Garden Goodness (Session A)

Description

Summer gardens overflow with vibrant, flavorful fruits and vegetables. This hands-on series for students ages 10 to 13 teaches basic cooking skills using fresh seasonal ingredients. Activities include reading recipes, organizing and measuring ingredients, following kitchen safety, mixing a batter, making mayonnaise, making jam, whisking, using a food processor, and simple pan-cooking. Monday - "Spice Up Summer" Young chefs will safely sharpen their knife skills as they learn and practice Julienne, Supreme, and Dice cuts. They'll prepare zesty Jicama & Orange Salad, a Roux-thickened Cheese Sauce for Mac, Chili & Cheese, and Cinnamon Poached Pineapple. Taste buds will shout "Ole!" Tuesday - "Preserve Summer" Quick seasonal canning captures garden produce at its flavorful peak for year-round enjoyment. Students will prepare Peach & Honey Jam, and Garlicky Pickled Wax Beans, plus a delicious pan of sweet, moist Cornbread. Wednesday - "Savor Summer" Young chefs will give classic recipes their individual creative touch while preparing Heirloom Cherry Tomato Crostini, Herb-poached Chicken Salad, and Iced Carrot Cake. They'll improvise with different herbs, nuts & dried fruits to create their own memorable meal. Thursday - "Stir Up Summer Fun" Our young chefs will celebrate their new skills with a Graduation Ceremony. Parents and siblings are invited to join us for a light lunch featuring Vegetable Spring Rolls, Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry, Wonton Soup and Chilled Lime Mousse. All classes are Hands-on, with a Student/Teacher Ratio of 4:1. Minimum of 8, Maximum of 12. Register today at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/garden-goodness-session-a-tickets-11603316833?aff=es2