(Please note the varying locations, costs, and ways to register for classes offered this season)

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January, 2012

 Except as noted, the following classes are presented through Nicolet College Community Education Program.  To register and pay, call Nicolet at 1-800-544-3039, ext.4493.  Provide the course number and they will register you.  Course number and cost is given at the end of each description.

 

January 21, Saturday: 9 - 11:30 a.m. -Culture and Cooking Italian - (For young chefs, ages 8-11) Learn about the culture of Italy as you prepare and sample several Italian dishes such as Antipasto Salad; Chicken, Florentine-Style; Lemon Ricotta Cookies and Italian Soda.  This class will be held in the Northland Pines Food Lab, Room 2218#60-303-64417   Cost: $20.40

 

January 26, Thursday:  1:00 to 3:00 p.m. -Starring Chicken Salad - Described as any salad in which chicken is the main ingredient, this is an easy, go-to dish.  We'll add some pizzazz by preparing a classic chicken salad; Mediterranean style chicken Salad; Grilled Chicken Taco Salad and a Crispy Carribean Salad.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location:  iNgReDiEnTs School of Cooking  #60-303-64012  Cost: 14.70,  Seniors: $12.42

 

January 28, Saturday: 9 - 11:30 a.m. - Culture And Cooking French - (For young chefs, ages

8-11)  Learn about the culture of France while preparing foods from that region.  Enjoy Vegetable Quiche; Homemade French Dressing with Salad and Cream Puffs (Paste Achoux). 

60-303-54418  Cost: $20.40  This class will be held in the Northland Pines Food Lab, Room 2218

 

 

Februrary, 2012

February 4, Saturday:9 - 11:30 a.m. - Culture And Cooking Chinese - (For young chefs, ages

 8-11) While learning about the culture of China, you will prepare and sample several Chinese dishes such as Fried Rice, Scalloped Pancakes, Asian Chicken Salad and Almond Cookies. 

60-303-64419 Cost: $20.40   This class will be held in the Northland Pines Food Lab, Room 2218

 

February 11, Saturday: 9 - 11:30 a.m. - Culture And Cooking Mexican - (For young chefs, ages

8-11) Learn about the culture of Mexico while preparing delcious Mexican dishes.  These will include Salsa with Chips, Guacamole, Tortilla Soup and Cinnamon Churros.  60-303-64420

Cost: $20.40  This class will be held in the Northland Pines Food Lab, Room 2218

 

February 21, Tuesday: 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Springtime in Calfornia - California Cuisine offers delicious foods, marked by freshness.  We will prepare some great dishes such as Tangy Goat Cheese and Fresh Herb Salad,  California Thai Plank Steak and a beautiful fresh fruit tart.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location: Reiter Center, Three Lakes, WI  #60-303-64013  Cost:$20.40; Seniors:$15.84.

 

 

March, 2012

March 3, Saturday: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Cooking With Whole Grains - We all know the tremendous value and health benefits of including whole grains in our diets.  Learn how easy it is to substitute these gems into regular recipes.  This class will include a variety of salads and tasty side dishes using whole wheat, couscous and quinoa.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Locations:  iNgReDiEnTs School of Cooking    #60-303-64014   Cost: 14.70,  Seniors: $12.42

 

March 15, Thursday:  2:00 - 4:30 p.m. - The Big Easy - Treat your taste buds to a visit in the French Quarter and New Orleans style food!  Chicken & Sausage Jambalaya; Cheese and Shrimp Biscuits; Sweet Pecan Muffins!  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location: Reiter Center, Three Lakes, WI  # 60-303-64015  Cost:$20.40; Seniors:$15.84

 

March 20, Tuesday:  1:00 - 3:30 p.m.   - Rustic Italian - Throw a casual dinner party with these deliciously easy Italian-inspired recipes:  Matballs Parmesan with Roasted Vegetable Pasta Sauce; Cannellini Beans and Tomato Bread Salad and Limoncello Cream.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location:  iNgReDiEnTs School of Cooking  #60-303-64421 Cost: $20.40; Seniors: $15.84

 

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The following class will be presented through the Adult Education Program at North Lakeland School.   To register for these, call Donna White at 715 543-8417  

March 27, Tuesday: 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Incredible One Pot Dishes:  Forget the last minute pressures of preparing family meals or for entertaining..These recipes are irresistible and wonderfully easy.  We'll prepare a delicious Barbeque Beef; Turkey Breast with Orange Sauce                                   and Peach Upside Down Cake.  Cost: $25.00
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April, 2012

April 3, Tuesday: 1:00 -3:00 p.m. - Southern Hospitality - Enjoy a taste of the South with the imaginative use of herbs and spices.  We'll prepare Creole Barbecued Shrimp; Southern Biscuits and Deep Dish Apple Crisp. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location:  Reiter Center, Three Lakes, WI   #60-303-64016   Cost:$20.40; Seniors:$15.84

 

 

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April 19, Thursday: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.  Homemade Soup - There is nothing quite as comforting as a bowl of hot, homemade soup.  The words, "Soup's On" will bring the whole family hurrying to the table to enjoy!  Try steamy Vegetable Soup, Butternut Squash Soup, and Cream of Broccoli Soup with Lemon-Pepper Croutons.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location: iNgReDiEnTs School of Cooking  #60-303-64202    cost: $20.40; Seniors:$15.84

