WBLAS Community Services & Recreation

Transform your kitchen into a seafood haven with the convenience of an air fryer! In this live online class Kirsten will use air fryers to demonstrate Glazed Salmon 3 Ways, Gnocchi with Shrimp and Tomatoes, Mini Tuna Casseroles, and more! You'll also explore creative sauces that complement your seafood creations perfectly. Handout includes additional recipes for inspiration, and class will be recorded so you can watch again at your convenience. Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, contact the Community Services & Rec Office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: Michelle.Hubbard@isd624.org Phone: (651) 653-3121

Using an Air Fryer to cook vegetables is quick—and the healthy results are delicious! In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including Lemon Pepper Broccoli, Miso Sesame Kale Chips, and Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards so you can cook along at your convenience. Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, contact the Community Services & Rec Office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: Michelle.Hubbard@isd624.org Phone: (651) 653-3121

Join us for a delightful biscotti-making workshop where you'll learn to create over 10 varieties of these crunchy Italian cookies, packed with ingredients like almonds, pistachio nuts, dried fruits, and cinnamon. Perfectly complementing coffee and tea, these treats can be enjoyed plain or drizzled with chocolate. You'll not only get to taste each flavor but also take home approximately 1-2 dozen biscotti to share with family and friends! NOTE A $13 materials/food fee due to the instructor at class. Please bring containers to bring home biscotti

An infamous Korean one-bowl dish, it consists of rice topped with sautéed vegetables, chili paste, and protein, usually beef, topped with a fried egg. We'll go vegetarian-style, using mushrooms in bulgogi. Explore Korean flavors like Gochugaru and Gochujang, the significance of cooking in Korean culture, and plant-based diets.

Need new make-ahead breakfast recipes to start your day in a healthy way? Join Kirsten live online from her kitchen where she’ll demonstrate Air Fryer Poached Eggs, Instant Pot Steel-cut Oats, Chimichanga Breakfast Burritos, Overnight Breakfast Grain Bowls, Egg Bites 3 Ways, and more! Additional make ahead breakfast recipes included in the handout, and class is recorded so you can re-watch at your convenience. Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, contact the Community Services & Rec Office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: Michelle.Hubbard@isd624.org Phone: (651) 653-3121

Healthy, flavorful Buddha bowls are traditionally one-dish meals consisting of grain, colorful vegetables, protein, and various sauces and garnishes. For our Buddha bowl, make the most addictive tofu with a sweet Asian marinade and a spicy Sriracha mayo on top. This gluten- free, vegetarian dish is versatile enough to adapt to any dietary restriction or preference. Discover how good plant-based foods can be!

French macarons are delicate and colorful confections. They are crisp on the outside and chewy in the middle, and they pair well with tea. They are perfect for holiday gifts. Using the French technique, you can learn to bake light and airy meringue-based macaron shells. While the shells are setting, you can prepare the fillings. As you assemble the macarons, we’ll discuss how to store them so your hard work can be enjoyed well after they are made. NOTE Bring container to bring macarons home in. Students age 15+ may attend with a registered adult.

Are you a Domino’s® Pizza fan? Have you ever wondered if you could make this deliciousness at home? Register for this class and join Chef Tess as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating her Copycat versions of Domino’s® Pizza, Pizza Sauce, and Chicken Carbonara! Pizza-shop mastery creations that almost guarantee that take-out pizza and sides will be a thing of the past! Experience the rave reviews from previous participants of her pizza classes yourself as you learn how to make your own pizzas with her step-by-step instruction and guidance. Pizzas can be personalized with toppings of choice. On the Menu: The instructors Copycat versions of Domino’s® Pizza, Pizza Sauce, and Chicken Carbonara. Yes! We will be making the dough, the sauce, and Chicken Carbonara from scratch! All recipes have been created by the instructor, and tested time and time again over the years, to ensure maximum flavor and ease. Choose which ones you would like to make and watch a demonstration of the others or if you feel up to it, make them all! You will feel like a pro after this class and be confident enough to create all of this deliciousness time and time again. Equipment needs: Pizza pans with or without holes are highly recommended for the pizza. A pizza-stone is a “nice-to-have” but not needed. A stand mixer is highly recommended to make the dough. More info will be included with the ingredient list. CHEF'S NOTES: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!

No need to look any further for restaurant quality Dim Sum than your own kitchen! Dim Sum, loosely translated to “touch the heart”, refers to a Chinese or Cantonese meal consisting of numerous small appetizers or finger foods traditionally enjoyed in restaurants. A dim sum meal therefore is considered a shared dining, social experience that can last for hours. Dim Sum meals often include some sort of dumpling, and two of the most popular dumpling options are open faced drum dumplings called “Shu Mai” and other dumplings called “Wontons”. Join Chef Tess for one of her newest classes where she will guide you in the step-by-step process of creating these delightful restaurant quality Dim Sum dumplings with two different meat and veggie fillings, and store bought wrappers. Learn to shape, fill and cook these tender, light, fluttery bites of deliciousness in your own home for a memorable dim sum get together. Serving, freezing and reheating tips will also be shared. CHEF'S NOTES: Equipment: A bamboo steamer is a “nice to have”, but not necessary. The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!

