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March 2025

LUNCH AND LEARN – MARCH 21

Need some new ideas for dinner? This menu is delicious, easy and you can learn to make it by watching! At our DEMONSTRATION you can relax and be served lunch. Come for a fun experience to enjoy Sauteed Pork Medallions with Leeks in Mustard-Chive Sauce, served with Roasted Red Potatoes and Baby Spinach. Dessert will be Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce.
Friday Mar 21st
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00

LOW CARB COOKING~ CLASS IS FULL~

Low carb diets have been used for decades to stimulate weight loss and lower added sugars and help reduce the risk of disease. This class introduces foods that are low in carbs, & rich in foods the body can assimilate more easily. Our lesson is Low Carb Crispy Sesame Chicken & Broccoli Stir Fry; Ham and Gouda Cheese Stromboli in Herbed Cream Cheese Pastry Crust; Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers Recipe with NY Steak, Poblano Peppers and Mushrooms; Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Roasted Tomatoes and Mozzarella Cheese; Cheesy Meatballs Topped with Marinara & Ricotta, and Shrimp In Garlic Wine Cream Sauce with Cauliflower Risotto.
Tuesday Mar 25th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes

PUFF PASTRY AND PHYLLO~CALL 480-596-5628 TO REGISTER~

Using these two specialty Pastries adds dimension and flair to any meal. Each requires an understanding of the techniques of using them to achieve the best results. Come for a fun and enchanting lesson to add these recipes to your repertoire. Our lesson is Phyllo Wrapped Honey Mustard Salmon; Brie and Shiitake Mushroom Phyllo Puffs; Cuban-Style Pastry Turnovers; Puff Pastry-Wrapped Brie with Raspberries; Individual Upside-Down Fuji Apple Tarts; Mini Puff Pastry Bear Claws with Spiced Chocolate Filling, and Pecan Sticky Bun Phyllo Crinkle Cake.
Wednesday Mar 26th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
April 2025
Skillet Korean Chicken Bulgogi

AROUND THE WORLD IN A SKILLET

Borrowing an idea from a well-known cookbook author, we are taking a tour around the world with dishes that can all be created by using one pan everyone has – the skillet. In these recipes you’ll find excellent choices for dinners, side dishes and desserts. Soon to be family favorites! Our lesson is Skillet Korean Chicken Bulgogi; Balsamic Pork Loin Chops braised with Fresh Tomato, Onions, Garlic, and Feta; New York Strip Steak & Mushrooms with Red Zinfandel Cream Sauce; Boneless Chicken & Chickpea Yellow Curry with Flatbread; Savory Maître D Garlic Butter Skillet Roasted Cod; German-Style Pan Fried Potatoes with Bacon, and Cast Iron Skillet Salted Caramel Apple Crisp A la mode with Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.
Tuesday Apr 1st
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Cast Iron Garlic Butter Shrimp over Spaghetti Noodles

CAST IRON GOODNESS

Cast Iron pans make great vessels for cooking for many reasons. They heat and cook evenly, allow a crust to form on your food, can be used on any cooking surface, become non-stick when a patina develops and are inexpensive, quality cookware pieces. Come learn a great variety of dishes that cook best when using cast iron pans. Our lesson is Cast Iron Baked Crab Dip with Crostini; Cast Iron Garlic Butter Shrimp over Spaghetti Noodles; Boursin Chicken, Mushroom, and Asparagus Skillet; Cast Iron Boneless Pork Chops with Creamy White Wine & Dijon Sauce; Cast Iron New York Strip Steaks with Blue Cheese Compound Butter; Old Fashioned Crispy Cornbread Sticks with Jalapeno & Cheddar Cheese, and dessert of Cast-Iron Blackberry Cobbler with Spiked Rum Sauce.
Wednesday Apr 2nd
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Pan Fried Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Port-Balsamic Reduction Sauce

PUT A STEAK ON IT

When we think of steak it’s usually the main event in a meal. Here we’re learning to cook a variety of steaks including Air Fryer Teriyaki New York Steak Tips and Broccoli; Sauteed Rib-Eye Steaks with Mustard Parmesan Crust; Pan Fried Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Port-Balsamic Reduction Sauce; Baked Rolled Flank Steak Stuffed with Spinach, Bacon, Mushrooms and Cheese; Grilled Sirloin Salad with Mango, Avocado, and Thai Peanut Dressing; Indoor Cast Iron Pan Grilled Garlic Butter Strip Steak & Shrimp, and Cube Steak Parmesan.
Tuesday Apr 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
Easy Goat Cheese Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce

