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PLUS: Announcing This Week’s Giveaway

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Live Well Now
March 18, 2024

Welcome To The Most Read Women’s Empowerment Newsletter!

Today On the Menu:

👩‍🎓 Today In Women’s History: Celebrating Bonnie Blair

💪 Motivation: Lee Ann Fachko Takes the Helm at Burlington Medical: A Strategic Vision for Growth

🍎 The Health Corner: Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

PLUS: Announcing This Week’s Giveaway

Read Time: 3 Mins

On This Day In Women’s History:

March 18, 1964: Bonnie Blair was born.

Bonnie Blair, speed skater, one of the most successful Winter Olympians in U.S. history, 5-time gold medalist.

ANNOUNCING THIS WEEK’S GIVEAWAY

This week, we will gift a Stanley Quencher H2.0 to one of our dedicated newsletter readers. The lucky winner of this week’s prize will be announced and contacted on Friday.

Lee Ann Fachko Takes the Helm at Burlington Medical: A Strategic Vision for Growth

In a groundbreaking move, Lee Ann Fachko has assumed the role of CEO at Burlington Medical, Virginia, marking a significant milestone in her career at the age of 59. With her wealth of experience and strategic acumen, Fachko is spearheading the company's growth through strategic acquisitions, including the recent merger with Lite Tech, making Burlington the world's largest supplier of radiation protection materials.

Before her CEO appointment, Fachko served as the senior VP of global operations, playing a pivotal role in steering Burlington's manufacturing teams to success. Her leadership and strategic initiatives have been instrumental in solidifying Burlington's position as an industry leader.

Fachko's visionary leadership came to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic when she led Burlington's transition to producing critical medical supplies like surgical masks and disposable gowns. This proactive approach underscored Burlington's adaptability and Fachko's unwavering commitment to serving healthcare professionals and communities in challenging times.

As Burlington Medical continues its journey amidst evolving market dynamics, Fachko remains steadfast in her commitment to driving innovation, fostering growth, and delivering value to customers. Her inspiring story serves as a beacon of hope for aspiring leaders, highlighting that age is no barrier to success and that embracing change can lead to extraordinary outcomes.

Until tomorrow,

Emma, Live Well Now Team

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BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP RECIPE

👍 Live Well Now Approved

You Will Need:

4 tablespoons salted butter

1 cup chopped yellow onion (about 1 small)

1 large carrot, grated

4 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste

1 teaspoon mustard powder

¼ teaspoon nutmeg

2 cups whole milk or half-and-half

2 cups chicken or vegetable stock

4 cups chopped broccoli (from 1 large crown)

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

8 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)

Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Croutons, store-bought or homemade, for serving (optional)

Directions:

1. Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, salt, mustard powder, and nutmeg. Cook, whisking, until a paste forms, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook, whisking continuously, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, then add the stock. Use an immersion blender to blend the liquid directly in the pot. (Alternatively, transfer the liquid to the base of a blender, let cool briefly, and blend until smooth. Then return it to the pot.)

2. Stir in the broccoli. Return the pot over medium-low heat and simmer until the broccoli is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan and half of the cheddar until melted, then add the remaining cheddar and stir until the soup is creamy. Taste and season with salt and pepper.

3. Serve topped with croutons if using.

Cook Time: 35 mins | Servings: 6

Calories: 353 cals | 17g Protein | 20g Carbs | 25g Fat

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