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December 2024

KIDS COOK DINNER~ CLASS IS FULL~

Ok kids, it’s your turn to cook dinner for your family! If you are aged eight or above, we hope you can join us for a fun morning of cooking with some great recipes! Our lesson is Cheese Enchiladas; Sauteed Turkey Meatballs in Cranberry Sauce; Oven Fried Chicken Tenders with Taco Ranch Dip; Garlic Butter Steak and Potato Foil Packets; Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli; One Pan Cheesy Beef & Tomato Macaroni, and Crispy Chicken Fried Patties with a Sassy Sauce.
Thursday Dec 26th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes

WOK ON~ CLASS IS FULL~

There are so many great things about using a Wok. It brings together all the great Asian flavors of Sauces, Spices and Asian ingredients. It provides a means of cooking a meal using only one pot and it is quick and easy! Come for a fun and interesting lesson to learn and add these recipes to your repertoire. We will make Steak & Ramen Noodle Stir Fry with Carrots and Mushrooms; Quick Fried Green Beans with Ground Pork in Chile Garlic Sauce; Stir-Fried Curried Chicken Thighs with Sweet Peppers and Cashews; Shrimp Lo Mein Noodles with Broccoli, Mushrooms and Egg; Sticky Orange Peel Beef; Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry, and Bacon Fried Rice.
Tuesday Dec 31st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
January 2025

SOUP AND BREAD~ CLASS IS FULL~

When you know how to make Soup from scratch, you’ll never go back to the “open the can” variety. In this lesson, we’ll pair each fresh Soup with a perfect Bread to make a pairing for a meal. Come be part of this fun class to learn White Bean and Chicken Chili with Homemade Tortillas, Sweet Potato Soup with Buttered Pecans; Homemade Southern Buttermilk Biscuits with fresh Strawberry Jam; Black Bean Soup with Chili-dusted baked Tortilla Strips; Cozy Chicken Soup with homemade hand rolled Egg Noodles; Chipotle Chicken, Bacon & Corn Chowder, and Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze.
Tuesday Jan 7th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes

SHEET PAN MAGIC

This great trend proves the way to make a complete dinner using just one pan! It’s easy, and with these recipes it will be one of your favorite ways to cook dinner quickly and easily! Come learn the technique to cook this way! Our lesson is Beef Bulgogi with Snap Peas & Sesame Jasmine Rice; Salmon and Red Potatoes topped with Roasted Peppers, Portobello Mushrooms and Onions; Chicken Fajitas with Mango Guacamole & Tortillas; Sheet Pan Lemon Butter Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus; & Garlic Baguette Toasts; Sheet Pan Honey-Soy Sticky Boneless Chicken Thighs; With Crisp Spinach Salad with Ginger-Soy Dressing, and Cinnamon Mocha Sheet Cake with Chocolate Icing.
Wednesday Jan 8th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

SAUTE AND FLAMBE

These two cooking methods are frequently used in restaurants to create great flavors in a short amount of time! Come learn to use them in your kitchen, and maybe show off a little to your friends! This great lesson is Classic French Flambe Steak Diane with Brandy; Chicken Breast Gruyere with Sauteed Mushrooms; Skillet Shrimp Fajitas with Cilantro-Lime Cream; Lightly Blackened Salmon Tacos with Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa; Sauteed Spinach, Sausage, Mushroom, and Ricotta Fettuccine; Strawberry & Silver Rum Crepes Flambe, and Pineapple Tequila Lime Flambe.
Tuesday Jan 14th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

POT ROAST HEAVEN

These old favorites never go out of style… they just get better with knowledge and experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to make these comfort foods! Learn step by step from scratch how to prepare Onion Tart with Bacon, Swiss Cheese & Rosemary Pie Crust; Breaded Air Fryer Baby Bella Mushrooms with Stonewall Roasted Garlic Parmesan Aioli; Perfect Pot Roast with Red Wine Gravy, Potatoes & Carrots, and hand rolled Buttered Egg Noodles; Roasted Sweet Potato, & Brussel Sprouts Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette & Feta over Baby Spinach. Dessert will be warm Chocolate Pudding Cake with Crème De Cassis Whipped Cream.
Wednesday Jan 15th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

