Cooking at home offers a number of benefits, whether you're whipping up a meal for yourself or the whole family. Because you control what ingredients go in, you can keep a lid on fat and calories and serve up a lot more fiber, vegetables and other healthy ingredients. You'll also save cash because takeout and delivery can get pretty pricey. Finally, if you're eating with others, you'll find the ritual of preparing and sitting down for a meal with the whole family can help strengthen your relationships.

So, your next objective is to make at least half of your dinners each week for the next two weeks at home in your own kitchen. Of course, you don't have to start from scratch to make a nutritious meal. Read Home Cooking Made Easy for shortcuts that can save you precious time. And check out The Healthy Kitchen for the tools and ingredients that can make getting a home-cooked meal on the table a lot easier.