Celebrity Chef Meredith Hayden is gearing up for a sizzling summer, and she's sharing her plans with fans. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Hayden opens up about her summer cooking goals, including the recipes and dishes she's most looking forward to whipping up. But Hayden's culinary ambitions aren't just about perfecting her cooking skills – she's also using the kitchen as a therapeutic outlet to support her mental health. As she continues her recovery from an ACL injury, Hayden credits cooking with helping her stay focused and motivated, and she's teaming up with Barilla to make healthy, delicious meals a reality for home cooks everywhere.
Meredith Hayden told PEOPLE about her summer cooking goals, ACL recovery and how cooking supports her mental health, plus details on her Barilla partnership.
