Dear Reader,

To improve your health and well-being, go beyond the idea of quick and easy recipes to establish smarter, time-saving habits in the kitchen. With Cook Smart, Eat Well by Jennifer Welper, the Wellness Executive Chef at Mayo Clinic, learn how to take a fresh approach to healthy eating by cooking more efficiently, using simple ingredients with bold flavors, and meal prepping with ease, so you can keep your family eating healthy and nutritious meals all week long.

There's no reason that nutritious foods that are easy to prepare can't be tasty and enjoyable. In Cook Smart, Eat Well you will find more than 100 original recipes with something for every meal, including bright salads and soups, filling breakfasts, hearty comfort foods, savory lean meats and burgers, kid-friendly meals, and delicious desserts, as well as a week’s worth of vegetarian-friendly dishes that are completely meat-free. Alongside each recipe are notes from Chef Jen that give ideas for variations and substitutions, as well as tricks for maximizing flavors to make any homemade meal taste gourmet.

Inside you’ll find recipes for the following and more:

Blackened fish tacos
Backed macaroni and cheese
Broccoli and smoked gouda frittata
Broccoli cheddar soup
Basil pesto stuffed mushrooms
Black bean burgers
Cranberry apple crisp

Most of all, have fun with your meals! There's no right or wrong in cooking. What matters is that you and your family become comfortable in the kitchen and that you discover the good feelings and satisfaction that come with creating flavorful and healthy meals for yourself and your family.

With Cook Smart, Eat Well learn how to plan meals, prep food efficiently, and minimize your cooking time to make eating satisfying, nutritious meals part of your healthy lifestyle. Order your copy today, and while you wait for it to arrive, try two free recipes!