LUNCH AND LEARN – JANUARY 17

Isn’t it fun to learn new recipes, techniques and tips on how to prepare an impressive meal, watch it being made & then have it served to you? Our DEMONSTRATION lesson is just that! Come to enjoy Chicken Cordon Bleu with White Wine Sauce served with Basil Risotto. Dessert will be warm Mint Chocolate Pudding Cake with Whipped Cream.
Friday Jan 17th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00

NEW YEAR NEW YOU

Did you indulge during the Holidays maybe more than you thought? We have some remedies with great foods that help those needless pounds melt away. Come learn this great menu which includes Sheet Pan Balsamic Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs and Veggies; One Pan Coconut Red Curry Salmon & Bell Peppers; Turkey Enchilada Meatloaf with Black Beans & Corn; Waffled Crab Cakes with Stonewall Lemon and Avocado Aioli & Baby Spinach; Crispy Air Fryer Pork Chops with Shredded Brussels; Sprouts Salad with Apple, Pecans, and Blue Cheese; Negi Maki Flank Steak & Green Bean Stir Fry with Sake Brown Sauce served over Watercress, and Easy Chicken Tikka Masala with Naan.
Tuesday Jan 21st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

SW APPETIZERS AND MARGARITA PARTY

We love the Southwest and bet you can’t believe how diverse and flavorful the foods are made with ingredients from the Southwest region. This menu has lots of dynamics with the Chilie varieties and Southwest flavorings. Come learn to put together an array of delicious dishes for family and friends, topped off with an amazing Margarita!! Our lesson is Mexican Steak Skewers with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa; Fiesta Air-Fried Chicken Strips with Creamy Fiesta Dip; Sauteed Black Bean & Cheese Taquitos; Ancho Chile Puffy Beefy Mini Tacos; Roasted Sweet Chipotle Butter Glazed Bacon Wrapped Shrimp; Southwestern Crab & Corn Cakes with Goldwater Sedona Red Salsa; Creamy Margarita Milkshakes, and Perfect Party Pitcher Classic Margaritas.
Wednesday Jan 22nd
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

THRILLING GRILLING

You can know the thrill of using a grill with the lessons in this class. Temperature, timing and placement of foods are the important factors in achieving success. Come learn how and why in this fun class. Our lesson is Grilled Hoisin Pork Tenderloin Kebabs; Grilled Kafta (Ground Beef Kabobs) with Garlic Yogurt Dip; Grilled Brown Sugar Rubbed Chicken Breasts with Apple Rosemary Salsa; Grilled Lemon-Dill Shrimp with Baby Spinach & Lemon Garlic Farfalle; Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce, and Grilled Angel Food Cake with whipped Mascarpone and Balsamic Strawberries with Grilled Lemonade!
Tuesday Jan 28th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00

SUPERBOWL PARTY

Gather your friends to root for the team of your choice! Such a great occasion for a party! You’ll be the real star with this menu for all who gather with you! Come for a dress rehearsal to a stellar party menu. We’ll prepare sweet & spicy glazed Slab Bacon Bites; air-fried Cheese Curds with Sour Cream and Chive Dip; Dill Pickle brined & breaded Chicken Tenders with zesty BBQ Sauce; Kahlua Pecan Brown Sugar Baked Brie with Crostini; Cranberry Chipotle Cocktail Chicken Meatballs; Mini Sausage Meatball Subs with Marinara Sauce on crusty Rolls; baked Jalapeno Goat Cheese stuffed Sweet Baby Peppers, and Going To Disney Punch made with Tropical Juices, Rum and Vodka.
Wednesday Jan 29th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
February 2025

VALENTINE APPETIZER PARTY~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

Here is the perfect class to help celebrate the holiday of Love with your friends and family. This special finger food menu will sparkle and dazzle with an irresistible combination. Come have fun and learn Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce; Curried Chicken Cream Puffs; Roasted Garlic, Brie, and Grape Crostini; Heart shaped Bruschetta with Tomatoes, Goat Cheese, Garlic, and Balsamic Vinegar; Chicken Waldorf Salad with Apples, Grapes and toasted Walnuts on Baguette , and Hazelnut Puff Pastry Hearts. We will enjoy it all with a Raspberry Love Potion Punch!
Tuesday Feb 4th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
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