. It is open to all levels of cooking experience with special emphasis on low budget and quick, easy meals. Each session will feature a cooking demonstration.

Session 1: Taking Inventory and Stocking Pantry

  • Choose a recipe site where you can plug in ingredients you have on hand
  • Label reading tips
  • Grocery store strategy 

Recording

Documents

Session 2: Time Crunched Cooking and Meal Planning

  • Quick cooking staples
  • Snack attack
  • Grab & Go healthy snacking

Recording

Session 3: Fruits and Vegetables 

  • Dried beans and peas as plant proteins  
  • Celebrate with cooler fruits  
  • Kitchen Safety-Academy of Nutrition & dietetics video-44 seconds

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Session 4: Fall Harvest Super Foods 

  • Slow cooker meals
  • Holiday healthy eating guide​​​​​​​

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COOKING WITH DR. BOBBIE TICKNOR

Join us for some fun in the kitchen. Dr. Bobbie Ticknor has been featured on the popular TV show Cooks vs Cons, Season 2. She is looking forward to sharing her passion for and knowledge of cooking with you. 

Recording: VEGGIE QUICHE Recipe: Veggie Quiche

Recording: ONE PAN MEAL Recipe: One Pan Meal with Chicken and Veggies