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Makes 4 Servings
Total Time : 35 minutes
- 1/2 package whole-wheat angel hair pasta (7-8 ounces)
- 4 thin-sliced chicken breasts or cutlets (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper, divided
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 large shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsps Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsps chopped fresh sage
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- PREPARATION:
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with garlic powder and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper. Place flour in a shallow bowl and coat both sides of the chicken, shaking off any excess. Reserve 2 teaspoons flour; discard the rest.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a clean plate.
- Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add wine and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Combine water with the reserved 2 teaspoons flour. Add to the pan and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in sour cream, mustard, 2 tablespoons sage and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Return the chicken to the pan and turn to coat with the sauce.
- Top the pasta with half the sauce, the chicken and then the remaining sauce. Garnish with more sage, if desired.
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Upcoming Walks/Runs:
1. September 20-22 : Community First Credit Union Fox Cities Marathon, Appleton, WI. For more information or to register, click here.
2. Saturday, September 21st : Run or Dye Green Bay 5k. For more information or to register, click here.
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| Issue: #37-2013 | September 18th, 2013
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Healthy Tip of the Week:
Fall Into Fitness
| With school starting for almost two weeks, everything is back to a routine and you can finally take a breather! It was great to enjoy downtime with family and friends in the summer, however, your fitness routine might have taken a hit with the ever changing schedule. Now is the perfect time to get your fitness routine another go so you can be back on track to staying healthy and fit.
Pick a goal:
What do you want to work towards? Do you have a particular event you want to get ready for? Set a goal and write it down. Put your goal in an obvious place, such as the bathroom mirror, the fridge; and use it as a reminder to keep you accountable. This can give you a push to keep going and motivate you to stay on track with your fitness plan.
Once you reach your goal, set another one. Remember, baby steps go a long way!
Find an Activity you will Enjoy:
Fitness activities do not need to be confined to a gym. If you enjoy being in the outdoors (weather permitting), going for walks, short hikes, bike ride along the trail, or even roller skating are great ways to get started.
There are a variety of classes available at your local fitness center as well. Most of them are catered for the beginner exerciser with modifications. Usually at the start of a new session, sampler classes will be available for you to "test" different classes and see which works with what you are looking for and/or your schedule. You can always stop by and speak with the instructors if you have questions on a class.
Find a buddy:
Being able to workout by yourself offers schedule flexibility. On the other hand, having a buddy to help with accountability, and share the fun could be a big motivator. When you are looking for a buddy, find someone that share similar fitness habits and ability.
Be positive:
We can be our worst critic! When you are feeling blah, tell yourself, "you look great!" Think of how good you feel after a workout session! Positive thoughts and behavior is another good source of motivation. If you consistently tell yourself you are fat, or ugly, as an example, you will feel disappointed and unmotivated.
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The Healthy Wonders of Water
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1. Stay Slimmer With Water
Trying to lose weight? Water revs up metabolism and helps you feel full. Replace calorie-filled beverages with water, and drink a glass before meals to help you feel fuller. Drinking more water helps amp up metabolism - especially if your glass is icy cold. Your body must work to warm the water up, burning a few extra calories in the process.
2. Water Boosts Your Energy
If you're feeling drained and depleted, get a pick-me up with water. Dehydration makes you feel tired. The right amount of water will help your heart pump your blood more effectively. And water can help your blood transport oxygen and other essential nutrients to your cells.
3. Lower Stress With Water
About 70% to 80% of your brain tissue is water. If you're dehydrated, your body and your mind are stressed. If you're feeling thirsty, you've already a little dehydrated. To keep stress levels down, keep a glass of water at your desk or carry a sports bottle and slip regularly.
4. Build Muscle Tone With Water
Drinking water helps prevent muscle cramping and lubricates joints in the body. When you're well hydrated, you can exercise longer and stronger without "hitting the wall."
5. Nourish Your Skin
Fine lines and wrinkles are deeper when you're dehydrated. Water is nature's own beauty cream. Drinking water hydrates skin cells and plumps them up, making your face look younger. It also flushes out impurities and improves circulation and blood flow, helping your skin glow.
6. Stay Regular With Water
Along with fiber, water is important for good digestion. Water helps dissolve waste particles and passes them smoothly trough your digestive tract. If you're dehydrated, your body absorbs all the water, leaving your colon dry and making it more difficult to pass waste.
7. Water Reduces Kidney Stones
The rate of painful kidney stones is rising. One of the reasons could be because people -- including children -- aren't drinking enough water. Water dilutes the salts and minerals in your urine that form the solid crystals known as kidney stones. Kidney stones can't form in diluted urine, so reduce your risk with plenty of water!
8. Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Most healthy adults get enough to drink by letting their thirst guide the,. But the exact amount you need depends on your size, level of activity, the weather, and your general health. You may need more water if you exercise or sweat heavily.
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| Volunteer Opportunities | 
Did you know that volunteering is good for the soul? It helps rid yourself of stress, makes you feel good about yourself, and allows you to meet people who you would have never met before.
1. Saturday, September 21, 2013, 07:00 AM - 12:00 PM :: Run or Dye is a fun filled color blasted 5K brought to you by Viral Events! When you volunteer with Run or Dye, not only do you contribute to making the world a more colorful place, you help us support the Big Brothers Big Sisters. We need volunteers who are dedicated, hard-working, excited, and are passionate about living life in full color. Here are the areas we need help with:
- Registration and Check-In booths at Run or Dye
- Water Stations
- Throw color at our participants at our Color Stations (This is where we need the most help)
To volunteer click here.
2. Monday, September 16, 2013 - Friday, May 23, 2014 :: Tutoring in Green Bay Schools- grades K-3
Many children are waiting for you! Reading Coaches for Kids is currently seeking dedicated volunteers to assist children with their literacy skills in the classroom on a weekly basis. The program works with elementary schools in the Green Bay School District.
Spend time with a child in the classroom to improve academic success by listening to them read and improve their literacy skills. A free orientation session to tutoring and ongoing support is provided by Reading Coaches for Kids staff.The program requires a background check and a minimum time commitment of an hour a week for the school year. To volunteer, click here.
3. Thursday, September 12, 2013 - Thursday, May 15, 2014 :: Feed the Future of Green Bay - Children in our community often spend the weekend hungry. Help to solve this problem. On Thursdays, during the school year, volunteers are needed to assist with set-up, distribution, and clean-up if kid friendly, ready-to-eat meals that students in Y's Eisenhower Elementary After School program can bring home to eat during the weekend. This is a great opportunity for small grups.
Thursdays, 4-5:30 PM. To volunteer, click here.
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