Celebrity chef Meredith Hayden is gearing up for a sizzling summer season, and she's sharing her plans with fans. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Hayden opens up about her summer cooking goals, which include experimenting with new recipes and ingredients to shake up her menu. But Hayden's summer won't be without its challenges - she's also working on recovering from a recent ACL injury, a setback that has forced her to take a step back from her usual high-energy lifestyle. As she navigates this new chapter, Hayden reveals how cooking continues to be a vital source of comfort and stress relief for her mental health, and she's teaming up with Barilla to bring her passion for cooking to a wider audience.
Meredith Hayden told PEOPLE about her summer cooking goals, ACL recovery and how cooking supports her mental health, plus details on her Barilla partnership.
