Teenagers are the busiest members of a family. They have autonomy when it comes to choosing what they eat and often rely on “fast” food to fill their stomachs while on the go.

If a teen had just a little guidance and was acquainted with the family kitchen, she could easily make her own nutritious, tasty, meals instead of relying on the microwave or drive-thru.

Matthew Locricchio’s 2013 IACP award-winning cookbook, Teen Cuisine, is the perfect tool for making this concept a reality. The book is packed with 50 user-friendly recipes that will appeal to the most voracious of teenage appetites, plus safety tips, cooking terms and kitchen essentials.

One of the most important skills a parent can offer their child is the ability to cook. With Teen Cuisine they will develop a life skill that will go the distance.