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Making Whoopie Pies!

These handheld sweet treats look like sandwich cookies, but are really made from cake, even though they're called pies. Regardless of terms, whoopie pies are officially in season!

 

IN THIS ISSUE, we celebrate the season of love by baking up some of these delightfully nostalgic sweet treats. From baking perfectly domed little cakes to whipping up wonderful fillings, you'll be ready to delight all the valentines in your life with your own version of whoopie pies.

In This Issue
25th Chocolate Festival
Winter Cooking Classes
What's a Whoopie Pie?
RECIPE: The Classic
Mixing a Better Batter
Mixing Tools
RECIPE: For My Valentine
Fabulous Fillings
Baking Tools
RECIPE: Vanilla Strawberry Whoopie Pies
Cookbook Review
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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!
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
Blender 101 

If you're interested in one appliance that can do it all... Look no further! A high powered blender is capable of things you never dreamed possible in the kitchen.  In this class, Resident Chef, JaDene Denniston will teach you  everything you need to know about your blender and the many ways you can use it in the kitchen.  Whether you're trying to eat more healthy and stick to your New Year's Resolutions or just save time in the kitchen, this class is for you!    

 

Saturday, February 4 - 11:00 a.m.  

Handmade Valentine's Chocolates & Candies 

Nothing says "I Love You" like chocolate.  In this class with chocolate expert and cookbook author Ruth Kendrick, you'll learn to make beautiful, perfect, handmade candies.  Whether you want to do something special for the neighbors, friends, or your sweetheart, everyone loves to receive chocolates on Valentine's Day!  Don't miss out on the expert tips and tricks you'll learn in this class to make chocolates dipped with love!

 

Tuesday, February 7, 2012 -  6:30 p.m.

Dinner For Two 

Of course when Valentine's Day comes around we all start thinking of what plans we should make.  This year, stay in and cook for yourselves!  Ted Mathesius has a menu that will create a perfect evening...without the crowds!  What could be better than a delicious, gourmet meal cooked right in your own home!

 

Wednesday, February 8, 2012 - 1:00 p.m.
Hands On Whole 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, February 9, 2012 - 6:30 p.m.
Valentine's Breakfast: Fun For the Whole Family!

Valentine's Day only comes around once a year.  Why not go all out and have a special breakfast that the whole family will enjoy!  In this class, Natalie Straatman has recipes that are fun, delicious, and the whole family will love.  Could there be a better way to start the day!  A Valentine's breakfast is sure to become a family tradition!

 

Friday, February 10, 2012 - 6:30 p.m.
Cheesecake Like the Pros 

Rich and creamy cheesecake is absolutely one of the most delicious things to bite in to.  However, nothing is more frustrating than spending time and effort on a cheesecake only to have it fall, crack, or leak into the oven!  In this class, pastry chef Lacey Berry will teach you all the tips, tricks, and secrets to a perfect cheesecake, not to mention absolutely delicious recipes!  Learn how to mix, bake, and serve cheesecake...just like a pro!  


Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 10:00 a.m.

Fancy Valentine's Desserts 

When you are trying to go all out for a special evening, nothing is better and more impressive than a fancy dessert!  Professional pastry chef, Lacey Berry has dessert recipes that will be show-stoppers at the end of any meal and are worthy of your Valentine's evening.  Come learn baking tips and tricks as well as recipes that are going to show up again and again on your table!

 

Saturday, February 11, 2012 - 1:00 p.m.
Artisan Breads Made Easy 

Becoming a skilled bread baker takes practice, patience, and persistence.  In this class, learn to master artisan breads with pastry chef, Lacey Berry.  You will learn skills that will improve your bread baking and help you to take your baking to the next level!  Don't miss out on this great class!

 

Thursday, February 16, 2012 - 11:00 a.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, February 18, 2012 - 11:00 a.m.
Fondant Cakes for Beginners 

Learning to use fondant on your cakes can be intimidating to even a skilled cook or baker.  In this class, pastry chef Molly Badger will teach beginning level skills for the new cake decorator.  Learn to cover a cake without any rips, tears, or cracks.  Plus decorating tips and tricks for making the perfect cake.  Even a skilled baker will learn new things to make your life in the kitchen easier in this class!  

 

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

What's A Whoopie Pie?

Whoopee!
The Classic
Mixing a Better Batter
Steps 1-3

Steps 4-6

Tips
Mixing Tools
Mixing Tools
For My Valentine
Tips
Fabulous Filling
Piped Filling
Fillings
Marshmallow Cream
Make your Own
Baking Tools
Baking Tools

RECIPE: Vanilla Strawberry Whoopie Piestips
Cookbook Review
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Enjoy celebrating all the special people in your life this Valentine's season!

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