**Demi Lovato Set to Release Debut Cookbook Celebrating Love, Food, and Healing**
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Demi Lovato, the acclaimed pop singer and author, is gearing up for the release of her first cookbook, titled *One Plate at a Time: Recipes for Finding Freedom with Food*, which will be available from March 31. Published by Flatiron Books, the cookbook marks a significant milestone in Lovato’s personal journey with food and self-acceptance.
In an exclusive interview with *PEOPLE*, Lovato shared her enthusiasm for cooking, particularly the special dishes she creates for her husband, Jordan “Jutes” Lutes. The couple has developed a delightful routine in the kitchen, where Lovato often assigns Jutes the task of chopping ingredients while she handles the cooking. As she explained, “He helps me in the kitchen, and we’ll make a night of it where I’ll make him do all the chopping and I’ll do all the rest.”
The pop star revealed that one of her favourite meals to prepare for Jutes is a personalised version of “Marry Me Chicken.” In her cookbook, this dish is rebranded as “Honeymoon Chicken,” a reflection of their affection for each other. Lovato noted that the dish holds a special significance, describing it as “particularly healing” for her. This part of her culinary narrative underscores how food can forge connections and foster emotional wellness.
Lovato and Jutes often indulge in cooking together, making the experience a source of bonding. She fondly appreciates her husband’s willingness to assist, stating, “It’s really special. It’s a nice time to bond, and you get something delicious out of it.” In addition to the honeymoon dish, Lovato teased that Jutes enjoys various other recipes featured in her book, including “Pantry Chili,” “Buddha Bowl,” “Shortcut Green Chilaquiles,” and an irresistible batch of “Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies.”
*One Plate at a Time* goes beyond just being a collection of recipes; it encapsulates Lovato’s culinary journey that commenced around her 30th birthday. After struggling for years with a complicated relationship with food, she aims to present a more joyful and liberated approach to cooking. The cookbook features her “top five” recipes along with over 80 other culinary delights.
According to a press release, Lovato’s work seeks to reach those who have faced challenges surrounding food. She hopes to provide readers with a gentler, more grounded perspective on cooking, free from guilt associated with eating. “This is a cookbook for people who struggle to enjoy food without guilt and for anyone looking for a gentler, more grounded approach to cooking,” the release explained.
Lovato’s affection for Jutes is evident, as she discussed the deepening of their relationship since their wedding. “I genuinely thought on my wedding day, ‘I can’t love this man anymore than I already do.’ And then a few weeks, months go by, and I’m like, ‘Oh, my God, I thought that I was maxed out on love and now I’m maxed out on love,’” she expressed.
Their filmic romance, supported by moments of shared cooking and laughter in the kitchen, exemplifies the heartwarming connection that can be nurtured through simple acts like preparing a meal together. Lovato’s upcoming cookbook is not only a tribute to her husband but also an exploration of her journey toward healing and acceptance through food.
*One Plate at a Time: Recipes for Finding Freedom with Food* will be released to the public on March 31, promising to inspire readers and home cooks alike to rediscover the joy of food and connection in their own lives. With Lovato’s culinary tales and heartfelt recipes, fans can look forward to more than just a cookbook; they are invited into a new chapter of her life that celebrates resilience, love, and the pure pleasure of eating.