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Taco Time

Turn your kitchen into a taquería, (a taco shop), for the evening and throw a taquiza, (a taco party). Tortillas, folded in half, amiably hold your choice of filling, garnishes, and a drizzle of sauce. Freshly assembled, a few tacos make a meal rich with flavor and full of satisfaction. You'll quickly rediscover this humble fare can be muy fantastico!

 

IN THIS ISSUE, we revive the notion of tacos as a food with endless mix-and-match possibilities and multiple personalities. Three examples of fresh, flavorful tacos are presented thanks to 300 Best Taco Recipes. And, if you'd like to really develop your taquero (taco chef) skills, we illustrate how to make your own fresh tortillas. It's taco time, let the fiesta begin!

In This Issue
May Specials
Cooking Classes
What is a Taco?
RECIPE: Shredded Chicken Crispy Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sour Cream
The Tortilla
How to Make Fresh Tortillas
Keep 'em Warm
RECIPE: Blue Cheese Burger Tacos with Red Onion Salsa
Make Your Own Tortilla Chips
RECIPE: Shrimp and Chorizo Tacos with Chile Cream Sauce
Cookbook Review
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We have a great line-up of classes underway! 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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Thursday, May 5 - Honey 101: Nature's "Beelicious" Sweetener - 6:30 p.m.- Honey has many uses in theSpring Cooking Class kitchen.  In this class full of information you will learn what you should be doing with honey that you aren't!  Honey can be used as a sugar substitute, can be baked with, can be used in canning, has many health benefits, plus much more.  Tiffany Jeppsen has tons of knowledge to share about how to make honey your friend in the ktichen.

 

Friday, May 6 - Fun with Fungi: Taking the Mystery out of Mushroom - 6:30 p.m -  We've all cooked with the white button mushrooms but how many of us have branched out to the other, more mysterious varieties?  Learn the difference between all those varieties as well as what they pair well with in this class.  Janice Skousen has recipes to highlight these ingredients that can add so many different flavors and textures to your meals.  Take the mystery out of mushrooms and start fearlessly cooking with them!

 

A Little ChefSaturday, May 7 - Kids in the Kitchen: Mother's Day Brunch - 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.- Mother's Day is a special day that deserves some extra fun.  In this hands-on class kids will learn to prepare a brunch worthy of Mom!  Resident Chef, JaDene Denniston creates a fun atmosphere with lots of learning, not to mention delicious food!  Have your child learn some basic kitchen skills that they can show off at home!

Hands-On Class limit 8 children.  For children ages 7-12.

 

Tuesday, May 10 - International Breads - 6:30 p.m.- International breads offer different flavors, textures, and traditions than we are used to every day but they can be a little intimidating.  Come learn how to bake these international treasures with owner of the local "Bear Bakery", Jim Bear.  With no more fear in the kitchen about these daunting breads, you'll be a pro in no time at all!   

Thursday, May 12 - Whole Grain Essentials - 6:30 p.m.- We all would like to be a little more healthy right?  Come learn about all the benefits of whole grains in this class and how to start incorporating them into your diet.  Learn the whole grain essentials and then you can start replacing the old foods with the new ones!  Simple changes like whole wheat tortillas can make a lot of difference!  You won't believe how your family will love these delicious whole grain creations from Joy Ercanbrack.

 

Saturday, May 14 -  Blended Bliss-Not Just For Smoothies Anymore! - 11:00 a.m.- The blender can be such a useful tool in the kitchen!  Sauces, marinades, dressings, soups, smoothies, and slushes!  Come learn about all the things you can be doing in your blender.  Resident Chef, JaDene Denniston has all the knowledge you need to put this machine to good use!

 

Tuesday, May 17 -  Perfect Under Pressure: Electric Pressure Cooking - 6:30 p.m.-  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!

 

Wednesday, May 18 - Hands on Whole Wheat Bread - 1:00 p.m.- 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, May 19 - Summer Entertaining Top to Bottom! - 6:30 p.m. - We all love to entertain in the summer, to enjoy the warm evenings with our friends and family.  The only problem....what are you going to serve?  It's too hot to spend all day in the kitchen.  Kristin Trevino, local caterer has the answers you need!  This menu is delicious and easy on the cook.  From appetizers to dessert,  this complete menu is perfect for having no-stress company!  

 

Saturday, May 21 - The Whole Enchilada - 11:00 a.m. - Enchiladas are one of those foods that should be easy to make, but they're not!  They can be a catastrophe in the kitchen!  Kezia Whitteker has tips and tricks for perfect enchiladas that won't crumble and fall apart and will be absolutely delicious.  Come learn variations on the classics and a little bit of tradition in this class!

 

Tuesday, May 24 - Croissants: Laminated Dough Workshop - 6:30 p.m.- Laminating dough may be one of the most daunting tasks in the kitchen, but it yields some of the most delicious results possible!  The work is worth the reward when it comes to laminated dough.  In this hands on class learn the secrets to creating buttery, rich croissants and danishes.  After the hands on experience you'll get in this class with Jenny Beykirch, you won't be afraid anymore!  Learn the techniques for the dough itself plus shaping tips, fillings, and more!  Hands On Limit 8 People.

 

Thursday, May 26 - Back to the BBQ - 6:30 p.m. - It's that time of year again.  We pull out the BBQ, dust it off, and begin cooking outdoors.  Retire some of your old classics and get some new great recipes in this class.  Chef Robert Sanderson will take your BBQ to the next level!  Get ready for grilling season!

 

Saturday, May 28 - Homemade Summer Ice Creams & Treats - 11:00 a.m -  Homade ice creams are delicious, refreshing, and fun!  Bring them to a family gathering, make them on a hot afternoon with the kids, or just make it for a fun (not to mention yummy) summer activity.  Kezia Whitteker has tricks and tips for making the perfect summer treats.  Cool down with these delicious recipes!

 

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

What is a Taco? 

Recipe: Shredded Chicken Crispy Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sour Cream 

Tools
Citrus JuicerKnifeGrater
CITRUS JUICER
Squeeze and strain juice
in one motion
WUSTHOF'S SERRATED TOMATO KNIFE
Easily slices tomatoes
BOX GRATER
Several choices for
shredding all in one tool

The Tortilla 

Making Fresh Tortillas 

Keep 'em Warm

Recipe: Blue Cheese Burger Tacos with Red Onion Salsa 

Tools
Food ChopperHerb ScissorsFry Pan
FOOD CHOPPER
Makes quick work
of any chopping task
HERB SCISSORS
Five-bladed scissors minces
and cuts at the same time
8" SWISS DIAMOND FRY PAN
Heat tortillas quickly in
a nonstick frypan

Make Your Own Tortillas

Recipe: Shrimp and Chorizo Tacos 

Tools
PanChopStirLettuce Knife
12" FRY PAN
SWISS DIAMOND

Performs when browning
meat or heating tortillas
CHOPSTIR
Latest, greatest tool; we wish we'd thought of this! Efficiently breaks up ground meat while browning
LETTUCE KNIFE
Sharp edge shreds lettuce
easily; blade decreases
browning

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