Classes for Adults
Deep-Fried Paradise
Learn the proper tips and techniques to make great fried foods. When expertly executed, fried foods have just a bit more fat than other types of cooking—it’s simply a matter of having the oil at the right temperature. Menu: Tempura Vegetables and Dipping Sauce • Egg Rolls • Fish and Chips • Deep-Fried Macaroni and Cheese • State Fair Corn Dogs • Deep-Fried Snickers Bar • Deep-Fried Twinkie. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1304.210 W, 9/29 7-10 p.m.
Atlantic Seafood Specialties
Menu: Sweet and Sour Ginger Salmon • Garlic- and Herb-Crusted Oven-Baked Cod • Shrimp • Scallops. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1305.210 Th, 9/30 7-10 p.m.
New! How to Cover a Cake in Fondant (ages 15-adult)
Learn how to cover a round and square cake in fondant with Pastry Chef Megan Ferrey. We will practice covering Styrofoam cake dummies. All supplies are covered in the materials fee. Instructor: Pastry Chef Megan Ferrey.
1 lesson @ 2.5 hrs, $44/$30 McLean district residents Materials fee: $25, make check payable to Megan Ferrey. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.
1402.210 M, 10/4 7–9:30 p.m.
Knife Skills Workshop
Techniques include: boning a chicken; dicing onions, carrots and other vegetables; pasting garlic; and cutting fruit. Knife selection, sharpening and care also will be covered. Bring your own knives or use ours. A light meal will be served. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1251.210 M, 10/18 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
1252.210 M, 10/18 7-10 p.m.
Quick and Easy Fall Suppers
Liven up your menus with these easy to prepare dishes: Caramelized Scallops with Red Pepper Coulis and Basmati Rice • Sauteed Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Garlic Glaze and Heavenly Mashed Potatoes • Thai Coconut Shrimp Curry with Somen Noodles • Beef Medallions with Pepper-Vodka Sauce and Walnut Fettuccini • Mozzarella and Basil Chicken Roulade with Lemon Sauce and Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Polenta • Orange and Ginger Crisps. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1253.210 Tu, 10/19 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
1254.210 Tu, 10/19 7-10 p.m.
Fall Grilling
German Bratwurst Patties with Smoked Apple Mayonnaise and Red Cabbage Slaw • Grilled Brined Chicken with Cranberry Catsup and Orange Whipped Potatoes • Apple Wood-Smoked Trout with Grilled Mushroom Kebabs and Port Wine Glaze • Big Beef Sandwich with Caramelized Onions and Wisconsin Cheddar • BBQ Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potato Cakes • Grilled Monkfish Medallions with Creamy Lemon Pasta • Grilled Bananas with Chocolate Sauce. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $97/$72 McLean district residents.
1255.210 W, 10/20 7-10 p.m.
Three 30-Minute Meals
This class covers the most essential skills for any home cook: key kitchen tools, food presentation, menu planning and ingredient substitution. Menu 1: The Perfect Burger • Caesar Salad. Menu 2: Grilled Meat Lover’s Pizza • Caprese Salad. Menu 3: Smoked Trout Spread • Spinach and Cheddar Cheese-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms • Coconut Macaroons. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
3 lessons @ 3 hrs., $243/$180 McLean district residents.
1306.210 M-W, 10/25-10/27 7-10 p.m.
New! How to Boil Water (Chef’s Favorite!)
The scenario: two days, 15+ recipes. The goal: to make you confident in the kitchen. This intensive, three-day class will benefit both the beginner and the accomplished cook. It delivers both the “how” and the “why” as well as giving you a chance to get your hands in the mix.
Day One: Chicken Stock, Dressings, Homemade Pasta • Macaroni and Cheese • Pasta Salad with Shrimp and Pesto • Linguine with Olive Oil, Garlic and Herbs. Day two: Pumpkin Bread • Drop Biscuit Scone Muffins • Chocolate Chip Cookies • Lemon Tart • Omelets • Frittata • Garlic Mashed Potatoes • Roasted New Potatoes • Lemon Rice Pilaf • Steamed Broccoli, Sautéed Green Beans • Wok Vegetables. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
2 lessons @ 3 hrs., $162/$120 McLean district residents.
