St. Louis Park Community Education

We'll begin with Empanadas, pastries filled with beef, tomatoes, potatoes and herbs. Flautas are next with chicken in a jalapeno/garlic paste and fried crisp in corn tortillas. We'll then prepare authentic Mexican rice prepared with onions, garlic, tomatoes and fresh cilantro along with Mexican style corn prepared with lime aioli, cayenne pepper and Cotija cheese. Fajitas follow with tender strips of marinated beef and chicken with fresh sauteed bell peppers and onions wrapped in a warm tortilla shell. We’ll 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 fraȋche. All materials included in registration fee.

Get ready for your New Year celebration with this short virtual course on brie. Discover how it's made and learn the answer to the age-old question, "Can you eat the rind?" We'll also explore what cheeses go with your favorite bubbly beverages, including wine, cider and beer. Elk River cheesemonger, Kerry Jerred, guides you through the intimidating world of artisan cheeses, from cheese selection for your cheese board to pairing with your favorite libation. Attend the class and discussion only, or purchase the optional cheese kit which will allow you to sample during the class. Registration deadline: December 7, 12pm. Join us online! A few days prior to the start of class, you will receive a Zoom Meeting link as well as a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board with cheese and beverage pairings. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. This online class is held in partnership with Elk River Community Education.

Holiday entertaining is on the horizon! Impress and welcome your friends and family with these ideas for selecting and arranging cheese, meat, fruit, and other delicious condiments into an epic platter! Elk River cheesemonger, Kerry Jerred, will guide you through the intimidating world of artisan cheeses, from cheese selection to pairing with your favorite libation! Attend the class and discussion only, or purchase the optional cheese kit which will allow you to sample during the class. Registration deadline: November 9, 12pm. Join us online! A few days prior to the start of class, you will receive a Zoom Meeting link as well as a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board with cheese and beverage pairings. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. Information to order the Cheese Kit will be sent before the class begins. This online class is held in partnership with Elk River Community Education.

Don't let the kids have all the fun this Halloween! Enjoy some chocolate treats of your own and discover how chocolate can be the perfect accompaniment to a variety of cheeses. Elk River cheesemonger, Kerry Jerred, guides you through the intimidating world of artisan cheese, from cheese selection for your cheese board to pairing with your favorite libation! Attend the class and discussion only, or purchase the optional cheese kit which will allow you to sample during the class. Registration deadline: October 19, 12pm. Join us online! A few days prior to the start of class, you will receive a Zoom Meeting link as well as a link to Padlet, a virtual real-time bulletin board with cheese and beverage pairings. You do not need to create an account to use Padlet. Information to order the Cheese Kit will be sent before the class begins. This online class is held in partnership with Elk River Community Education.

Are you looking to start or continue a holiday cookie baking and decorating tradition? Consider registering for this On-Line, Live, Family Friendly Fun Holiday Cookie Class for beginners. Gather your family for baking and decorating, or treat yourself to some quality personal fun time. Learn how to make Royal Icing and the basics for decorating cookies with it at home. Participants will be baking the cookies ahead of time so that they are ready to decorate at the start of class. A PDF with two of the instructors personal sugar cookie recipes and a list of ingredients and supplies needed for the Royal Icing will be provided at least a week before the class, to provide time for shopping and baking. The recipes will include a soft and chewy sugar cookie and a denser crisp sugar cookie. Participants can choose to bake one or the other or both using your favorite cookie cutters! One of the instructor’s favorite holiday cookie cutter shapes is a gingerbread person. This is one of the shapes that proves to be a lot of fun to decorate year after year and some time will definitely be spent on this in addition to other holiday shapes. No fancy decorating tips or bags will be needed. We will be using simple plastic sandwich bags to decorate. Note: One registration fee for this on-line virtual class can include participants from the same household only. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, and interact with other participants. Come join the fun!