SUPERSTAR TACOS ENCHILADAS NACHOS~ CLASS IS FULL~

These specialties make great meals in any combination for any gathering. They teach easily created meals that will be enjoyed every time you prepare them. Come have fun and learn these favorite specialties. Our lesson is Oaxacan Grilled Steak Tacos with Crisp Corn Taco Shells; Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas; Baked Marinated Shrimp Enchiladas; Sheet Pan Shrimp Tacos with Queso Fresca; Easy Goat Cheese Enchiladas with Red Chile Sauce; Pork Tenderloin Tacos with Tangy Slaw, and Strawberry Cheesecake Tacos.
Wednesday Apr 9th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
Crispy Crusted Herb Butter Baked Cod with Lemon White Wine Sauce

LUNCH AND LEARN – APRIL 11

Here is a great menu you can use for your guests or family on a special occasion. Join in for a DEMONSTRATION of Crispy Crusted Herb Butter Baked Cod with Lemon White Wine Sauce. It will be served with Sheet Pan Roasted Gnocchi & Spring Vegetables, tossed with Roasted Garlic Olive Oil & shaved Parmesan. Dessert will be Whipped Amaretto Ricotta Mousse and A Trio of Berries.
Friday Apr 11th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$50.00
Sauteed Shrimp Cakes with Scallion Dip

COCKTAIL PARTIES WITH STYLE

If you want to spend time with your friends, why not invite them to enjoy a menu that goes all out? This menu stands out using the best quality foods resulting in flavors that are richly delicious. The presentations are creative & impressive. Come for a fun morning of cooking to learn a menu that includes: Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps; Asparagus Tart with Gruyere and Balsamic Glaze; Sweet Pea Bruschetta with Ricotta; Mini Beef Wellington Bites with Creamy Horseradish Sauce; Sauteed Shrimp Cakes with Scallion Dip; Whipped Feta with Fresh Herbs with Baked Pita Chips, and Mini Lemon Cheesecakes. We will enjoy our meal with Champagne Mint Juleps.
Tuesday Apr 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
Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers

NO FEAR GRILLING

Using a grill is a fast and valuable cooking method. Feeling confident with your grill comes from understanding how to operate it, use correct temperatures, and correct timing for all food you cook. This valuable lesson will provide the information you need. Join us for a fun, no fear lesson of Grilled Asparagus Skirt Steak Bundles; Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple Skewers; Dijon Grilled Boneless Pork Chops; Lemon Rosemary Grilled Chicken Breasts; Grilled Shrimp Panzanella Salad; Pesto-Stuffed Grilled Portobellos, and Grilled Angel Food Cake Triple Berry Trifle.
Wednesday Apr 16th
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sweet Basil Culinary Center
8900 E Pinnacle Peak Rd., #C-5, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255
  • Amy Barnes
$105.00
Stir-Fried Flank Steak and Veggies

WOK IT

When you want a fast-made meal with the goodness of fresh foods filled with lots of flavors, this is the easiest way to make that cooking goal happen. Our lesson will take you step by step of how to prep, and quickly prepare an entire meal in one cooking vessel, the wok! Our fun session teaches these Asian specialties. Come for Lemongrass Chicken Pot Stickers; Sweet Chili Firecracker Shrimp; Stir-Fried Flank Steak and Veggies; Sesame Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry; Hibachi Fried Rice Recipe (Japanese Style Fried Rice); Hoisin Pork & Vegetable Stir-Fry, and Beef & Udon Noodle Stir-Fry.
Tuesday Apr 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
Chicken Gyros with Yogurt-Dill Sauce & Pita

ITS GREEK TO ME

Fast becoming one of America’s favorite of the Mediterranean cuisines, Greek food is made with the goodness of fresh ingredients coupled with specialties of the culture. Come learn what preparing it is all about. Working with Phyllo is one of the delights included in this lesson! Join us to prepare Marinated Greek Vegetable Salad with Feta; Chicken Gyros with Yogurt-Dill Sauce & Pita; Grape Leaves Stuffed with Dill-Scented Rice; Greek-Style Linguini with Shrimp & Artichoke Hearts; Orzo Baked with Greek Cheeses; Greek Ziti, Beef & Cheese Bake, and Walnut Baklava Rolls.
Wednesday Apr 23rd
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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