1307.210 M-W, 11/1-11/2 7-10 p.m.
Thanksgiving Dinner
Take the fear out of hosting a Thanksgiving celebration with plenty of do-ahead tips. Prepare: Maple-Glazed Roast Turkey Breast with Classic Gravy • Sourdough and Herb Stuffing • Heavenly Mashed Potatoes • Sweet Potatoes with Candied Pecans • Creamed Onions with Peas • Cranberry Sauce • Cream Biscuits • Sweet Potato Tart with Cinnamon Crème Chantilly. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1256.210 Su, 11/7 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Sushi at Home
Enjoy an evening of making and eating sushi plus: Miso Soup with Shrimp and Peas • Shari Rice • Spicy Tuna Roll • California Rolls • Salmon and Cucumber Roll • Shiitake Mushroom Roll and more! Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $97/$72 McLean district residents.
1257.210 M, 11/8 7-10 p.m.
Fish and Seafood
Marinating, grilling and other cooking techniques will be covered, plus preparing fish stock. Taste: Red Snapper with Saffron Cream Sauce • Fish en Papillote • Scallops with Black Bean and Scallion Sauce • Salmon with Red Wine Mushroom Sauce • Oven-Poached Fish with Ginger and Rice Wine • Oven-Baked Shrimp Toast • Mahi Mahi Tacos with Fruit Salsa • Stout-Steamed Mussels with Roasted Garlic Breadsticks • Sesame Ginger Cookies. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $97/$72 McLean district residents.
1258.210 Tu, 11/9 7-10 p.m.
Holiday Hors D’oeuvres
Surprise and delight your guests with these delicious hors d’oeuvres: Turkey and Sun-Dried Tomato Springrolls with Roasted Shallot Tapenade • Thai Chicken Sausage Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce • Smoked Salmon and Jarlsberg Quesadillas • Grape and Brie Phyllo Cups • Chicken, Shiitake Mushroom and Wisconsin Cheddar Strudel with Roasted Red Pepper Dip • Twice-Baked Mini-Potatoes with Smoked Gouda • Cool Herbed Chicken Meatballs with Fresh Tomato, Garlic and Yogurt Sauce • Open-Faced Crispy Wontons with Tarragon Mushrooms • Mediterranean Bean Pate with Homemade Crisp Flatbread. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1259.210 W, 11/10 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
1260.210 W, 11/10 7-10 p.m.
Warming Autumn Soups
On a cool autumn day, there’s nothing more soothing than a pot of steaming soup simmering on the stove. And there’s no better season for giving soups a starring role. Menu: Butternut Squash and Apple Soup • Cheddar-Cauliflower Soup • Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup • Wild Mushroom Soup • Potato-Leek Soup • Cheddar Biscuits • Apple Crisp. Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1308.210 M, 11/15 7–10 p.m.
Clean, Simple, Healthy Cooking
With an emphasis on reduced or non-fat sauces, coulis (vegetable or fruit purees) dishes with lower fat proteins, and using spices, herbs and marinades for flavor, this class will help you boost flavor and make your daily diet “Clean, Simple, and Healthy.” Instructor: Chef John Bauhs.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1309.210 W, 11/16 7–10 p.m.
New! Classical French Desserts (ages 15-adult)
Learn how to make pate choux, which we will use to make eclairs, cream puffs, and paris-brest and swans. Learn how to work with ready-made puff pastry to make Apricot Jalousie, Palmiers and Vol-au-Vent filled with fresh seasonal fruit. We also will learn to make a fresh Raspberry Coulis and Chocolate Ganache. You’ll go home with dessert for four or more! Instructor: Pastry Chef Megan Ferrey.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $57/$48 McLean district residents Material fee: $25, make check payable to Megan Ferrey. Fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.
1403.210 W, 11/17 7–10 p.m.
Risotto
Learn the method for making restaurant-quality risotto at home. Chef Joel will give you tips on preparing risotto ahead of time plus what to do with leftover risotto. Wild Mushroom Risotto • Risotto with Scallops and Shrimp • Risotto with Sausage and Peppers • Risotto with Spinach, Pine Nuts and Feta • Risotto Patties with Meatballs and Fresh Tomato Sauce • Pear and Brie Risotto • Chocolate Risotto. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1261.210 M, 12/13 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
1262.210 M, 12/13 7–10 p.m.
Scones
Learn the basics of scones while making and baking a variety of scones that you get to take home! Chocolate Scones • Apricot Scones • Wisconsin Cheddar and Herb Scones • Cranberry and Almond Scones • Whole Wheat Buttermilk Scones. Instructor: Chef Joel Olson.
1 lesson @ 3 hrs., $81/$60 McLean district residents.
1263.210 W, 12/8 7–10 p.m.
1264.210 Th, 12/9 10 a.m.–1 p.m.