Have some fun participating in this virtual Instant Pot® COOK-ALONG class! In this class, we will discover the wonders of enjoying the flavor of BBQ throughout the year. Two BBQ dishes will be made during this class in addition to a side. Choose one for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other or if you have a second Instant Pot® on hand, and want to make both, please do! The BBQ recipe options for this class are BBQ Pulled Chicken and Carnitas; a Mexican-style taco with a smokey BBQ flavor! In addition, a potato salad side will be created. All delicious recipes are made with ingredients that are probably already on hand. Experience how these culinary creations are made in a fraction of the time and taken to another level using the Instant Pot®! Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, spouse or partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating these dishes with you as well. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants as you cook-along, and increase your confidence in using your electric pressure cooker. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional, you can watch as a demonstration if you'd prefer. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. If the instructor’s personal recipes are used for this class, they will be shared as a PDF. If recipes used are on-line, links to these recipes will be shared. Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot® journey. Come join the fun!

Have some fun participating in this virtual Instant Pot® COOK-ALONG class! Two, GLUTEN FREE, flavorful and aromatic dishes will be made during this class. Choose one for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other or if you have a second Instant Pot® on hand, make both! The first recipe selection for this class is wonderful Quick Chicken Tikka Masala. The second recipe selection is a wonderful dish of Vegetarian Curried Lentils. Both will be served with aromatic basmati rice. Deliciousness made simple. Experience how these culinary creations are made in a fraction of the time and how they are taken to another level using the Instant Pot®! Time permitting, the instructor may demonstrate how to make a wonderful naan to go along beautifully with these dishes. Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, spouse or partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating these dishes with you as well. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants as you cook-along, and increase your confidence in using your electric pressure cooker. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional, you can watch as a demonstration if you'd prefer. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. If the instructor’s personal recipes are used for this class, they will be shared as a PDF. If recipes used are on-line, links to these recipes will be shared. Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot® journey. Come join the fun!

Have some fun participating in this virtual Instant Pot® COOK-ALONG class! Two dishes will be made during this class. Choose one for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other or if you have a second Instant Pot® on hand, make both! The recipe options for this class are a Minnesota classic Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup and Chicken Taco Bowls! Both delicious recipes are made with ingredients that are probably already on hand. Experience how these culinary creations are taken to another level using the Instant Pot®! Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, spouse or partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating these dishes with you as well. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants as you cook-along, and increase your confidence in using your electric pressure cooker. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional, you can watch as a demonstration if you'd prefer. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. If the instructor’s personal recipes are used for this class, they will be shared as a PDF. If recipes used are on-line, links to these recipes will be shared. Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot® journey. Come join the fun!

Forgot to thaw the package of meat and it’s dinnertime already? No worries—the electric pressure cooker can help. In this class we’ll discuss cooking frozen meats under pressure while we make—and eat—Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup and Lebanese Lamb Pitas with Pecans. Handout includes additional recipes and tips for how to prepare larger cuts so that they are ready to go direct from freezer to Instant Pot. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recorded class afterwards. (So if you don't have time to attend on the exact day/time of the class, you will be able to see it as a video anytime you'd like!) Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Before the class starts, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Kirsten will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! You will receive an extensive handout prior to class a link to the class recording afterwards.

Looking for some quick and simple options for a wonderful holiday menu? Learn how to create a few full-flavored traditional dishes in a fraction of the time using the electric pressure cooker / multi-cooker called the Instant Pot® during a LIVE VIRTUAL DEMONSTRATION STYLE class! A very full and busy class indeed! Holiday menu items will include Full Flavored Faux Roasted Chicken (turkey can be made the same way, but duration of class only allows for a chicken option), Holiday Mashed Potatoes, Spiced Honey Glazed Carrots, and Pumpkin Cheesecake! Have your questions answered by the instructor and watch your Instant Pot® confidence grow during this class! If the instructor’s personal recipes are used for this class, they will be shared as a PDF. If recipes used are on-line, links to these recipes will be shared. Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot® journey. Come join the fun!

