Joan Lunden's Brown Rice and Asparagus Stir-Fry

— -- Former "Good Morning America" co-host Joan Lunden is one of the most well-known working mothers in America.

Her top priority has been to make sure that her children grow up happy and healthy, and her new book, co-written with Dr. Myron Winick, gives readers strategies and tips to do just that.

It features recipes that she says will boost a child's brainpower, help them to grow strong, and protect them from disease.

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons canola oil

2 cups asparagus trimmed and cut in thirds

1 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced

½ cup onions, chopped

½ cup celery, thinly sliced

2 cups cooked brown rice

2 tablespoons light soy sauce

Directions:

In a large frying pan or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus, mushrooms, onions and celery. Cook, stirring for 5 minutes. Add the cooked brown rice (cook according to package directions) and soy sauce. Cook stirring for 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Joan's Tip: For some added protein, mix in lean meat such as chicken or pork.