ISD 728 Community Education

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.

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.

Baklava is a traditional Greek layered dessert pastry made with filo, chopped nuts, and a few secret ingredients, then bathed in dreamy syrup. On the other hand, spanakopita is a Greek savory pastry consisting of delicate sheets of filo pastry wrapped around a filling of spinach, cheese, and other secret ingredients. Chef Tess will guide you through creating Baklava Rolls, her version of baklava, and her spanakopita triangles. 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.

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.

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.

Create a masterful FIESTA where churros, corn tortillas, and everything to go with them will be made from scratch! Whip up some delightful churros that are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside, paired with a sweet, spicy, velvety chocolate sauce! Handcrafted corn tortillas will be topped with homemade guacamole, taco meat seasoned with homemade taco seasoning, and delicious refried beans. Your tastebuds and your family will be dancing for joy during this dinner! A tortilla press is helpful, but not required. 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.

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.

Homemade sweets and treats are always wonderful around the holidays and throughout the year as well. Add these three delicious treats to your holiday celebration as you learn to create freshly-baked cinnamon rolls, Basque burnt cheesecake, and velvety hot cocoa bombs. Make them for your family for a memorable holiday breakfast or wrap them up with a bow as a gift to those you hold dear. After keeping her Copycat Cinnabon recipe a secret for MANY years, Tess has decided to share it with you in this class! As the cinnamon rolls are rising, learn how to make cocoa bombs to go with them. Then discover the deliciously different Basque burnt cheesecake with an exterior that resembles a creme brulee, while the interior has a lighter, more mousse-like consistency. You will need a cocoa bomb silicone mold to create the cocoa bombs and an 8- or 9-inch springform pan for the cheesecake. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Dim Sum is a Chinese or Cantonese meal consisting of numerous small appetizers or finger foods traditionally enjoyed in restaurants. The shared dining and social experience can last for hours! Dim Sum often includes luscious and billowy soft Stuffed Steamed Buns. Join Tess as she guides you through the step-by-step process of creating two types of Dim Sum Stuffed Steamed Buns using homemade dough that will take you to culinary heights you never knew you could reach. You will make two fillings for the buns -- a gooey Chinese BBQ chicken filling and a savory vegetarian filling. A bamboo steamer is helpful, but not required. 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.

The word "bao" is derived from the word "baozi" which means "to wrap" in Mandarin. Bao buns are often described as steamed pillows and are becoming increasingly popular in North America. Discover how to create delicious steamed bao buns to wrap a fantastic filling of Korean bulgogi BBQ chicken. Everything from the bao buns to the filling and pickled veggies will be made from scratch in a guided step-by-step fashion, making for a fun and memorable experience. A bamboo steamer is helpful, but optional. A stand mixer is highly recommended. 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Back by popular demand! Tess' magical cheesecake and brownie-stuffed chocolate chip cookies have been added to her ever-popular holiday cookie bake-and-decorate class! Learn the basics of decorating cookies with royal icing to add to your holiday cookie-baking and decorating tradition. The week of class, you'll receive an email with the instructor's personal sugar cookie recipes to bake ahead of time so class time can focus on decorating. You'll also get a list of ingredients and supplies needed for the Royal Icing and for the stuffed cookies that will be made during class, as well as prep information and the Zoom video conferencing link. No fancy decorating tips or bags will be needed; the instructor will show decorating techniques using simple plastic sandwich bags. The registration fee covers immediate family members living in the same household only. If children are participating, adult supervision is required. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class.

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.

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.

Get your chopsticks ready! Really good Chinese take-out food is often hard to find. In this Master Class, discover how to create a wonderful "better-than-take-out" Chinese meal in your own kitchen! Although most Chinese items are fried, this class will also provide healthier options for cooking. The recipes include fried rice, orange chicken, General Tso's Chicken, veggie or chicken egg rolls, and chicken or pork lo mein. Cook along with the first four dishes and watch a demonstration of the lo mein. Prep work is required before the start of class for those who choose to cook along. 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. Once this information is sent, no refunds will be issued. A few days after the class, you will receive an additional email with the recipes used during the class.

Experience the flavors of the Mediterranean in the comfort of your own home in this cook-along class. Learn to create a full-flavored, mouthwatering taste of Greece from a descendant of the Spartans who has been cooking Mediterranean cuisine for over 45 years! Your menu includes a Greek Chicken Gyro (made indoors), Tzatziki, Greek Oven-Roasted Lemon Potatoes, refreshing Greek Barley Salad, homemade pita bread, drizzle dressing, and Greek salad dressing. 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.