Full color, illustarated publication. Good food is one of life's great joys. And good meals are a shared pleasure at the heart of African American family life and special celebrations. This recipe book brings together many African American favorite recipes, prepared in a heart healthy way, lower in saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium It shows how to prepare dishes in ways that help protect you and your family from heart disease and stroke. This is important because heart disease and stroke are the first and the third leading cause of death for African Americans. By making small changes in the way you and your family eat, you can help reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. This updated recipe book includes new recipes, along with some of your old favorites. New information on heart healthy food substitutions and food safety is also included.

Full color, illustarated publication. This cookbook-the first in a new series-shows how to prepare and enjoy tasty recipes that are good for your heart and your health. Showcases new dishes that were created just for the NHLBI that have an American, Latino, Mediterranean, or Asian flair. The recipes are also reasonably quick and easy to prepare-a must for busy adults and families Also included are food preparation tips and suggestions for serving the recipes.

Full color, illustarated publication. The cookbook showcases new dishes that were created especially for the NHLBI by a Culinary Institute of America-trained chef/instructor and father of two. We even tested the recipes with parents and school-aged children to make sure they liked them. The cookbook also provides tips for involving children in meal preparation. The appendix is loaded with information on meal planning, cooking, and nutrition for families and children.