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"Spring Has Sprung" Cookie Decorating

Welcome the spring season with these sweet little treats! Beginning and experienced cookie decorators alike will enjoy creating some spring-themed cookies. You'll get six cookies, four bags of royal icing, a goodie bag complete with recipes, and step-by-step instructions to complete your cookies.

Wed, Apr 9 2025

VandenBerge Middle School

Air Fryer Hype Party Central! Copycat KFC®, Air Fryer Doughnuts, Pizza from Scratch & More!

Tess is taking her popular Air Fryer Hype Copycat KFC® class to the next level! Are you curious about air fryers or looking to expand your recipe repertoire beyond fries and frozen foods? Whether you're a seasoned air fryer user or considering your first purchase, this class is for you! Join Chef Tess for an elevated air fryer experience and explore new family-favorite party dishes, including her mouth-watering Copycat KFC®, from-scratch air fryer doughnuts, pizza, and burgers! Enjoy a fun, interactive, virtual cook-along class with tips that take the 'air fryer hype' to new heights! On the Menu: Create the Copycat KFC®, doughnuts, and pizza with made-from-scratch dough. Tess will also demonstrate how to make her amazing air fryer burgers, give you tips for freezing pizza to stock your freezer, and share pointers on creating a mouth-watering chocolate glaze for the doughnuts. Before the class, an email with the list of ingredients and class login details will be sent to allow for shopping and preparation. After the class, you will receive an email with all class recipes presented in a professionally produced printable packet. Equipment Needs: Air fryer. A stand-mixer is recommended for making two different types of dough. If a stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. More information will be provided in the ingredient list email. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Jan 11 2025

California Sushi Roll Extravaganza!

When it comes to sushi made with sushi-grade raw fish such as salmon or tuna wrapped in rice and seaweed, the sushi tolerance spectrum runs from a very strong “YES” to a very strong “NO” with little wiggle room in between. Enter these California “sushi” rolls! Join Tess as she walks you through making marvelous California rolls that will have you wondering why you haven’t tried to make your own before. California “sushi” roll combinations are limited only by your imagination! Make them vegetarian, with or without seaweed, spicy or mild -- it is totally up to you! Learn to how create delicious seasoned sushi rice and spicy mayo, and how to stuff, wrap, and shape the rolls. One of these fillings is a “crab” salad that will be created using imitation crab. Tess will also demonstrate plate decorating ideas! Ingredients/supplies for early shopping: Sushi rice, sushi nori/seaweed sheets, toasted sesame oil, (Japanese) rice vinegar. A bamboo sushi rolling mat can be helpful, but is not necessary. Several days before class, you will receive an email with a list of additional ingredients and supplies, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fri, Apr 25 2025

5:00 - 7:30 PM

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Chicken Marsala vs. Chicken Limone

Let's cook up two delicious chicken dishes! Begin with bruschetta topped with fresh mozzarella cheese, Roma tomatoes, and sweet roasted bell pepper, sprinkled with fresh basil and drizzled with olive oil. Prepare Chicken Marsala with fresh sauteed mushrooms in a sweet Marsala butter sauce. See how that measures up against Chicken Limone topped with a chardonnay, lemon, and butter sauce with capers. Both entrees are served with Spaghetti Aglio Olio and tender garden vegetables tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Romano cheese. Finish with "Diplomatico," a divine combination of rum and espresso-soaked pound cake, rich chocolate mousse, and fresh whipped cream. This class includes both demonstration and hands-on instruction, with many food items prepared in advance by the chef. This class is offered in collaboration with Osseo Community Education. Please note that it will be held at Osseo Middle School.

Tue, Mar 18 2025

Osseo Middle School

Classic Homemade Pierogi & Sweet Berry Pierogi

Learn how to make classic pierogi and wonderfully sweet berry pierogi with two types of homemade dough and filling to make your taste buds dance for joy! The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. The week of class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class.

Fri, Mar 14 2025

Copycat Domino’s® Pizza, Sauce & Chicken Carbonara!

