Amy Barnes Class Schedule

Taking a grill class will give you the information you need to be confident with the grilling process. In this lesson you will gain an understanding of different cuts of meat, how to tenderize them, and add flavor using rubs and marinades. You will learn about cooking temperatures, placement and heat levels of the grill and timing for each food we cook. Our lesson is Grilled Jerk Pork Tenderloin with Cuban Black Beans; Grilled Shrimp & Tomatoes over Linguine with Basil and Parmesan; Grilled Lemongrass Steak Skewers; Chicken Cordon Bleu Burgers on Onion Rolls; Polynesian Pork & Pineapple Kabobs, and Grilled Brioche with warm Bourbon Berries and topped with whipped sweetened Sour Cream.

One of the most popular veggies right now is the humble Cabbage. In this assortment of veggie recipes centered around cabbage, we will discover how delicious they are. Join in to learn this amazing collection. We will make Air fryer Eggplant Parmesan bites with Sun-dried Tomato Dip; Sheet pan fall Vegetables with Gnocchi, Arugula and Mozzarella Pearls; Hearty beefy stuffed cabbage soup; Poblano stuffed with chorizo, shrimp and rice; Roasted million-dollar Cabbage Casserole with thick Bacon and Smoked Gouda Sauce, and (okonomiyaki) Cabbage Pancakes with Dipping Sauce.

Nothing says fall like the aroma of pies baking in the oven. Come for a cozy, hands-on class celebrating the flavors of the harvest season as we learn the secrets to tender, flaky crusts, rich seasonal fillings, and beautiful pie finishes. This class will give you choices for impressive Thanksgiving Pies you can make for your celebration this year! Join us for a fun and festive lesson to create Buttery southern Pecan Pie bites; Swedish Sour Cream Apple Pie; Five Spice Pumpkin Pie with Phyllo Crust; Lemongrass Lemon Meringue Pie; Pecan, Caramel and Fudge Pie with Chocolate Cookie Crust, and Peanut Butter & Pretzel Pie.

Discover the magic and versatility of Phyllo Dough and Puff Pastry as key components which can be used to transform simple ingredients into elegant appetizers, beautiful entrées, and unforgettable desserts. In this class, you'll learn how to handle, fill, fold, shape, bake, and serve these flaky favorites with recipes perfect for holiday entertaining, family dinners, brunches, and special occasions. When you understand these techniques, this collection of impressive recipes will be at your fingertips when you need them! Smoked Salmon and Dill Palmieres; Phyllo wrapped Greek Chicken Breast stuffed with Herbed Feta; Salmon with puff pastry and pesto; Phyllo and Ricotta Cheese Tarts with Berries; Cast iron Phyllo Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing, and Classic Almond Bear Claws.

Imagine for a moment being in Tuscany this time of year when Italy is rich in seasonal ingredients that are ideal for fall dishes. This class will teach you comforting regional recipes using elements of the wine and olive harvest season; allowing you to experience the shape of Tuscan cooking. Come for our lesson of Tuscan White Bean Soup with crusty Bread; Artichoke & Red Pepper Bruschetta; Spinach Caprese Salad with fresh Mozzarella; Pepperoni stuffed mushrooms caps; Spinach stuffed chicken parmesan bundles; Spaghetti Aglio e olio (slivered Garlic & Olive Oil); Marsala Zabaglione over fresh Berries, and White Chocolate Lattes.

Roasting is one of the most valuable cooking methods to understand and know how to do well. It turns simple meats, seafood and vegetables into deeply flavorful meals and is easy to do. As we get ready for Thanksgiving and the holiday season, this is a valuable lesson giving you versatility, timing, temperatures, doneness and resting for success with all your dishes. Learn as we prepare Roasted Red Pepper Bisque; Penne Pasta with roasted Butternut Squash, Turkey Sausage and Sage; Roasted Brussels Sprouts with hot Honey & crispy Bacon; Roasted Shrimp with Champagne-Shallot Sauce over Orzo Risotto; Pork Tenderloin with Bread Stuffing and wrapped in Bacon, and Pan-roasted boneless Chicken Thighs with Balsamic Grapes and Rosemary. We will enjoy our meal with Roasted Strawberry Basil Spritzers.