 

April 21, Saturday: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  Restaurant Desserts Made Easy - Impressive and easy, from Food & Wine's article "What to Cook Next", we explore the world of desserts with Sweet Potato Donuts; Chocolate Panna Cotta; Chocolate Chip Pecan Bars and Apple Pie Sundaes. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.   Location:  Reiter Center, Three Lakes, WI #60-303-61512      Cost: $14.70; Seniors: $12.42

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May, 2012

 

May 3, Thursday:  1:00 -3:00 p.m.  Ropa Vieja Pot Pie - Ropa Vieja is Spanish for "old clothes" and the humble name for this Cuban Stew of spiced shredded beef, laced with peppers, onions and chilies.  We'll take time to prepare individual pot pies topped with pepper-jack biscuits, as well as an easy apple dessert that is sweet and spectacular!  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.  Location: iNgReDiEnTs School of Cooking                              #60-303-64422 -cost: $20.40; Seniors:$15.84

 

May 8, Tuesday: 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Skillet Suppers - Discover an easy way to get great flavor with less kitchen time.  We will prepare Skillet Carbonara Casserole, Macaroni & Cheese and Spaghetti with Meat Sauce.  We'll even add a simple skillet dinner of elegant fruit and crepes.  Samples of food prepared, recipe lists and beverages are included.   Location:  Reiter Center, Three Lakes,WI    #60-303-64017, cost: $20.40; Seniors:$15.84.

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The following two class will be presented through the Adult Education Program at North Lakeland School.   To register for these, call Donna White at 715 543-8417  

May 22, Tuesday:  5:30 -7:30 p.m -Cooking With Herbs- Spring is in the air and in this class you will get some great information on growing herbs as well as using them in food preparation.  We'll prepare a delightful pesto and Minted Tabbouli along with other "herbed" recipes.

 

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Special Valentine's Cookie Decorating Class
The following class is being offered at LOLA in Land O Lakes.  To register, call Wendy at           715-493-5361   Charge for this class is $10.00 for children; $20.00 for adults.
Sunday, February 10   1 - 3 p.m. 
Valentine Cookies:  Learn to make fondant and to decorate your cookies with this easy-to-prepare product. Participants will receive 6 sugar cookies to decorate, and to take home. We'll explore the creative ways to paint with food coloring on fondant.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June, 2011

June 2: Outdoor Party Menu - Add some color and variety to your meals with these simple dishes: Classic Caesar Salad,  Marinated Grilled Chicken, Charred Summer Vegetables and Strawberry Shortcake Roll.

 

June 9: Fun with Fondant - You'll be surprised at how easy it is to make your own fondant and to create beautiful cake decoratiions with it.  Each participant will observe an easy way to prepare fondant and each will make a lovely fondant bow to take along.  This class will be held at the Reiter Center in Three Lakes, WI.  To register, call Nicolet College: 715 365 4493

 

June 16: Fun With Fondant - Same description as above, but held in the iNgReDiEnTs Classroom in Eagle River, WI.  Call Nicolet College to register, 715 365 4493

June 18: Cooking with Maple Syrup: Stop by the Antigo Farmers' Market for my demo, recipes and taste-testing.  I'll be cooking with fresh maple syrup from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.

 

June 20 through June 24: Summer Cooking Camp For Kids 

Here's a culinary adventure for kids, ages 8 to 12 where kids have the opportunity to prepare food and have fun in the kitchen.  This 5 day camp includes kitchen safety, basic nutrition, simple cooking techniques, measuring and mixing ingredients and proper food handling.  Each child will experience a variety of cooking methods and will learn to prepare a breakfast, lunch and a dinner menu.  This 5 day camp is inter-active and is fully supervised.  Classes are held Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.  Cost is $125.00 per child.  Call iNgReDiEnTs to register or for more information: 715 479 7326

 

July, 2011

July 14: In Celebration of Herbs - Just in time for those fresh herbs from your garden or from the Farmers' Market! 

This class will be held at the Reiter Center in Three Lakes, WI.  To register, call Nicolet College at 715 479 4493 

 

July 21:   In Celebration of Herbs - Same description as above, but held in the iNgReDiEnTs Classroom in Eagle River, WI.  Call Nicolet College to register: 715 365 4493

 

July 25 through July 29: Summer Camp for Kids -Same as above.  Call 715 479 7326 for more information or to register.

 

August, 2011

August 2: Summer Sides - Elevate summer entertaining with recipes from simple to spectacular!  Spicy Thai Slaw, Summer Vegetable Saute and Sweet and Hot Chutney.

 

August 9: Everything's Better With Bacon - Deliciously simple, we add a taste of bacon to soup, salad and even dessert!

 

August 16: Mexican Fiesta - Held at the Reiter Center in Three Lakes, this class is a delicious celebration of Mexican cuisine.  Call Nicolet College to register: 715 365 4493

 

August 23: Mexican Fiesta - Same description as above but held in the iNgReDiEnTs Classroom in Eagle River, Wi  Call Nicolet College to register: 715 365 4493

 

 

 

 

For more detailed information or to reserve a place in one of our classes, call us at (715) 479-7326 or email bluberi@nnex.net