Are you a Domino’s® Pizza fan? Have you ever wondered if you could make this deliciousness at home? Join Chef Tess as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating her copycat versions of Domino’s® Pizza, Pizza Sauce, and Chicken Carbonara -- pizza-shop mastery creations that almost guarantee that take-out pizza and sides will be a thing of the past! Personalize your pizza with your choice of toppings. On the Menu: Copycat versions of Domino’s® Pizza, Pizza Sauce, and Chicken Carbonara. You will make the dough, sauce, and Chicken Carbonara from scratch! Equipment needs: Pizza pans with or without holes are highly recommended for the pizza. A pizza-stone is a “nice-to-have,” but optional. A stand mixer is highly recommended to make the dough. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fri, Feb 28 2025

5:00 - 7:30 PM

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Dim Sum Dumpling Dynasty: Pot Stickers with Homemade Wrappers & Dipping Sauce

Dim Sum is a Chinese or Cantonese meal of small appetizers or finger foods traditionally enjoyed in restaurants. It is considered a shared dining and social experience that can last for hours. Dim Sum often includes some variety of dumpling, and one of the most popular options is pot stickers! Join Tess as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating delicious pot stickers with homemade wrappers and a wonderful dipping sauce made from scratch! Choose to make a pork- or chicken-based filling. You will also have the option of learning to make homemade wrappers or using purchased wrappers. Freezing tips will also be shared. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Mar 22 2025

Dim Sum Shu Mai Drum Dumplings & Wontons!

No need to look any further for restaurant-quality Dim Sum than your own kitchen! A dim sum meal is considered a shared dining and social experience that can last for hours. Dim Sum meals often include a variety of dumplings, and two options are open-faced drum dumplings (Shu Mai) and wrapped dumplings (wontons). Join Chef Tess as she guides you step-by-step through creating these delightful dumplings with two different meat and veggie fillings and purchased wrappers. Learn to shape, fill, and cook these tender bites in your own home for a memorable dim sum get-together. She will also share tips for serving, freezing, and reheating. Equipment: A bamboo steamer is a “nice-to-have,” but optional. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Apr 26 2025

Easter Bunny Cookie Decorating

Hop into spring with some adorable Easter Bunny cookies! You'll love creating these little cuties, whether you're a decorating beginner or just want to expand your royal icing skills. You'll get six cookies, four bags of icing, a goodie bag complete with recipes, and step-by-step instructions to complete your cookies.

Wed, Apr 16 2025

VandenBerge Middle School

Escape to the Mediterranean!

Escape to the Mediterranean with the flavors of Greece in this cook-along class! Learn how to prepare a classic full-flavored, mouth-watering Mediterranean meal for your family or friends. Better yet, have your family or significant other join you as you create the taste of Greece in your kitchen! On the menu: Greek Grilled Chicken Souvlaki (skewers), Tzatziki (traditional Greek yogurt dipping sauce), Greek Veggie Rice, homemade pita bread, drizzle dressing, and Greek Salad Dressing, too! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Jan 18 2025

Focaccia, Stromboli, & Calzones! OH MY!

What makes a focaccia a focaccia, a stromboli a stromboli, and a calzone a calzone? Discover the answer in this fun-filled cook-along class as we explore the world of unique rolled and stuffed pizzas and marvelous focaccia bread! Learn how to make homemade focaccia bread, a wonderful rolled pizza called a stromboli, and stuffed pizzas known as calzones, all with homemade pizza dough! Personalize your pizzas and focaccia bread with toppings and fillings of your choosing. On the Menu: Stromboli (rolled and filled pizza), calzones (stuffed pizza), wonderful focaccia bread, and an out-of-this-world pizza sauce. Two different types of dough will be used -- one for the pizza options, the other for the focaccia. Equipment Needs: A 9x13" non-stick baking pan or a larger sheet pan for the focaccia bread Additional sheet pans for the stromboli and the calzones A stand mixer is highly recommended to make the dough for both options during the class. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Apr 12 2025

4:00 - 6:30 PM

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French Fruit Tart, Greek Phyllo Bougatsa Tart, & Cakesicles!