Your grill is your easiest tool to cook anything in a quick and flavorful way. Learn the fine points of grilling from choosing cuts of meat to making rubs, marinades, and sauces to accompany. We will gain an understanding of temperatures, placement, and cooking time for a variety of foods we love on the grill. Our lesson will be Grilled Salmon with Jalapeno, Tequila-Lime Butter over Quinoa and Black Bean Salad; Buffalo Chicken Burgers with grilled Radicchio Salad with Sherry-Mustard Dressing; Charred-Vegetable Guacamole topped with Queso Fresco and Ancho Chile Tortilla Chips; Grilled Honey Garlic Ginger Pork Tenderloin; Bourbon- and Cola-glazed Rib Eye Steak Kebabs, and Grilled Orange Margarita with Smoked Sea Salt.

Not much is as comforting and satisfying as soup. Make it the main event for dinner and you have a meal everyone will love! Steaming with endless choices of flavors at this time of year is perfect for this cozy seasonal meal in a bowl! Enjoy a lesson of Brie Mushroom Soup; Chicken Almond Mole; Creamy Shrimp & Corn Stew; Spicy Tomato & Red Lentil Soup with homemade Naan; Parsnip Bisque; Coconut Curry Pumpkin Soup, and Chile Con Carne with Cheddar Shortcakes.

In this class you can take advantage of the remarkable things an air fryer can do. It can cook everything you love with a practical tool that makes meals lighter, and crispier with less mess over conventional cooking. Come let us show you how air fry cooking is fun and how successful results will be! Our great lesson will make you pull your air fryer from your garage and use it every day! Join us for an air fry lesson teaching Ham and Brie Pastries with Apricot Dijon Sauce; glazed mini Meatloaves; Eggplant Parmesan rounds topped with Marinara & Mozzarella; Garlic Ranch Wings; easy Shrimp Fajitas, and Parmesan & Cream Cheese stuffed Mushrooms.

This class promises a few wonderful things! First, it will be fun and delicious; it has bold flavors, gorgeous presentations, and exciting combos that compete to steal the show of the entrée. Learn these irresistible dishes that create memorable evenings! Our dynamic lesson is Truffle Macaroni and Cheese with Gorgonzola Shrimp and Bacon; creamy Polenta with Brie and Sun-dried Tomatoes; roasted Pumpkin & Garlic Orecchiette; French Onion stuffed Potatoes topped with Gruyere; Chipotle spiralized Sweet Potato noodle salad with roasted Corn; Quinoa Risotto with assorted Mushrooms and Thyme, and Cornbread Sausage Stuffing.

Would you like to have a holiday party where you and your friends can enjoy a great evening, but need a lesson on how to get it all right? This class will teach timing, make ahead ideas, presentation tips, with a menu that is generous but not overwhelming. Learn to entertain with confidence as you take this class. Our menu is Crispy Coconut Shrimp Cakes with Lime; Flank Steak with Horseradish Aioli & Arugula on Baguette; warm Asiago Dip with Garlic and Oregano buttered Crostini; Spinach, Crab & Artichoke mini Puff Pastry Tarts; Brie and Wild Mushroom Phyllo Puffs; Sausage & Bell Pepper Wonton Cups. We will enjoy a cocktail of a Thanksgiving Margarita.

Come for a fun cookie making class to be part of making 14 varieties of specialty Holiday Cookies! They make great gifts to share as a special treat! We will gather the ingredients for each cookie ahead of time; you come to make and bake them, and when we are finished, each person will take home 16 – 18 dozen Cookies. We work in teams of two, so you could sign up with a friend to be a team. Sign up early & bring containers to take your cookies home.