Explore the delicious flavors and techniques of authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine in this class with instructor Mimi Selam. With approachable techniques you can replicate at home, you’ll learn to cook dishes with a variety of fresh ingredients and flavors, from light and mild to sizzling plates packed with exotic spices. Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine is also famous for flavorful vegetarian dishes that can be enjoyed by meat-eaters and vegetarians alike! Both vegetarian and meat-based recipes will be available at class. NOTE: There is a $20 materials/food fee due to the instructor at class. Be sure to bring containers to class to take home leftovers

Bring the family together around the dinner table with quick and satisfying meals. Perfect for busy nights, these dishes are packed with flavor and made with simple, everyday ingredients. In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate Creamy Taco Soup in a pressure cooker, Turkey stuffed Peppers or Vegetable Lasagna in an air fryer, and more! Handout will include additional recipes for inspiration, and class will be recorded so you can re-watch at your convenience. Join Kirsten and unlock the secrets to creating fast family meals that are as quick to prepare as they are to disappear from the plate! Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, contact the Community Services & Rec Office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: Michelle.Hubbard@isd624.org Phone: (651) 653-3121

Join us for a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana, where the flavors are bold and tasty. In this cooking class, we'll explore the classic dishes featuring creamy grits, succulent shrimp, and crumbly cornbread. Your instructor chef Mimi will guide you the step by step techniques in one class. Bring your to-go containers as you will have some leftovers to share with your family. NOTES A $20 cash supply fee due at class.

In this cooking class, you'll explore a variety of hearty, veggie-packed dishes perfect for diversifying your meals and reducing your meat intake. You'll learn how to prepare delicious risotto with porcini mushrooms, tofu stroganoff, a flavorful garbanzo bean and lentil soup, black-eyed peas with cabbage and cheese, chili with kidney beans and bulgur wheat, a refreshing quinoa salad with bell peppers and olives, and the renowned Napalese Lentil Dahl. Each dish promises to be fulfilling and nutritious, ensuring you leave inspired to incorporate more vegetables into your diet! NOTE A $16 materials/food fee due to the instructor at class. Please bring containers to bring home biscotti

No one will even care about the game with these TOUCHDOWN scoring snacks on the table! YOU will be the MVP of the party regardless of who wins! Learn to make SOFT Pretzels with Beer Cheese Dip & Italian Meatball Slider Sandwiches from SCRATCH! EVERYTHING from the dough for the pretzels and rolls, beer cheese and meatballs will be made fresh! NO store bought rolls or frozen meatballs are included in the instructors’ personal recipes being used for the class! Crowd pleasing goodness during the game or any time of year HANDS-DOWN! Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants, and increase your confidence in the kitchen with each skill that is learned, and each little bit of advice and instruction that is shared. While cooking-along is loads of fun, and highly recommended, it is optional. CHEF'S NOTES: The alcohol from the stout cooks off during baking, but substitution options will be provided. The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!

Spring is in the air, and nothing says “I love you” more than a handcrafted from-SCRATCH meal like Chef Tess’ Marry Me Gnocchi with Chicken and Breadsticks. Learn to create this lavishly delicious memorable meal for your family then sit back and enjoy the compliments! Or, if you are single and serve this to your significant other, you won’t be single for long! It’s THAT GOOD! On the menu: Hand crafted gnocchi bathed in a homemade silky, rich, flavor-packed sauce, paired with perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken breasts, and a side of homemade bread sticks! A Restaurant quality meal that is guaranteed to become a family favorite in your dinner rotation! Make it a date night or family night as you create lasting memories in your kitchen! While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional. CHEF'S NOTES: The instructor’s recipes are copyrighted and are only shared with those who register for this class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. a copy of the instructor’s personal recipes in PDF format. One registration fee for this on-line virtual interactive class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home only. If friends, adult children, or extended family members are gathering for a fun night together, EACH household must register SEPARATELY even if participating together. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!

In this hands-on cooking class, learn the time-honored art of creating pasta from scratch. Mimi will teach you how to throw together the perfect pasta dough as well as how to roll and slice it into noodles. You'll also learn to make Alfredo & a tomato sauce to smother your freshly-made noodles — a rich and satisfying homemade dish. NOTES There is a $20 materials/food fee due to the instructor at class. Bring a container for leftovers.

Join us for an exquisite culinary experience where you'll learn to create a memorable meal perfect for any occasion. Start with a rich and comforting French Onion soup, topped with crusty French bread and melted Swiss cheese. Next, prepare two enticing entrees: a savory French Pork Tenderloin infused with apple brandy and Roasted Pork Tenderloin drizzled with a balsamic vinegar and raisin sauce. Pair these with elegant glazed parsnips and carrots, along with a vibrant red onion confit and a golden potato tart. Finally, indulge in a delightful chocolate amaretto mousse garnished with crème fraiche to complete this special, and easy, meal! NOTE A $17 cash materials/food fee due to the instructor at class. Please bring containers to bring home leftovers