The hallmark of any spring or summer celebration is, undoubtedly, the dessert. Whether you are looking for something memorable to create for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or beyond, look no further. Join Chef Tess as she guides you through creating three exceptional confectionary delights: a classic French Fruit Tart, a version of a Greek Phyllo Pastry Tart called “Bougatsa”, and Cakesicles, a sweet treat that is the latest version of cake-on-a-stick. Equipment: A Cakesicle silicone mold and popsicle sticks. Available at most craft stores, as well as online. Sticks are often included in the kit. A tart pan of any shape with removable bottom is needed for the French Fruit Tart. More details will be included in the ingredient list. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, May 3 2025

Grill and Chill Cookie Decorating

Start your summer with some sizzle! Whether you're a beginning or experienced cookie decorator, you'll enjoy cooking up these grill-themed cookies. You'll get six cookies, four bags of royal icing, a goodie bag complete with recipes, and step-by-step instructions to complete your cookies. Master your techniques to make a special set of cookies for Father's Day!

Thu, May 29 2025

Instant Pot® Multi-Cooker 101 -- LIVE

Demystify the electric pressure cooker/multi-cooker called the Instant Pot® during a LIVE virtual class! Learn the foundations of cooking and care and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot. In addition to an Instant Pot® yogurt tutorial, Chef Tess will demonstrate breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert menu items, including Creamy Steel-Cut Oatmeal or Egg Bites, Creamy-Cheesy Tuscan Chicken with Penne, and luscious Lava Cakes or Dreamy Banana Bread. Cook along as she prepares the pasta dish, or just watch as a demonstration. You'll be able to ask questions throughout the class. Cooking along is optional but highly recommended! An email with the ingredient list and station prep guide for the Creamy-Cheesy Tuscan Chicken with Penne dish will be sent before the class, giving you enough time for shopping and prep. After class, you'll receive an email with the instructor's original recipes. The printable packet will also include the yogurt tutorial, information on cleaning and care, and tips and terminology that will help build Instant Pot® confidence and creativity. As a bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for her cooking class participants. You will receive an invite to the groups, although joining is optional. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fri, Jan 10 2025

Kick-Off Kitchen! Soft Pretzels with Beer Cheese Dip & Italian Meatball Slider Sandwiches Made from Scratch

No one will even care about the game with these touchdown-scoring snacks on the table! You will be the MVP of the party regardless of who wins! Learn to make soft pretzels with beer cheese dip and Italian meatball slider sandwiches from scratch! Everything from the dough for the pretzels and rolls to the beer cheese and meatballs will be made fresh! No store-bought rolls or frozen meatballs are used in the instructor's recipes. You'll serve crowd-pleasing goodness during the big game or any time of year! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fri, Jan 31 2025

5:00 - 7:30 PM

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Marry Me Gnocchi with Chicken & Breadsticks Bliss

Nothing says “I love you” like a handcrafted, made-from-scratch meal! Cook along with Chef Tess to create this lavishly delicious memorable meal for your family and friends! This restaurant-quality meal is guaranteed to become a family favorite in your dinner rotation! On the menu: Hand-crafted gnocchi bathed in a rich, flavor-packed sauce, paired with perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken breasts, and a side of homemade breadsticks! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fri, Mar 28 2025

Shepherd's or Cottage Pie, Twice-Baked Stuffed Potatoes & Chocolate Stout Cake

Are you looking for something unique and memorable to serve this St. Patrick’s Day or a simple heartwarming meal that will hit all the notes of comfort and deliciousness, especially during the cold days of winter? Do you enjoy the decadence of chocolate for dessert? Enjoy a wonderful new spin on the classic meal of Shepherd's Pie, Twice-Baked Stuffed Potatoes, and decadent Chocolate Stout Cake with a wonderful, almost “froth-like” frosting for dessert! Learn to create the instructor's delightful version of these dishes using unique ingredients that bring pops of flavor bursting with umami, added nutrition, and memorable textures. Whether you choose to make the Shepherd’s Pie version with lamb or the Cottage Pie version with beef, the results will be mouthwatering and delicious. The alcohol in the stout cake cooks off during baking, but substitution options will be provided. Several days before class, you'll receive an email with the list of ingredients and class login details, allowing you time for shopping and preparation. After the class, you'll receive an additional email with the instructor's recipes in a professionally made printable packet. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Mar 8 2025