Discover how easy it is to make soups in the Instant Pot and have a pot of hot soup ready to eat at the end of class! In this online class Kirsten will walk you thru making Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup while you follow along in your kitchen. She will also demonstrate Chicken Wonton Soup and a vegan Minestrone soup while our meals are cooking. Participants will receive an extensive recipe handout and ingredient list along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the class video recording afterwards. (So if you don't have time to attend on the exact day/time of the class, you will be able to see it as a video anytime you'd like!) Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Before the class starts, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Kirsten will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! You will receive an extensive handout prior to class and a link to the class recording afterwards.

Save time and precious stove space by enlisting your Instant Pot in your Thanksgiving preparations! In this online class Kirsten will demonstrate how to prepare Make Ahead Mashed Potato Casserole, a simple cranberry sauce, fast Turkey Broth, and the perfect last minute side dish—Garlicky Green beans. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recording afterwards. (So if you don't have time to attend on the exact day/time of the class, you will be able to see it as a video anytime you'd like!) Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Before the class starts, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Kirsten will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! You will receive an extensive handout prior to class and a link to the class recording afterwards.

Have some fun participating in this virtual Instant Pot® COOK-ALONG class! Two slider dishes will be made during this class. Choose one for your cook-along and watch a demonstration of the other or if you have a second Instant Pot on hand, make both! The recipe options for this class are Copycat White Castle Sliders and Buffalo Chicken Sliders! We will also be making quick slider rolls (baked in the oven), but participants can purchase their rolls if they choose. All delicious recipes that will have your family coming back for seconds and thirds! Make lasting memories in your kitchen if you decide to have your children, spouse or partner join you! Children absolutely love getting involved in the kitchen and will enjoy creating these dishes with you as well. Have your questions answered by the instructor, interact with other participants as you cook-along, and increase your confidence in using your electric pressure cooker. While cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional, you can watch as a demonstration if you'd prefer. Participants will receive a list of ingredients at least a week in advance of the class to allow time for shopping. If the instructor’s personal recipes are used for this class, they will be shared as a PDF. If recipes used are on-line, links to these recipes will be shared. Note: One registration fee for this on-line Virtual class can include participants from the same household only. In addition, please know that every attempt will be made to keep to these wonderful menu items. Given current circumstances however, the instructor may have to make substitutions. Thank you for your understanding. Join us online! This class will take place on Zoom. Participants will receive instructions on how to access the class prior to it starting. As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group on Facebook exclusively for participants of her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the group although joining is optional. The Facebook group will provide an opportunity for members to ask questions, share their own creations, interact with other participants and support each other on their Instant Pot® journey. Come join the fun!

Join Kirsten in her kitchen via your computer or phone to discover how you can make meals easier and faster using an electric pressure cooker. The goal of this introductory class is to get you comfortable with electric pressure cooking while making appetizers starting with Easy Peel Hard Cooked Eggs, fast Rosemary ‘Roasted’ Potatoes and Cocktail Meatballs. We’ll talk about pressure cooker terminology and ideas for using your Instant Pot in household meal planning. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and participants will receive a link to the recorded class afterwards. (So if you don't have time to attend on the exact day/time of the class, you will be able to see it as a video anytime you'd like!) Join us online! This class will be held using the online platform, Zoom. Before the class starts, you will receive a link to access the class. Simply click the link on the day and time of class and Kirsten will lead you through the class from the comfort of your own home! You will receive an extensive handout prior to class and a link to the class recording afterwards.

You've tried the rest. Now try the best truffles of all - and you will make them yourself! These make delightful gifts and decadent treats. Instructor Nancy Burgeson has shown thousands of students how to make these rich, chocolaty delicacies. After this one class, just 3 hours, you'll be making truffles for all of those special occasions from graduations to weddings and more! We will make five different recipes in class and each student will take home a nice box of truffles. A $12 supply fee will be collected at class. Optional: truffle/candy kits ($20) are available for purchase for future candy-making projects. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate nut allergies in this class. Here's what participants had to say: "Written information excellent! Wonderful tips. Nancy, thank-you very, very much." "Fun do do with son." Nancy was awesome, so knowledgeable! Feel confident in my ability to make truffles. She made the class fun!"