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Faith Goble (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Advanced Vegetable Gardening (Online Class)Cooking & FoodThis class is designed for gardeners who have experience growing vegetables. Learn some of the advanced techniques to take your vegetable garden to the next level by improving your growing conditions, extending the growing season, and increasing your total harvest.Winter/Spring 2025
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Air Fryer Vegetables (Online Class)Cooking & FoodUsing an Air Fryer to cook vegetables is quick—and the healthy results are delicious! In this live online class Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including Lemon Pepper Broccoli, Miso Sesame Kale Chips, and Roasted Sweet Potatoes. 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 you can cook along at your convenience. Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrationsWinter/Spring 2025
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Food SavingCooking & FoodLearn how to save, store, and preserve seasonal fruits and vegetables to enjoy the best flavors and highest nutrition for as long as possible. This class introduces the many different methods of food preservation.Summer 2025
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Freeze Fresh - Fruits and VegetablesCooking & FoodFreezing is one of the easiest and most effective ways to preserve the fresh taste and nutrients of fruits and vegetables—when done correctly. It’s a safer and more convenient alternative to canning and can help you save money by extending the life of homegrown produce, farmers' market finds, and grocery store deals. In this class, you will learn essential freezing techniques, including which foods require blanching, how to prevent freezer burn, the best storage containers to use, ideal freezer conditions, and additional tips for preserving produce year-round.Winter/Spring 2025
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Herb GardeningCooking & FoodHerbs pack a lot of flavors that help improve the taste of many foods. Get to know some of the herbs commonly used in cooking and learn how you can use them year-round.Summer 2025
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Mile High Apple PieCooking & FoodGet ready for the crisp breeze of fall and the arrival of apple season! If you've ever thought, "I can bake pies," then this class is tailor-made for you. Join Nancy as she guides you through making a crust to preparing the filling for your pie using the freshest apples from Brand Farms in Farmington. You will be surprised how easy it is! Each student will leave class with a piping hot apple pie to share with family and friends. Boxes will be provided. Kindly bring along your rolling pin and potato peeler if available; Nancy will have extras on hand just in case. Supply fee paid to instructor in class: $15. Bring a rolling pin if you have one! Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Fall/Winter 2025
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Starting SoonOh, You Beautiful Cake!Cooking & FoodWhat could be better than chocolate, caramel, pecans, and more? In this class, you will mix, bake, and assemble a decadent 3-layer cake. With guidance from Nancy, each student will create and take home a deliciously gooey chocolate masterpiece, perfect for sharing with family and friends—if you can resist keeping it all for yourself! Supply Fee of $16 per student payable to the instructor in class.Winter/Spring 2025
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Tantalizing Thai Cuisine (Participation Class)Cooking & FoodYou’ll begin by preparing Vietnamese summer rolls (fresh) served with both hoisin and peanut sauce for dipping. Included are Vietnamese spring rolls (fried) 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, breast of chicken, eggs, chilies, garlic, basil, scallions, bean sprouts, and more. For dessert, Thai lime custard topped with fresh whipped cream. Please note: this class is non-refundable in the event of weather cancellations. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Winter/Spring 2025
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Traditional Southern CookingCooking & FoodBeginning in the 1960's, food in the U.S. deep south was heavily influenced by early settlers from France, Germany, and Spain. Slaves from Senegal, Africa, and Cuban refugees and Cajuns from Nova Scotia, Canada also contributed to the medley of flavors using the wealth of local seafood, vegetables, poultry, livestock and of course, pecans. Join us in a memorable meal to include crab dip, traditional cheese straws, gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, buttermilk biscuits, cheese grits, pecan praline candy and traditional bread pudding with bourbon sauce. Don’t forget to bring containers to safely transport your delicious creations home. Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office by emailing us at CommunityEd@isd623.org or calling: 651-604-3770. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations.Winter/Spring 2025