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All classes are Hands-on.

For general class info, see cooking school.

To enroll & for more information, contact beth@cookingbydesign.com.

September 2007
Girls Grilling 101
Wednesday
19th
6:30p		 This is girls night out! Step up and show your other half that you can grill too in a hands-on class all about the basic techniques of grilling.
  • Rosemary Grilled NY Strip
  • A Smoky Eggplant Relish
  • Grilled Corn in Husks with a Chipotle Lime Butter
  • Grilled Peaches with a Ginger Mint Cream
Minute Meals
Wednesday
26th
6:30p		 Ready to make headway on those busy evenings where nothing is in the pantry and you don’t want to spend a lot of time at the grocery or in the kitchen This class with discuss pantry staples and the minute meal concept demonstrating that it can be done!!!!
  • Roasted Salmon w/ Herbs and Lemon
  • A Salad of Couscous with Fresh Spinach and Mint
  • Sweet Sugar Snap Peas with a Drizzle of Olive Oil
  • Fruit and Cheese Platter with Toasted Nuts and Honey
October
Italy’s Tuscany
Wednesday
3rd
6:30p		 Take a food journey through one of Italy’s most famed regions where you will learn first hand the flavors and scents of Tuscany.
  • Panzanella (cold bread salad)
  • Fettuccini with Sautéed Mushrooms and Truffle Oil
  • Rosemary and Garlic Pork Tenderloin
  • Zabaione con Bacche (Wine Cream w/Berries)
Sushi 101
Wednesday
10th
6:30p		 This class will introduce you to the age-old technique of rolling sushi, new flavors and the sushi pantry.
  • Miso Soup
  • Cucumber Maki Sushi
  • Spicy Tuna Temaki
  • Inside-Out California Roll
Cater Your Own Cocktail Party
Wednesday
17th
6:30p		 Learn the in’s and out’s of the catered affair while implementing simple techniques for this years Wow party of the season!
  • The Cocktail: The Perfect Cosmopolitan
  • Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Romesco
  • Goat Cheese Herbed and Spiced Truffles
  • Seared Beef Tenderloin Bites on Rosemary Skewers
  • Double Mint Chocolate Brownie Bites with a Chocolate Drizzle
Ultimate Luncheon
Wednesday
24th
6:30p		 Whether a luncheon for 2 or 20 this is your inside track to finding out those helpful hints to having an simple, elegant and delicious party that will be unforgettable.
  • A Truffled Potato Omelet
  • Mussels in a White Wine Saffron Cream Sauce
  • Salad with a Goat Cheese and Tomato Tapenade Toast
  • Chocolate Fallen Soufflé Cake with Whipped Cream
November
Autumn Comfort Foods
Wednesday
7th
6:30p		 Outside it’s cooling down and inside it’s heating up with hearty and delicious foods created especially by you.
  • Pizzas with Winter Squash and Smoked Bacon
  • Harvest Fruit Salad with Sweet and Salty Pecans
  • Chocolate Pots de Crème
A Simple Thanksgiving Dinner
Wednesday
14th
6:30p		 Keep Thanksgiving dinner simple and easy with this holiday class full of tip saving ideas and tasty meal ideas.
  • Fall Herbed and Spice Brined Turkey Breast
  • A Melody of Smashed Chive Potatoes and Sage Scented Sweet Potatoes
  • Roasted Asparagus with Shaved Parmesan and Olive Oil
  • Miniature Pecan Bourbon Tartlet’s
Ultimate Holiday Entertaining
Wednesday
28th
6:30p		 Great food, the best of friends, and creative presentation make up the party of the season. It’s your turn to get creative and get your hands working for the ultimate evening of fun!
  • Teriyaki Salmon Skewers with Black Sesame Seeds and a Teriyaki Dipping Sauce
  • Pieces of Parmesan Reggiano Drizzled with Truffle Oil
  • A Winter Crudité with Green Goddess and Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
  • Miniature Ham Sandwiches with Apricot Mustard and Greens
December
An Evening in Paris
Wednesday
5th
6:30p		 French food made easy to entice your senses in casual style for any day.
  • Rosemary Cashews
  • Endive, Pear & Roquefort Salad
  • Baby Lamb Chops Persillade
  • Chocolate Orange Mouse
Christmas Cocktail Party
Wednesday
12th
6:30p		 Learn how to entertain for the holidays with ease and simplicity while sipping on a festive cocktail making an appetizer perfect for the Christmas Cocktail Party.
  • Miniature Meatballs in a Saffron Parsley Sauce
  • Whipped Cream Cheese and Goat Cheese Terrine with Rosemary, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Roasted Garlic Olive Oil
  • Parmesan Toasts
  • Smoked Salmon Sushi
Christmas Dinner Made Simple
Thursday
13th
6:30p		 Traditional flavors, simple recipes and techniques create a fabulous Christmas dinner to remember.
  • Maple Glazed Ham with Spices
  • Sour Cream and Butter Whipped Potatoes
  • Tender Green Beans with Butter Toasted Almonds
  • Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes