What if cooking didn’t have to feel like a chore…

What if it could actually feel like coming home to yourself?

In this heartwarming episode of the Professional Women’s Wellness Podcast, Dr. Peggy sits down with Mary Lummerding , a chef, cooking coach, food gardener, and author of Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss.

Mary’s not just about recipes — she’s about reclaiming your relationship with food and making cooking doable again, even for busy women who say they “don’t have time.”

From growing 7 kinds of radishes (yes, really!) to helping a college professor who thought she “couldn’t cook” make a gourmet holiday dessert that stunned her family.

Mary proves that everyone is capable of creating nourishing meals with confidence, fun, and creativity.

🥦 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

• Why cooking is about mindset, not just meal prep
• The surprising emotional blocks many women carry into the kitchen — and how to rewrite them
• How Mary raised her ADHD son to cook independently — and why chopping veggies became their bonding time
• Practical strategies like slow cookers, batch meals, and "heat and serve" dishes that work with your schedule
• Why cooking can be physical, mental, emotional, even spiritual nourishment

💬 Quotes That Stay With You:“Cooking is like going to the gym. You may feel too busy — but your future self will thank you.”
“You don’t need more time… you need a system that fits your life.”
“Even professional women can feel ‘not good enough’ in the kitchen — and it’s time to change that.”
“There’s no one ‘right’ way to cook. There’s just your way — and I’m here to help you find it.”

🎁 Special Gift for Listeners:

Mary is offering her book Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss: Organize and Enjoy Cooking

Chef Mary invites you on a transformative journey to rediscover the joy of cooking. With warmth and expertise, she navigates you through the maze of kitchen essentials and cooking routines, empowering you to savor the art of home cooking.

In this book, you will:

• Master the basics of kitchen organization and equipment selection.
• Unlock Chef Mary's secrets for effortlessly preparing delicious meals.
• Explore practical, yet delectable recipes for everyday cooking.
• Discover Chef Mary's innovative "heat and serve" meal strategies.
• Embrace creativity, save money, and strengthen relationships through the culinary arts.

Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss doesn't just offer recipes; it's a roadmap to a healthier, happier lifestyle. Chef Mary's expertise and passion infuse every page, inspiring you to reclaim your kitchen and reignite your love for cooking.

Transform your kitchen chaos into culinary bliss today!

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the kitchen, judged for not “doing it right,” or just stuck on what to feed your family this week…

Connect With Mary:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefmarykt/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefmarykt/

Let this episode be your reminder: You don’t have to figure it out alone.

🎧 Tune in now and take one joyful step toward kitchen confidence.