: The book’s soul is tied to her barn-turned-test kitchen in the Colorado mountains, where she creates her recipes and takes all her own photography.

: Cooking became her way of reigning in the chaos of her large family. This personal mission eventually led to the launch of her popular blog, Half Baked Harvest .

: The book emphasizes "balance" as the key to life, mixing healthy ingredients with indulgent treats (like her belief that every diet needs a little chocolate). Book Details