Soups & Bread Bowls: Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup, Beer Cheese Soup, & Italian Bread Bowls

Warm, delicious, soothing, and satisfying soups are such a welcome treat for dinner any time of year. All the stresses of the day seem to melt away with the smell of freshly made soup that brings smiles to the entire family. Expand your family’s soup rotation and your culinary repertoire as you learn to create two wonderful soups, along with homemade Italian Bread Bowls! Choose one soup for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other, or choose to make both! No Instant Pot®? No problem! The instructor will make one soup in the Instant Pot®, and the other on the stovetop using a soup pot. Chef Tess will provide step-by-step instructions for both cooking options for each soup so you can cook along using whatever appliance, cooking tools, and equipment you choose. Experience how flavors are enhanced and infused with the Instant Pot® or enjoy the simple soothing pleasures of making soups the classic way. On the Menu: Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup, Beer Cheese Soup, and wonderful Homemade Italian Bread Bowls (baked in the oven). These original, delicious, no-fail recipes created by the instructor will become family favorites! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Jan 25 2025

4:00 - 6:30 PM

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Soups & Bread Bowls: Creamy Mushroom Cheddar Soup, Loaded Potato Soup, & Rustic Italian Bread Bowls or Rolls

Soups are the ultimate comfort food! Cook along with Chef Tess and add these two wonderful soups to your list of family favorites, along with homemade Italian Bread Bowls or Rolls. Choose one soup for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other, or choose to make both! NO INSTANT POT®? NO PROBLEM! Tess will make one soup in the Instant Pot®, and the other on the stovetop using a soup pot. She'll provide step-by-step instructions for both cooking options for each soup so you can cook along using whatever appliance, cooking tools, and equipment you choose. Experience how flavors are enhanced and infused with the Instant Pot® or enjoy the simple soothing pleasures of making soups the classic way. On the Menu: Creamy Mushroom Cheddar Soup, Velvety Loaded Potato Soup, and wonderful Homemade Italian Bread Bowls or Rolls (baked in the oven). These delicious, original, no-fail recipes created by the instructor will have your family asking for seconds! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Feb 22 2025

4:00 - 6:30 PM

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Sourdough for Beginners

Discover the timeless craft of sourdough baking in this hands-on beginner class, perfect for anyone eager to learn or refine their breadmaking skills. You'll dive into the essentials of creating delicious, homemade sourdough bread that will become the heart of your kitchen gatherings. In this class, you'll learn to: Mix and measure ingredients to create the perfect dough. Score your dough with precision for beautiful and unique loaves. Care for your sourdough starter, which you’ll take home to continue your baking journey. Your registration fee includes: A sourdough starter to take home and nurture, A glass jar for storing your starter, A bench knife for precise dough handling, A proofing basket to support your dough as it rises, A bread lame for scoring your dough, A cheesecloth towel for your proofing basket, Printed instructions and a recipe guide for easy reference, A spatula and mixing bowl to perfect your technique, and A freshly baked loaf of sourdough to take home, along with the loaf you’ll prepare in class and bake at home. This class is designed for all skill levels and is the perfect opportunity to bring a friend or family member to share in the joy of sourdough baking. Not only will you leave with the skills to create delicious bread, but you’ll also be part of a community that celebrates the beauty of gathering around food. Amelia’s fun and educational approach simplifies the process, ensuring that you’ll leave confident in your ability to bake sourdough that will impress for generations to come. Join us and discover how sourdough can bring people together and create lasting memories.

