Cooks Emporium Logo Banner 
Macaroni and Cheese!
Mac & Cheese - it's a classic combo that never ceases to satisfy diners of every age. Beyond the orange-colored, not-quite-cheese powdered versions, there's actually real macaroni and cheese readily available in your kitchen!


IN THIS ISSUE, we up the ante on this traditional, comfort food with some appetizing explorations on the authentic fare. They're nearly as easy as "boxed versions," but infinitely more delicious and satisfying. Join us as we take some delish dishes from the oven to the table.

In This Issue:
Just Arrived!
Cooking Demonstrations
Essential Cheese Tools
WIN a Stand Mixer
Octagon Arts Festival
Pasta + Cheese + Sauce
RECIPE: Alpine Macaroni and Appenzeller with Crème Fraîche
Preparing Perfect Pasta
How to Make a Roux
RECIPE: Gratin of Penne with Artichokes and Four Cheeses
Easy Cheesy
Oven to Table
RECIPE: Macaroni and Cheese "Broccolissimo"
Cookbook Review
Join Our Mailing List!
Find us on Facebook
Quick Links
Wedding Registry

    

Melissa Thorson
& Adam Wagner

September 24, 2011

 

Annie Thompson &
Brandon Heuscher
October 1, 2011 

 

Allison Pederson
& Andrew Inhelder

October 22, 2011

 

Emily Smith
& Gabe Wilson
October 29, 2011 

 

Chelsea Lovig
& Matt Schrader

November 5, 2011

 

Christine Benson
& Luke Klinker
November 18., 2011

Rachel Schmidt
& Craig Boeke
November 19, 2011

 

Wedding Registry Coupon and Wedding Showers


Gift Certificates

Available for all Occasions!
  

NOW at Cook's Emporium

Saturday Morning Demonstrations

Chef's HatMark your calendars -- our Fall Cooking Demonstrations are resuming on Saturday, September 10th. Cooking demos begin promptly at 10:00a.m. Class fee of $5. Pre-registration is not needed. Seating is on a first-come basis. We suggest early arrival for best seating.  Click here for the Fall Class Brochure. 


Saturday, September 24th - Salsa Salad
 

with Margaret Welder, Instructor

This is a new take on the familiar Taco Salad.  The dressing contains salsa.  It will make good use of the tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers from the garden.   

 

Saturday, October 1st - Texas Chili & Cornbread
with Andrea Moore
The big taste of Texas comes to Cooks' Emporium with the big, bold flavor of chili accompanied by an all-time cornbread favorite.
 

Saturday, October 8th - Spaghetti . . . Squash! 

with Becky Ringsby
'Tis the season for Spaghetti Squash! As the name suggests, this autumn vegetable can be substituted for pasta to create a nutritious, gluten-free, kid-friendly entrée, or it can be used simply as a tasty side-dish to any meal. Come and learn the best preparation methods, as well as creative uses for this versatile veggie. Recipes will include Greek-style Spaghetti Squash Patties and Spaghetti Squash with Spicy Tomato Sauce.  

 

Saturday, October 15th - Two Ways with Green Beans with Beatriz Spalding

Fresh green beans may be prepared in different ways along with other vegetables and flavored with different herbs. They may be served as a side dish or a salad. Beatriz will show ow to make two old family favorite recipes which include tomatoes and potatoes.

 

Saturday, October 22 - Lasagna Soup with Easy Bread Sticks with Margaret Welder

A soup I created taste like one I had had in a restaurant. The bread sticks are biscuit dough, baked in butter, cheese & herbs.

Cheese Essentials

Stand Mixer Sweepstakes

Octagon Art Festival - Sep 25th

Pasta+Cheese+Sauce=Delicious

The Prospects are Endless!
RECIPE: Alpine Macaroni & Appenzeller

RECIPE: Alpine Macaroni and Appenzeller
Mac & Cheese Essentials
All Clad 4qt
ALL CLAD 4 QT SAUCEPAN

Stainless steel, tri-ply construction for quick, even heating on the bottom and up the sides. New, ergonomic handle for easy handling.

Box Grater
MICROPLANE BOX GRATER

From the people who know how to grate! Four-sides for four grated sizes. Comfortable top grip and cushioned feet to protect surfaces.

Colander

COLLAPSIBLE COLANDER

Drain pasta, vegetables and more. Eliminate bulky storage with its clever ability to collapse. Non-metal for stay cool handling. 

Preparing Perfect Pasta

Preparing Perfect Pasta
Cooking Dried Pasta
Step 4
Steps 5-6

Pasta Cooking Tips

Tips
Fasta Pasta
FASTA PASTA
Innovative way to cook pasta in the microwave. No mess, no hot kitchen, perfect results. 
Simple Sauces

Sauces
How to make a Roux-Based Sauce
Key White Sauces

Saucier

Tips
ALL-CLAD 3 QT SAUCIER
RECIPE: Gratin of Penne with Artichokes & Four Cheeses

RECIPE: Gratin of Penne with Artichokes & Four Cheeses

Make it Easy & Personal
Le Creuset Gratin
LE CREUSET INDIVIDUAL GRATIN DISHES

Small, petite versions of the classic gratin shape are now available. Perfect side dish serving presentation.

Mini Cocette
LE CREUSET
MINI OVAL COCETTE 
Charming individual stoneware casseroles keep all sides warm and ready. Lids make storing and reheating easy.
Ramekins
RAMEKINS
(MANY SIZES)
Available in many sizes, ramekins also offer individual serving options and easy portion control.
Easy Cheesy

Easy Cheesy
Cheesy
Oven To Table

Oven To Table
Oven to Table
RECIPE: Macaroni & Cheese

RECIPE: Macaroni & Cheese
Cookbook Review

Cookbook Review

Start the water boiling, shred the cheese, and get ready to experience the real thing!

Marg, Vicky & Holly
and all the Staff at Cooks' Emporium

Footer
Copyright 2011 - Acorn Advisors | Cooks' Emporium | 313 Main Street | Ames | IA | 50010