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Sweet Summer Fruits
Orchards are bursting with fruit right now. It's stone fruit season - peaches, nectarines, plums and apricots are making their appearance in abundance. They're all perfect when eaten out of hand, just keep a napkin handy to handle these original "juicy fruits." 

 

IN THIS ISSUE, we're keen on sweet summer fruits. We start with a simple homemade ice cream, present a summer fruit crisp, and finish with homemade fruit leather. Along the way you'll find plenty of tips for picking peaches, whipping cream, and cooking with fruit -- all while maximizing your enjoyment of summer fruits.
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Fry Pan Special
JULY 2012
 Cooking Classes

SUSHI  SOLD OUT!

Monday, July 30, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $50

Dave Rudie-son, Chef, Parkersburg Country Club

The last time we offered this class it sold out almost immediately. Dave has so much fun he agreed almost immediately to do another class for us! If you're interested in learning to roll your own sushi we suggest you call early to register! You'll learn to cook perfect rice, select the proper ingredients (Dave will cover both seafood and vegetable sushi), roll and cut your own. Each participant will take home their own bamboo sushi mat and rice paddle. Class is limited to 14.

 

AUGUST 2012

Cooking ClassesLOBSTER & MORE Only 4 Seats Left!
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $65
Dagmar Kupsche, Owner, The Cook's Shop
What is Lobster tomalley and roe, and why on earth would you want to eat it? Dagmar will start with the basics of shopping, selection and lobster preparation. She'll then cover the traditional standards of boiled lobster, baked & stuffed lobster, and Linguini with lobster sauce! If possible (depends on inventory at the fish market) she'll show you how to tell the difference between a male and female lobster. Class is limited to 16.

PIZZA ON THE GRILL Last Minute Addition!
Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $40
Jerry Bedilion
Those who know Jerry know him for his love of teaching French and English in the Warren school system. He is also an avid gardener and a food aficionado. Join us for what should be a very entertaining class with fabulous pizza! We'll be baking in both charcoal and gas grills outside on the patio. Recipes will include: The Perfect Dough, fresh Garden Sauce, and a special olive oil mixture to brush on your crust. Mangier! Class is limited to 16.

SMOKING!
Saturday, August 25, 2012 - 2:00 pm, $45
Kevin Black, Blacksmith Barbecue
Chef Kevin will explain and demonstrate the art of smoking on both gas and charcoal grills. Chicken, beef and pork will all be covered in detail. Class is limited to 16.

GARDEN HARVEST & CASSEROLES Last Minute Addition!
Wednesday, August 29, 2012 - 6:30pm, $45
Zachery Leverett, Chef/Owner Elite Dining Services
It's the end of the summer! But what do you do with all those vegetables from your garden? Zach has plenty of great ideas to share with you. Delicious meals for when your garden is at its peak! Class is limited to 16.

SEPTEMBER 2012

TAJINE COOKING
Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 2:00 pm, $40
Matt Rapposelli, Executive Chef, OU, Athens
Tajines are used as a stove-top slow cooker in Morocco. The slow simmering effect on less-expensive cuts of meat turns them into tender meat dishes with aromatic veggies and sauce. While simmering, the conical top remains cool to the touch while promoting the return of all the condensation to the pot. Chef Matt will be preparing several dishes using tajines. Class is limited to 16.

TAILGATING 101
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $45
Zachary Leverett, Chef/Owner of Elite Dining Catering
Zach has lots of wonderful ideas to take your tailgating up to a higher level this fall. He will feature ribs and chili and lots more! Gooo Teammm! Class is limited to 16.

ARGENTINEAN GRILLING  Last Minute Class Addition!
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012 - 1:00 pm, $45
Tere Clegg, Owner/Chef - Mango Latin Bistro, Parkersburg
Tere will prepare a main course, desert and drink. Specifics to be determined.

OCTOBER 2012

CHOCOLATE 101
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $45
Shane Danford, Chocolatier/Owner of Putnam Chocolates
Shane will share a few of his secrets for melting, tempering, and handling chocolate. Chocolate is actually quite healthy... so come and indulge! Class is limited to 16.

COOKING WITH DAVE RUDIE
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $50
Mr. Rudie is back again, which means only one thing.... FUN! We have asked Dave to teach one of his favorites, but he has soooo many.... Come and enjoy a wonderful Rudie-Night! Menu TBD. Class is limited to 16.

PRIME RIB FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Thursday, October 25, 2012 - 6:30 pm, $50
Zachary Leverett, Chef/Owner of Elite Dining Catering
Zachs back! He'll be showing us how to create a perfect prime rib for the holidays. This will include gravy and side dishes. Sure to be new favorite meal for your family! Class is limited to 16.

NOVEMBER 2012

KNIFE SHARPENING
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - 5:00 to 5:30 pm, $2 per knife (max. 3 knives)

KNIFE SKILLS
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - 6:00 pm, $55
Ed Bartush, Wusthof Knives Sales Rep.
Ed will discuss knife construction, metal composition and sharpening. He'll also demonstrate proper cutting techniques along with a few tips and tricks that you can use in your own kitchen. You'll learn to properly cut onions and tomatoes, de-bone a chicken, carve a chicken or turkey and make an apple swan garnish! Best of all, you'll get your own Wusthof Classic paring knife to use and take home. This knife retails for $49.95 and has been given a "Highly Recommended" rating by Cooks Magazine - their highest rating. This is a hands-on class limited to 16. Prior to class, Ed will be available to sharpen your knives for $2 each. All proceeds will be donated to the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Washington County.
Cooking Classes
What is a Stone Fruit?
What is a Stone Fruit?
recipeoneRECIPE: Homemade Peach Ice Cream
Tips
Tips
Keeping it Cool
howtopickHow to Pick, Ripen & Peel a Peach
Pick a Peach
Ripen and Peel a Peach
recipetwoRECIPE: Seasonal Crisp with Mixed Stone Fruits
Tips
Tips
whipcreamHow to Whip Cream
Whipping Cream
Summer Fruit Products
cookingfruitsCooking With Fruits
Cooking with Fruits
recipethreeRECIPE: Fruit Leather
Making Fruit Leather
Tips for Fruit Leather
Dehydrating Foods
Dehydrating Foods
Cookbook Review
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