Best Seller
Not from Concentrate
Hardcover
$38.00
Available on Mar 23, 2027 | 240 Pages
An ADHD-friendly approach to cooking for neurodivergent brains and beyond
Catherine Smart was diagnosed with ADHD as a child, and she recognized her busy brain could be an asset long before it was cool. After all, ADHDers thrive in the kitchen, where cooking scratches the itch for novelty, creativity, and excitement. But for a busy brain, the tasks of planning ahead, shopping for ingredients, and following multi-step directions can be a tall order. That’s why this book is designed to be as distraction-free as possible with:
- Instructions for what to actually do first
- Clear and concise directions on ingredient prep
- Color-coded equipment and ingredients to help stay on course
- Distinct “can’t miss” moments so vital steps don’t go unnoticed
With creative recipes and accessible ingredients, stay on track as you throw together Smash Burgers with Dijon Pickle Sauce for dinner, whip up Jammy Egg Pita Pockets for lunch, and prepare a Creamy Butternut Pasta Bake for your next party.
Not from Concentrate is the essential cookbook for busy brains … or for anyone looking to calm the kitchen chaos and have fun while doing it.
Author
Catherine Smart
Catherine Smart is a food writer, podcaster, recipe developer, and entrepreneur. She is the creator and host of the Not From Concentrate podcast and newsletter for food lovers with busy brains. Catherine was an original cast member of the Emmy-winning TV show Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street, a contributor to Milk Street Radio, and co-founded the sauce and dressing company not just co. Her recipes and writing have appeared in The Infatuation, Saveur, The Boston Globe, Departures, and Serious Eats, and she’s a recipient of The Les Dames Escoffier Legacy Award for food writing. Catherine holds a Masters in Gastronomy from Boston University, and lives in Somerville, MA with her husband, their two young boys, and an always-hungry black lab.
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