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March2016NationalNutritionMonth2016:SavortheFlavorMoreFruits&Veggies.LessRedMeat.MoreWholeGrains.Shortontime?Honestly,whoisnotthesedays!Wedoourbesttopicktherightpriorities,andacceptthefactthatwecannotdoitallbyfocusingonwhatismostimportantinthegrandschemeoflife.Justbecausethereisagreatdemandonourtime,doesnotmeanthatmealtimehastotakeabackseat!

Introducing…MealsinMinutes,anextensionofSimplyFresh:thetasteofgoodhealth.MealsinMinutesisofferedasadirectresponsetosurveyfeedbackfromtheSimplyFreshLivecookingeventsthattoured11BonSecoursVirginiasitesontheClass-A-RollMarch-October2015.BonSecoursemployeesaskedforquick&easysolutionsthatarenutritiousanddeliciousandcanfitwithinthedailyactivitiesofthehealthcareworkforce.WehopeyouenjoytheseofferingsfromourBonSecoursEmployeeWellnessfamilytoyours!

1) Breakfastisthemostimportantmealoftheday.Here’satimeefficientwaytomakeyourmorninggosmoother…makeitthenightbefore.

OVERNIGHT OATMEAL – 5 DELICIOUS WAYS! ORIGINALLY POSTED BY DOMESTIC GEEKPrepTime:5minutesTotalTime:5minutesYield:1serving

“This tasty oatmeal is so easy to make and so satisfying to eat! Mix

all of the ingredients before bed and you'll have a delicious breakfast

ready and waiting when you wake up. For step-by-step video

instructionsCLICK HERE”

2) OnePotMealsareagreatwaytowhipupdinnerorpre-makeandportionlunchfortheweek.

Tips, tricks and shortcuts to make your l ife easier…

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ZUCCHINI SHRIMP SCAMPI ORIGINALLY POSTED BY CHUNGAH

PrepTime:15minutesCookTime:10minTotalTime:25minutesYield:4servings“Traditional shrimp scampi made into a low-carb dish with zucchini noodles. It’s unbelievably easy, quick & healthy! 214.3 calories.At 4.3 mg per serving, this recipe is high in iron! Combined with the 40 mg of vitamin C to help the iron absorption, this meal is great for someone who is looking to boost their iron status through food.” For recipe and more nutritional info, CLICK HERE

3) Sides&Saladscanbetheperfectcomplementtoanymeal.Checkoutthesepowerful,proteinpacked

veggiesthatnotonlytastegreat,butlookcolorfulandfun!

ROASTED YAM & KALE SALAD ORIGINALLY POSTED BY MATT DPrepTime:20minutesCookTime:20minTotalTime:40minutesYield:6servings

"A bright contrast in flavors makes this salad a favorite among friends and family. The yams have a subtle sweetness that pairs nicely with the caramelized onions and kale." For recipe, CLICK HERE.

SpecialNote:Althoughthesitesaystherecipeis1hr15min,Imadeitin40min,byservingitwarmandnotwaitingfortheitemstocool.Bythetimethefamilywasatthetable,itwaswarmandnothotanyways!Evenmy3½yearoldlovedit,the5yearoldatetheyams.Italsokeptwellintherefrigeratorfornextday’slunchatwork.

GRAPEFRUIT & AVOCADO SALAD ADAPTED FROM & ORIGINALLY POSTED BY THE DOMESTIC GEEKPrepTime:15minutesYield:4-6servings

A vibrant array of tart and sweet citrus fruit blended with smooth creamy flavor of avocado over a bed of arugula. Add the sunflower seeds for a crunch factor, which is a common strategy for salad combinations. Pour in the dressing

slightly sweetened by honey, and enjoy! For recipe CLICK HERE

Don’tforgettocheckouttheSimplyFreshmonthlyspecialsinyourlocalBonSecourshospitalcafeteria.Thismonth,thecafesarealignedwithNationalNutritionMonth’sSavortheFlavortheme.LookforSmallBiteSweetTreatsandtheChipotleChoppedChickenSaladspecialsandotheritemswithaFITicon.Surprisedbythedessert?Allgoodthingsinmoderation!

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SpecialthanksourfriendsatClass-A-Roll,mobilelearningkitchen,withwhomEmployeeWellnesscollaboratesonSimplyFreshtomakesureweofferthebestoftasteandnutrition!Together,wehelpbridgethegapbetweensimpleanddeliciousfoodsonanybudget.