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Pasta Perfection

Whether one of many courses, or the primary meal event, a great pasta dish satisfies all those invited to the table. With hundreds of shapes and sauces, the gratifying possibilities are endless.

 

IN THIS ISSUE, we're cooking up some fabulous pasta dishes under the guidance of everyone's favorite Italian-American cook, Lidia Bastianich. We'll school you on cooking pasta perfectly, and tossing it with delicious sauces. We have a hearty Rigatoni Woodsman Style, Orecchiette with Artichokes and Bacon, and Bucatini with Pancetta, Tomato, and Onion. Buon appetito!

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We have a great line-up of classes planned for the season ahead. It's a great way to spend an evening or day!  We look forward to having you in our kitchen soon!
Cooking classes make a great date night too! Get all of the details on our website's Cooking Class page or Click the Class Titles below. 

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APRIL 2013    

Tuesday, April 2 - 6:30 p.m

Pizza Stone Workshop 

Everyone loves pizza! If you haven't tried a homemade pizza you are in for a real delicious experience. Lindsey Owens is a homemade pizza specialist. She will teach you how to make a good crust, deep dish or regular, with a variety of toppings. Come and learn some fun recipes, all cooked on a pizza stone, that are sure to please your family.

  

Wednesday, April 3 - 1:00 p.m.
Hands-on Wheat Bread

Come learn from our in-store instructor how to make delicious wheat bread using freshly ground wheat flour. Instructor will also demonstrate how to make our cinnamon/currant variation. Includes pan and one loaf of bread to take home.


Thursday, April 4 - 6:30 p.m. 

Tapas: The Small Plates of Spain 

There's no question about it that one of life's simplest pleasures is good food and good friends. Spanish tapas are the perfect way to entertain or just add some new recipes to your repertoire. These small plates with big flavor are straight from Spain and absolutely delicious! Janis Boettinger and Geno Schupp have authentic recipes that you will love to share with your friends and family for a fun night of casual dining, Spanish style!


Tuesday, April 9 - 6:30 p.m.
"Grain Mains": A Cook Spotlight
 

A long-overdue cookbook that takes whole grains from "good for you" side dish to sophisticated and satisfying main course. Joy Ercanbrack will highlight this fun new cookbook "Grain Mains" and give you tips on quick-cooking grains or precooking ahead of time, making cooking with these hearty staples practical for weeknights. We all know that choosing whole grains over processed ingredients is better for our health so don't miss this easy and creative way to use whole grains as the base for breakfast, dessert, and elegant entrees. 

  

Thursday, April 11 - 6:30 p.m.
English Tea Time Treats

Crumpets, scones, and english muffins! And the toppings.... oh, my! Janice Skousen will be showing you how to make these delightful English pleasures. She will make these yummy treats with several different toppings that make your mouth water as you prepare them at home. 

  

Saturday, April 13 - 11:00 a.m.
Cooking with the Indian Oven

The aromatic cuisine of India will fill our kitchen again. Ash Oberoi, Owner and Executive Chef of the Indian Oven will teach how to make some of his famous dishes. You'll never forget the spices that make this food what it is. Come and enjoy some of the great food of India.

  

Tuesday, April 16 - 6:30 p.m.
Sweet and Savory Crepes

Crepes are an extremely thin type of pancake. They came from the northwest of France though they are popular in many other countries around the world as well. Tanna Jenkins has mastered the skill of making crepes after her visit to France. Come and let her share what she has learned and some wonderful recipes for savory as well as sweet crepes.

Wednesday, April 17
Thursday, April 18 - 6:30 p.m.
Wouldn't it be nice to taste food that tastes good? With a gluten free diet that makes it difficult at times. Leah Nelsen will share some wonderful recipes to help feed you and your family with food that tastes good again.

Saturday, April 20 - 11:00 a.m.
Comprehending Blending
If you have a vitamix, blendtec, or other amazing blender you don't want to miss this amazing class with Resident Chef JaDene Denniston. She will be making many things besides a smoothie as she shows you how versatile this machine can be. Get the most out of your kitchen blender when attend this class.

Tuesday, April 23 - 6:30 p.m.
Necessary Knife Skills: Hands-On with Dinner
If you like to cook, you need to be able to handle the most classic and important of the chef's tools. Chef Robert Sanderson will help you master all the basic cutting skills like mince, julienne, dice, etc. as you learn the technique to handling your knife. You will also be taught how to select a knife and how to keep it in good working order. This is a Hands-On class so bring one of your knives.

Thursday, April 25 - 6:30 p.m.
Perfect Under Pressure: Electric Pressure Cooking
Couldn't we all use a little more time in the day? With the electric pressure cooker in your kitchen you can cut down on your time spent in the kitchen so you can spend more time out of the kitchen. Resident Chef, JaDene Denniston has all the tools you'll need to master this appliance. It's soon to become your favorite.

Saturday, April 27 - 10:00 a.m.
Superb Summer Salads
We have a special guest chef coming to Logan. Chef Todd Leonard, currently chef instructor at UVU, has always loved to cook. He will be teaching two classes. The morning class will be Superb Summer Salad where he will teach some different salads and how to make your own dressing, as well as some fun tricks to make them a little extra special. The afternoon class will be "Perfect Pasta and Sauces" His flair and enthusiasm are contagious. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn from the best!

Saturday, April 27 - 2:00 p.m.
Perfect Pasta and Sauces
We have a special guest chef coming to Logan. Chef Todd Leonard, currently chef instructor at UVU, has always loved to cook. He will be teaching two classes. The morning class will be Superb Summer Salad where he will teach some different salads and how to make your own dressing, as well as some fun tricks to make them a little extra special. The afternoon class will be "Perfect Pasta and Sauces" His flair and enthusiasm are contagious. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn from the best!

Tuesday, April 30 - 6:30 p.m.
A Cinco de Mayo Celebration
What began as a provincial Mexican holiday is now a fiesta celebrated throughout the continent. Chef Ted Mathesius will be cooking up a whole Cinco De Mayo feast. Come and learn some recipes and tips that will help you prepare this festive meal for your friends and family. 

We have more wonderful classes planned! Learn more on our website's Cooking Class page. 

Pasta
Form and Function
Creamy Sauces
Bronze Die
recipeoneRECIPE: Rigatoni Woodsman Style
RECIPE: Rigatoni Woodsman Style
Parmigiano-Reggiano
cookingCooking Perfect Pasta
Test the Pasta
recipetwoRECIPE: Orecchiette with Artichoke and Bacon
RECIPE: Orecchiette with Artichoke and Bacon
Pecorino Romano
Pasta Cooking Tips
Serving Up Pasta
recipethreeRECIPE: Bucatini with Pancetta, Tomato and Onion
RECIPE: Bucatini with Pancetta, Tomato and Onion
Pancetta
Pasta Etiquette
Cookbook Review
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Italian proverb: A tavola non si invecchia -- At the table with good friends and family you do not become old. 

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