Amy Barnes Class Schedule
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February 2026
STUFF ITOngoing
This lesson explores the way stuffings can be used to create interesting flavors in a variety of foods. This fun and instructive class teaches Bacon-wrapped Peanut Butter stuffed Jalapenos; Mozzarella and Pepperoni stuffed Chicken Breast over Spaghetti Noodles; Bacon wrapped Pork Tenderloin stuffed with Herb & Bread Parmesan Cheese; Balsamic-marinated Flank Steak Rolls stuffed with Blue Cheese, Spinach and Bacon; fresh Blueberry Hand Pies, and Chocolate Cupcakes stuffed with Peanut Butter Cups with Peanut Butter Buttercream.
PERSONAL PIZZA
A perfect Crust and perfect Sauce. Isn’t that where we find perfection in the Pizzas we love? That’s where this lesson begins. Learning to make thin, flaky Crusts, crafting delicious Sauces, and adding ingredients for great tasting Pizza. Come have fun and learn to make Pizza your way. Our lesson is Fig-Prosciutto Pizza with Arugula; Ham and Ricotta Cheese Puff Pastry Calzones; Hawaiian Chicken, Pineapple & Feta Pizza with no-knead Crust; Phyllo Pepperoni Pizza Bombs
Chorizo, Black Bean & Mushroom Pizza with Cornmeal Crust; Cast-Iron Skillet Cheese Pizzas made with Quick Yogurt Dough, and Strawberry Mascarpone Dessert Pizza.
BACON BEAUTIES~ CLASS IS FULL~
There is no more intoxicating food than Bacon! Learn to use it all these ways to enjoy its’ amazing flavor! Our lesson is Spaghetti Carbonara with Bacon & Vermouth; Shrimp & Bacon Tacos with Avocado and Cabbage; Bacon Chili Cheeseburger Meatloaf; Feta & Bacon stuffed Chicken Breast with Onion Mashed Potatoes; BBQ Chicken & Bacon Pizza with Spinach & Gouda; Roasted Bacon-wrapped stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Homemade Applesauce, and Spicy Caramel Bacon Popcorn.
LUNCH AND LEARN – FEBRUARY 27~ CLASS IS FULL~
Treat yourself to a lesson you can enjoy recreating at home for friends and family. This easy group of recipes makes an impressive meal on special occasions. Enjoy a DEMONSTRATION of Braided Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar Garlic Glaze served with oven roasted Root Vegetables of Fennel, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Red Onions, Red Potatoes & Garlic. Dessert will be Spiced Apple Galette with Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.
March 2026
BEEF IT UP
With many cuts of beef at the market, how do we know what they are and how to best prepare them? In this class we will use a variety of cuts & prepare them to gain understanding of how to achieve a tender texture and best flavor from each. Come for a fun and enlightening class to learn Cajun Garlic Butter Strip Steak Bites; Hoisin Sirloin Beef and Asparagus Stir-Fry; Beef Tenderloin with Ginger-Shiitake Brown Butter; Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Blue Cheese-Chive Butter; Sheet Pan Beef Kofta Meatballs with Feta with Veggies and Green Tahini Dressing; Hamburgers with Swiss Cheese & Cabernet Onion Jam on English Muffins, and Air Fryer Flank Steak Street Tacos.
LOW CARB COOKING~ CLASS IS FULL~
Low carb eating has proven health benefits for those wanting to lose weight. It leads to good weight loss, reduces your appetite, and raises good HDL or levels of good cholesterol. This inciteful class will give you recipes that won’t make you feel you are giving anything up to eat this way. Join us for a great lesson of Baked Salmon with Parmesan Herb Crust; Spaghetti Squash & Shrimp Pad Thai; Low Carb Mongolian Ground Beef with Hearts of Palm Noodles; Low-Carb Chicken & Green Chili Casserole; Grilled Flank Steak Cobb Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing; Air Fryer Buffalo Wings with Sour Cream Ranch Dressing, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse.
PIES FOR SPRING~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~
Pies come in lots of yummy flavors this time of year with so many choices of Spring fruits and vegetables. We will use a variety of them in this lesson, but will begin with the basics of crust making. Come learn to make a perfect Crust using a professional pie maker’s method. Then go on to prepare the array of delicious fillings. Immerse yourself in a lesson of Elegant Boursin Chicken Puff Pastry Hand Pies; Irish Beef Pot Pie Slab Pie style; Butterscotch Pie with Whipped Cream; cast-iron skillet Apple Crumb Pie; Peanut Butter Cream Pie; Lemon Tart with Almond Crust, and no-bake Milk Chocolate Pie with Oreo Cookie Crust.
HAPPY HOUR FOODS AND DRINK
Happy hour foods are created with a wide assortment of ingredients that pair nicely with cocktails. They can easily double as dinner in a combination of satisfying choices. In this fun lesson you will learn a variety of easily prepared specialties. Come have fun with and learn to make Classic Shrimp Cocktail with Atomic Horseradish Cocktail Sauce Shooters; Brie and Mushroom Phyllo Puffs; Cuban Sandwich Turnovers; Cast Iron Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce; Air Fryer Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken in a Cup; Baked wrapped Chicken Bites, and Whiskey Sour Party Punch.
KIDS PIZZA AND PASTA
This class for kids (ages eight and above) teaches how to make kid-friendly foods with recipes the whole family can enjoy! Sign up your young cook and let them experience the joy of Pizza making, and Pasta and Sauce making. Our lesson will be one-pot Fettuccine Alfredo; Italian Sausage & Pepperoni French Bread Pizza; puffy Pepperoni Pizza Pastry Twists; magic Chicken & Penne Pasta baked with Red Sauce and Cheese; Garlic Bread Cavatappi Pasta; White Pizza with Ricotta, Mozzarella & Parmesan Cheeses, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza with Frosting and Sprinkles.
KIDS BAKE
Most kids are curious to learn how to bake. This class will teach kids (ages eight & above) sweet and savory baking techniques. Create a special experience for your child where they will learn to make Cheesy Pizza Spirals with Puff Pastry; Mini Corn Dog Muffins; Sheet Pan Cheeseburger Sliders; Strawberry & Sweet Whipped Cream Cheese Wonton Cups; Carrot Cake Breakfast Cupcakes; Chocolate-Glazed Doughnut Cookies, and Rolled Funfetti Butter Cookies.
LUNCH AND LEARN – MARCH 20
Take yourself out to lunch and enjoy a menu that is completely satisfying and easy to prepare. This is a great combination for spring and will be fun to share with others. Our DEMONSTRATION lesson is baked stuffed (Cream Cheese and Swiss) Chicken Breast with Garlic Lemon Brown Butter Sauce served with Buttermilk-Parmesan Potatoes. Dessert will be Butterscotch Bread Pudding with Hazelnut Whipped Cream.
EASTER GATHERING
No matter how you do it, this lesson presents a way to bring your family and friends together to enjoy an Easter celebration meal. This lesson could be brunch, lunch or dinner based on your preferences. Join us for a fun and festive lesson of Braided Puff Pastry filled with creamy Mushroom & Parmesan Cheese; Strawberry Balsamic Baked Brie with Basil & Baguette; cast iron pan seared Lamb Chops with Herbs; Mashed Potatoes with Buttermilk Lemon and Chives; sautéed Almond-crusted Chicken Cutlets with Scallion Beurre Blanc; Asparagus and Fontina Cheese Gratin, and Carrot Cake rolled with sweet Cream Cheese Filling.
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