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NewAsian Favorites - NEW!CookingYou'll begin by preparing delicious egg rolls stuffed with pork, shrimp and vegetables served with both hot mustard and sweet and sour sauce for dipping. You'll then prepare fried rice using chicken, shrimp, fresh vegetables and the secret sauce. Classic pork chow mein follows served with crispy egg noodles along with chicken egg foo young.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewBeginning Cake Decorating - NEW!CookingYou can do it! It’s fun and easy. Nancy will show you the tricks of the trade and have you decorate lovely cakes and desserts for family and friends in no time at all. Learn how to make borders, flowers, newer cake patterns, clowns, fancy designs and more. *Supply fee ($25) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewBreads: Whole Grain or Gluten Free - NEW!CookingOne of our favorite smells is bread baking in the oven. And it tastes so good with soups, in sandwiches and just with butter and homemade jam. Learn what makes bread rise, the different types of yeasts, how to make a dense white bread (like grandma’s) and then we will make either a whole grain or gluten free bread. Please indicate which bread (whole grain or gluten free) you wish to make when registering. In addition, bring a loaf pan and a hot pad with you. Supply fee ($5) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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Casseroles: Winter Comfort Food - NEW!CookingNewIs it casserole or hot dish? No matter how you say it, the word brings comfort to our bodies as we remember the yummy tastes of those old-fashioned one pot meals. Today most casseroles are made with cans of condensed soup, but in this class you will taste and make these delicious dishes from scratch. And you can betcha you will go home with new recipes to repeat at home. Bring 2 casserole dishes with you to fill with meals to serve later. Supply fee ($20) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewChocolate Truffles, Creamy Caramels (Ages 15+ or Youth 10+ w/Adult)CookingDecadent, smooth, rich chocolates and creamy, melt in your mouth, caramels are a must have for the holiday season or anytime for that matter. This hands on class will teach you how to make simple truffles, filled bon-bons and caramels. Come learn to work with chocolate and caramel, make a sweet gift, or just have fun. Please bring a container and parchment paper to bring your treats home. Supply fee ($10) included in tuition.CE Adult Fall 2019
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PopularClassic Italian Cuisine - NEW!CookingRelish the flavors of Italian heritage starting with fresh garden greens tossed with vine ripe tomatoes, sweet red onion, kalamata olives, pan fried prosciutto and gorgonzola cheese. You'll enjoy "Chicken Parmigiana", succulent breast of chicken lightly breaded, sautéed and baked with prosciutto ham, tomatoes relish and provolone cheese in a robust marinara sauce. To that you'll add "Macaroni Rosa", a wonderful combination of vegetables and pasta in a classic marinara sauce with a splash of cream. You'll finish with "Torta Formaggio", a rich Italian style cheesecake topped with caramel, raspberry and chocolate sauce.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewCookies for Kids & Adults (Ages 6+ w/Adult) - NEW!CookingKids and cookies...what a terrific combination! And nothing is better than making and baking an assortment of yummy chocolate chip cookie variations. You will make 4 fantastic cookie recipes - Almost Mrs. Fields’ Chocolate Chip, Banana Chocolate Chip, Chocolate with White Chips and Toffee Chocolate Chip. Then you will also make and bake Chocolate Mint Cookies, Peanut Butter Cookies, Sugar Drops and Rolled Sugar Thins (w/painted designs). Tips sheet on how to ensure making great cookies every time will be supplied. Bring containers to transport your cookies home to enjoy or freeze. Supply fee ($11) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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Dehydrated Meals for Backpacking or Wilderness Camping - NEW!CookingNewFor those of you who like to hike, camp, canoe or spend time in the wilderness, eating well is essential for your stamina. But it is also important to carry as little weight and take as little space as possible! In this class, the instructor will show you some of the meals she has dehydrated and how to dehydrate your own meals to save you money and get better tasting healthier meals on the trail. Rehydrating is just as important too, so come learn some of the tricks to having tacos, stews, chicken and smoothies in the back country. Supply fee ($4.00) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewFlourless Tortes and Other Gluten Free Desserts - NEW!CookingFlourless tortes do not have wheat flour in them, but not all tortes are gluten free. Do you have a friend that is gluten free or are you avoiding gluten for health reasons? Do you still want dessert? In this class, you will make 2 gluten free desserts to share and wow your next dinner party guests. Nuts and chocolate will be used in these recipes. Please bring a small bowl and a small flat container for bringing home your dessert samples. Recipes will be provided in this hands on class. Supply fee ($18) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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Four Famous CookiesCookingLearn to create the rolled Norwegian cookie, Krumkakes made with cream, butter and cinnamon or sometimes flavored with vanilla. For generations, Minnesotans have purchased their irons to bake krumkakes from local manufacturer Nordic Ware in St. Louis Park. Italian Pizzelles are also baked on top of the stove using an iron but are a flat, anise-flavored cookie or they may also be vanilla flavored. The chewy, almond Swedish Sandbakkelse are delicate golden brown in color and are baked in tiny tins to resemble tarts. Finally, we will master deep fried Rosettes - fragile, paper thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners’ sugar. Expect great recipes plus the many tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! Please bring containers to bring your creations safely home. Supply fee ($13) included in tuition. This class is hands-on.CE Adult Fall 2019
