| In this class you will learn knife skills, how to measure properly, tips, hints and advice from the WAY-COOL chefs to help you get started and give you confidence in the kitchen. |
| Jan 16 |
Breads and Pizza |
Menu: Bagels, Pizza, Basic White Bread |
| What’s up with yeast! Yeast dough’s are not scary to work with once you learn the basics. You don’t need a fancy bread maker you already own the two best tools in the kitchen for making yeast dough, your hands! |
| Jan 23 |
Soups, Stocks and Sauces |
Menu: Tomato Soup, Pesto, Cheese Sauce |
| Soup is souper simple once you learn a few tricks. Broth is the base for both soups and sauces the rest is just adding vegetables pasta or rice, once you learn it, it’s so nice! |
| Jan 30 |
Poultry and Pork |
Menu: Roasted Chix, Pork Chops, Turkey Burgers |
| Poultry and pork are the most popular meats on dinner! In this class we will talk about the six basic techniques for cooking meat; grilling, sautéing, braising, roasting, poaching and frying |
| Feb 6 |
Fish and Shellfish |
Menu: Salmon Cakes, Shrimp Scampi, Fish Tacos |
| It’s time to face your fish fears! There is no reason to be intimidated by a fish! Fish is quick and easy to cook and it’s good for you! We will reel in your fears and show you just how easy cooking with seafood can be. |
| Feb 13 |
Beef |
Menu: Meatball Mania, Steak, Hotdish |
| Holy cow there is a lot to learn about beef! With so many different cuts, what’s the right one to buy? We will take a fieldtrip to the meat dept at Kowalski’s and talk to the butchers about all the different cuts of beef. Then we will head back to the WAY-COOL kitchens and cook up some family favorites. |
| Feb-20 |
Pies and Tarts |
Menu: Pie Crust, French Silk Pie, Fruit Tart |
| Pie and tart dough can be tricky but once you learn how it should feel and a few simple tricks, you’re on your way to creating one of life’s most delicious desserts. |
| Feb 27 |
Cakes, Batters, and Custards |
Menu: Birthday Cake, Crème Brulee, Crepes |
| Baking is a science and an art form. If you love to bake or have always wanted to learn, join us as we crate a little lovin from our ovens! |
| Mar 6 |
Eggs, Cheese, Pasta and Rice |
Menu: Fritata, Lasagna Roll-up, Risotto |
| If you were stranded on an island and only had four ingredients to cook with, these are the ones you would want to take with you! They are staples in every house and with them many meals are within your reach! |
| Mar 13 |
Vegetables, Fruits and Salads |
Menu: Roasting, Grilling, Steaming Veggies, Dressing |
| Warm up the appetite with delicious first-course salads, sensational sides that are crunchy, tangy, sweet, and savory. You learn the basic methods for a great first-course salad and side, bursting with diverse flavors and textures. |
| Mar 20 |
Bars and Cookies |
Menu: Lemon Bars, Crispy Carmel Bars, Cookies |
| What makes the cookie crumble? The WAY-COOL chefs will share their secrets to successful cookies and bars in this delicious class. |
| Mar 27 |
Appetizers |
Menu: Chicken Satay, California Rolls, Taco Dip |
| From easy finger foods to fancy hors d'oeuvres, we will teach you some of our favorite appetizer recipes that are sure to become favorites for parties at home and potlucks with friends. |