Sat, Jan 18 2025

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Spring Roll Symphony: Homemade Wrapper Crispy Spring Rolls & Fresh Spring Rolls

No need to look beyond your own kitchen for restaurant-quality spring rolls where everything is made from scratch, from the wrapper to the filling and sauce! Join Chef Tess and dive into the world of spring rolls as she walks you through creating two types of spring rolls bursting with flavors, bold and bright enough to wake up all taste buds. The step-by-step process makes everything simple! Healthy cooking alternatives, in addition to freezing and reheating tips, will also be shared! Filling ingredients and seasonings can be customized according to taste or dietary preferences. Store-bought wrappers can be used instead. On the Menu: Crispy Spring Rolls made with handcrafted paper-thin wrappers filled with a choice of meat and veggies, fresh Spring Rolls made with rice paper wrappers filled with veggies and precooked protein of choice, and three dipping sauces including Sweet Chili, Peanut Butter, and Fresh Tahini Yogurt sauce! Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Mar 29 2025

4:00 - 6:30 PM

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Sweethearts’ Delights: Elegant Éclairs & Paczki (Polish Doughnuts)

Valentine’s Day is celebrated with sweets and chocolates gifted as an expression of love. Learn to make two dreamy sweets to share on Valentine’s Day -- a decadent French pastry, known as an eclair, filled with pastry cream and covered in chocolate ganache, and a rich yeasted dessert known as paczki (Polish doughnuts) filled with preserves or pastry cream. The steps for each will be simplified so that any home cook will be able to create professional-looking and -tasting desserts for Valentine’s Day, including making the choux pastry (pâte à choux), the sweet vanilla pastry cream filling, the ganache, and the wonderfully rich paczki dough. Both desserts will make for a very special and memorable Valentine’s Day! Equipment Needs: A stand mixer is highly recommended, as it may be difficult to keep up with the kneading of the dough, especially if making it for the first time. The dough is very rich, and is not your typical yeast dough. Several days before class, you will receive an email with an ingredient and supply list, prep packet, and Zoom video conferencing link. A few days after the class, you will receive an email with the recipes used during the class. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Sat, Feb 1 2025

4:00 - 6:30 PM

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Tantalizing Thai Cuisine

Thai cuisine is a feast for the senses! It is flavorful, aromatic, and beautiful, with care given to the food's appearance and smell as well as texture and taste. This culinary experience begins with preparing Vietnamese summer rolls (fresh) served with both hoisin and peanut sauce for dipping. We'll move on to Vietnamese spring rolls with pork, turkey, and glass noodles stuffed in rice paper and fried crisp and golden. You'll then prepare Pad Thai, blending the vibrant flavors of Thailand with rice noodles, chicken breast, eggs, chilies, garlic, basil, scallions, bean sprouts, and more. Our final dish is Thai lime custard topped with fresh whipped cream. This class includes both demonstration and hands-on instruction. Many food items will be prepared in advance by the chef. This class is offered in collaboration with Osseo Community Education. Please note that it will be held at Osseo Middle School.

Wed, Apr 30 2025

Osseo Middle School

Tex Mex Fiesta

In Spanish, the word "fiesta" means "feast" and generally refers to a large party! This fiesta begins with empanadas, pastries filled with beef, tomatoes, potatoes, and herbs. Flautas are next with chicken in a jalapeno-garlic paste and fried crisp in a corn tortilla. You'll then prepare authentic Mexican rice with onions, garlic, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro, along with Mexican-style corn with lime aioli, cayenne pepper, and Cotija cheese. Fajitas follow, with tender strips of marinated beef and chicken sauteed with fresh bell peppers and onions and wrapped in a warm tortilla shell. Finish this fiesta with a Yucatecan-style delight -- fresh coconut blended with rich custard in a wonderful nutty crust, baked to a caramelly brown, and served with crème frache. This class is offered in collaboration with Osseo Community Education. Please note that it will be held at Osseo Middle School.

Wed, Feb 12 2025

Osseo Middle School