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Holiday Cookies: Mix, Bake and Take (Ages 15+ or Ages 10+ w/ Adult)CookingThe holidays are best with family and friends. Sweet treats, bars and cookies are at every gathering. Be prepared for your next holiday “get-together” with this class and bring a friend for more baking fun. We will mix, bake and decorate 10 different holiday treats completely from scratch using the freshest ingredients such as creamy butter, rich chocolates and nuts. No holiday is complete without the sprinkles, the spices and the peppermint. Treats to be made may include Mrs. Claus’s Sugars, Pepperkaker, Lemon crinkles, Russian Tea Cakes, Fudge, Chocolate Crinkles, and a few other surprises. They are all freezable so you can eat them later in the season if desired. Please bring containers, wax paper and parchment to bring 10 dozen treats home. Pack a lunch to eat. Supply fee ($25) included in tuition.CE Adult Fall 2019
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NewInstant Pot Basics - All in One Pot CookingCookingUse the electric pressure cooker to prepare your entree and a side vegetable at the same time, freeing you up to enjoy a more hands off kitchen experience. In this class we will discuss several methods of all in one cooking while making and eating Turkey and Wild Rice Meatloaf with Sweet Potatoes. Supply fee ($5) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewInstant Pot Basics - Cooking From Frozen - NEW!CookingForgot to thaw the package of meat and it's dinnertime? No worries - the electric pressure cooker to the rescue! In this class we will discuss cooking frozen meats under pressure while you make and eat, Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup. Handout includes tips for how to prepare larger cuts so that they are ready to go direct from freezer to Instant Pot. Supply fee ($5) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewInstant Pot Basics - Pot-in-Pot Cooking - NEW!CookingYou've got an Instant Pot. You may have some staple recipes you make time and again, but are you PiP curious? In this class we will delve into Pot-in-Pot cooking in the electric pressure cooker. From Sous Vide Sausage & Egg Bites, to individual Steel Cut Oatmeal, to the instructor's favorite - Instant Pot New York Style Cheesecake. You will make and eat your way to being comfortable using this terrific kitchen tool. Supply fee ($5) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewIntro to the Instant Pot - NEW!CookingYou've heard about this new kitchen appliance. Maybe you got one as a gift but haven't opened the box. Now is the time! In this introductory class you will get comfortable with your electronic pressure cooker. You will be making and eating appetizers like deviled eggs from Easy Peel Hard Cooked Eggs, Fast Rosemary "Roasted" Potatoes and Cocktail Meatballs. We will talk about the pressure cooker terminology and share ideas for how you can best utilize your Instant Pot in your household meal planning. Supply fee ($5) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewModernization of Traditional Indian Recipes (Ages 15+ or 10+ w/adult) - NEW!CookingFinger Millet (Ragi) is king of millets and packed with iron and calcium. It is very beneficial for the growth of kids and will keep you looking young! Ragi is also a powerhouse of protein, minerals, amino acids and is gluten-free. Its high fiber content helps manage cholesterol, assists in weight loss and more. You will enjoy preparing Welcome Soup, Finger Millet Eggless Cake, and Chia Seed payasam/pudding. Recipes will be provided in this hands on class. Bring apron and containers to take home treats. Supply fee ($20) included in tuition. *Students ages 10-14 may take class with paying adult if working together.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewMore Cake Decorating - NEW!CookingPrerequisite: Beginning Cake DecoratingYou have learned the basics so now you are ready to move on. You will begin with a review of the rose and then create many new flowers, sugar molding, borders and much more! You will also be working with royal icing. *Supply fee ($15) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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NewScones and Biscotti - NEW!CookingHave you ever wondered how to make delicious, fluffy scones or crisp cookie like biscotti? Now you can make them for breakfast, brunch or snack-time! This hands-on class will have you making scones and biscotti from scratch. You will explore traditional flavors of both treats. Then after they are out of the oven, enjoy the fruit of your work with jam and tea or coffee, or take them home to share or freeze. All ingredients will be provided, just bring an apron, and a container to bring your treats home in. Supply fee ($18) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
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Traditional Southern Cooking - NEW!CookingNewBeginning in the 1690's, food in the U.S. deep south was heavily influenced by early settlers from France, Germany and Spain. People from Senegal, Africa, then Cuban refugees and Cajuns from Nova Scotia also contributed to the medley of flavors. Join us in creating a memorable meal to include: Crab Dip, traditional Cheese Straws, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Red Beans and Rice, Buttermilk Biscuits, Cheese Grits, Pecan Praline candy and traditional Bread Pudding with Bourban Sauce. Supply fee ($15) included in tuition.CE Adult Winter 2020
