2013 Cooking Classes

I can't believe the new year is almost upon us. Time certainly does fly. I am offering the following classes:

The Art of Cooking Classes:

Celebrating Life through Food and Friends – Winter/Spring 2013

What is a great way to start off the New Year? Why learning something new to cook of course!

I hope that you can join me. Bon Appetit!

January 14 6:30-9:00pm

Pork, the Other White Meat – For some reason people find pork very intimidating to cook. I have four wonderful recipes to ease your way into cooking pork every day or for a special occasion.

Pork Pie in a Cast Iron Pan

Garlic Roast Pork with Ale Gravy

Pork Medallions in Mushroom Marsala Sauce

Cuban Pork Tenderloin with Orange and Chipotle Sauce

January 28 6:30-9:00pm

Anytime Cocktail Party – This class last year had so much interest, I had to do it twice. Whether you are entertaining in your home or bringing something to a party it is always nice to have a few nibbles in your recipe repertoire. Most of these can be assembled prior to your guests arriving so you are ready to go, with drink in hand. $65 per person

Mini Blue Cheese Popovers

Baked Ham Sandwiches

Grown – Up Pigs in a Blanket

Black Bean and Goat Cheese Dip

Phyllo Mushroom Bundles

Clam and Cheese Bites

Champagne with St. Germain

Salted Caramel Martini

February 11 6:30pm-8:00pm

Valentines Dinner for Two – There is nothing quite as romantic as making dinner for that special someone in your life. Even better? Cooking it together. Also, a lot of aphrodisiacs in this meal which isn’t a bad thing! This is one of my sweethearts favorite indulgent meals.

Appetizer – Shrimp with Remoulade Sauce

Entrée – Filet Mignon coated with Peppercorns and Blue Cheese Cream Sauce

Tartiflette (French potatoes with bacon and cheese)

Shaved Asparagus Salad

Dessert – Nutella and Frangelico Truffles

February 25 6:30pm-8:00pm

Meals in Under an Hour – After working all day sometimes the last thing you want to do is cook. I will share so simple, quick, satisfying main dishes that with the salad, makes a meal.

Patty Melts

Eggplant Rolantini

Pan Seared Tuna Steak with Sesame Seeds and Wasabi Cream

Grilled Skirt Steak with Herb Salsa Verde

Tuscan Kale Salad with Chilies and Pecorino Romano Cheese

March 11 6:30-8:00pm

Brunch! – I have found that serving brunch is a wonderful alternative to throwing a dinner party. I will share with you some exceptional recipes to serve for Easter, Mother’s Day or any other time you feel like having brunch.

Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Raspberries

Mini Frittatas

White and Sweet Potato Hash with Thyme

Spinach and Cheese Strata

Breakfast Sausage

Bloody Ceasars

Mimosas (with a twist)

March 25 6:30-9:00pm

Noodles, Noodles, Noodles – There is something so satisfying about pasta. I can eat it hot, cold, Italian, Oriental, it doesn’t matter to me. I will share with you 2 cold noodle salads and 3 hot noodle dishes that my family love.

Ziti with Vodka Cream Sauce

Sesame Noodle Salad

The Best Macaroni Salad EVER

Fusilli with Lemon Cream Sauce and Arugula

Shrimp Scampi

Interested in a class (or two or three)? Email me at JeriMcD4@yahoo.com or call me at 413.627.2648. Class size is limited. Please include which class(es) you would like to attend.

Bon Appetit and Happy Holidays!!