Chicken Recipes Made Easy

Code: W12-210
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Tina Harkin, Caterer (The Pleasing Plate), attended the Culinary School of Casa Ombuto in Poppi, Italy.
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: May 7
Fees: $29 plus $12 cash material fee payable to the instructor
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Tired of the same chicken reci-pes week after week? Let’s add a few more recipes to your reper-toire. In this class, you will learn how to prepare Chicken Marsala, Chicken Piccata, and Chicken Parmigiana.

The Complete Italian Meal

Code: W12-211
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Tina Harkin
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 12
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

This class will give you a hands-on approach to the techniques in preparing fine Italian dishes. The instructor will guide you through the preparation of the traditional dishes of a complete Italian meal. You will learn how to prepare all the courses: Antipasto, Primi, Secondi, Contorni and Dolci.

Seasonal Fruit Pies

Code: W12-258
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Tina Harkin
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Apr 2
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Are you afraid of making a pie crust? Learn to make an easy flaky crust and create seasonal pies and crostada’s without fear.

Homemade Bread

Code: W12-214
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Tina Harkin
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Apr 9
Fees: $29 plus $12 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

In this class, you will learn how to make ciabatta bread and flaky buttermilk biscuits...it is easier than you think.

New! Lasagna

Code: W12-229
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Tina Harkin
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Apr 23
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Learn the art of making lasagna bolognese, pesto lasagna and vegetable lasagna. All made with home-made pasta sheets.

Cooking Basics

Code: W12-236
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Chef Colby Rottler, private chef and honor graduate of Johnson & Wales University Culinary Arts Program.
Day/Time: T • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Feb 14
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

This class will demonstrate different cooking techniques. Learn how to use herbs and spices. Knife skills will be practiced. Prepare appetizers through desserts. There will be all new recipes to define techniques, methods and tastes for the participants. Bring containers to take home what you have prepared.

Comfort Food

Code: W12-256
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Chef Colby Rottler
Day/Time: T • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Feb 28
Fees: $29 plus $15 material fee
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Through participation and demonstration, you will learn to cook several different comfort foods, including meatloaf, stuffed peppers, chicken nuggets, baked macaroni, chocolate truffles, soups, appetizers, grilled vegetables and more. Enjoy what you prepare. There will be all new recipes to define techniques, methods and tastes for the participants.

New! Beyond Chicken Soup

Code: W12-237
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Chef Colby Rottler
Day/Time: T • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Jan 31
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

You will learn to create soups using seasonal vegetables and use meats, poultry and fish. Learn to use herbs and spices to add to the flavor of the soups. Demonstrate and create: Italian Wedding Soup, Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Tomato Basil Soup, Hearty Fish Soup and Spicy Corn Chowder. Each class will be the Chefs selection of a new and exciting soup, made in a low calorie method with suggestions for sides and presentation.

Healthy Cooking

Code: W12-255
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Chef Colby Rottler
Day/Time: T • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 20
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

This cooking class will introduce the participants to a low calorie, healthy way to cook. The class will demonstrate cooking methods using local ingredients along with herbs and spices to add great flavors. You will prepare appetizers, salads, soup, entrees, along with vegetables and a starch. The meal will finish with a low calorie great tasting dessert. Discussion will be on how to lower calories and retain taste in recipes. There will be all new recipes to define techniques, methods and tastes for the participants. Bring containers to take home great food you have prepared.

Appetizers

Code: W12-238
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Chef Colby Rottler
Day/Time: T • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 6
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Prepare delicious stuffed mush-rooms, herb chicken, panko coated chicken, mussels in a cheese sauce, honey-glazed salmon, grilled vegetables and other appetizers to kick up a party. Enjoy what you prepare. There will be all new recipes to define techniques, methods and tastes for the participants. Bring containers to take home great food you have prepared.

New! Italian Cookies & Pie

Code: W12-235
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Phillip Caramello, Pastry Chef and owner of Rollin Dough.
Day/Time: W • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Feb 8
Fees: $29 plus $10 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

In this class, you will learn to make Italian style cookies, including Anise, Nutrella, as well as Ricotta Pie.

Delicious Cakes

Code: W12-222
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Phillip Caramello, Pastry Chef and owner of Rollin Dough.
Day/Time: W • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 14
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Ever wanted to impress people with homemade cakes that look like they are straight from a bakery? In this course, you will learn to make a Tiramisu and a Lemon Cream Cake.

French Pastries

Code: W12-250
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Phillip Caramello, Pastry Chef and owner of Rollin Dough.
Day/Time: W • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Jan 25
Fees: $29 plus $12 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Creams, curds, and fillings. In this class, you will utilize classic French pastry techniques. Emphasis will be on making pastry cream and lemon curd, which will provide the filling for sweet dough shells. Upon completion, you will be able to make stunning fresh fruit and tangy lemon tarts.

New! Yummy Cupcakes

Code: W12-251
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Phillip Caramello
Day/Time: W • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Feb 29
Fees: $29 plus $10 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Not just cupcakes. Learn different fillings and frosting ideas for your cupcakes. Enjoy the yummy cupcakes you bake. Leave with the recipes so you are prepared to make treats for your friends and family.

New! Sweets for Your Sweetie

Code: W12-239
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski, pastry chef with over 20 years’ ex-perience and owner of Delicious Endeavors.
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Feb 15
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Learn how to make molded chocolate, candies and chocolate dessert to top off your Valentines Day. Please bring containers to take home your creations.

Cooking for 1 or 2

Code: W12-231
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 12
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to instructor
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

This class will teach you ways to prepare meals for smaller households while staying on a budget. Learn how to create easy meals for one or two that can easily be converted to feed more. Class will cover the use of various proteins as well as complementary side dishes.

Introduction to Cake Decorating

Code: W12-240
Price: $59.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Mar 19 and 26
Fees: $59 plus $10 cash material fee payable to instructor
Number of Class Meetings: 2

Course Description:

Learn how to use various piping tips to create an elegantly decorated cake. Finish coating, borders, and writing are just a few of the topics covered. Basic tips kit and piping bag required for the class. Students will bring in two 9” cakes for the last night of class.

New! Advanced Piping Skills for Cake Decorating

Code: W12-242
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Apr 30
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to instructor
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Learn how to pipe roses, leaves, sweet peas and other flowers. A continuation to the introduction to cake decorating class, this advanced class will help you to advance your skills to the next level.

New! Easter Breads

Code: W12-257
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski
Day/Time: W • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: Apr 4
Fees: $29 plus $15 cash material fee payable to instructor
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Learn how to make hot-crossed buns and braided loaves, perfect to accompany your Easter Holiday meal.

New! Baking 101

Code: W12-230
Price: $29.00

Instructor: Joyce Krystofolski
Day/Time: M • 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: May 14
Fees: $29 plus $10 cash material fee payable to the instructor.
Number of Class Meetings: 1

Course Description:

Hate to bake because it never seems to come out right? This class will teach you the basics of baking. Topics include how baking is a different form of cooking, review of basic baking ingredients and how they work, as well as baking various bakery items such as cookies, quick breads and cake.

"Great course. Joyce (Krystofolski) is a great teacher. Very animated. Makes the class interesting. Enjoyed the class." — Richard Menkello