Jan D’Atri Class Schedule

This lesson teaches how to use many fresh ingredients to create the healthy, flavorful dishes we know as Mediterranean foods. Join us for a fun cooking adventure and fabulous lesson of Scordalia (Italy's Creamy Garlic Dip) with Boiled Pasta Crispy Flatbread Wedges; Stuffed Grape Leaves with Avgolemono Dipping Sauce; Mediterranean Orzo Salad; Feta, Spinach & Cherry Tomato Stuffed Salmon; Garlicky Greek Chicken with Lemon Potatoes; Grilled Halloumi with Citrus and Avocado, and dessert of Mediterranean Ricotta Cookies.

Here is a fun lesson introducing a delicious array of International Pies and Tarts. The perfect Crust is where we begin. Each team will make a Crust from scratch. The fillings are world class favorites, with choices for any occasion. Come for an inspiring session to learn Norwegian Salmon and Dill Tart; Italian Cremini & Caramelized Onion Tart; French Chocolate Silk Pie; Irish Apple Pie with Custard; Strawberry Rhubarb Pie; English Banoffee Pie (Banana, Toffee and Cream), and Swiss Nuss Torte (Shortbread Pastry Filled with Nuts & Caramel).

In spring, foods of the Tuscan region are made up of an assortment of light, flavorful ingredients which often include fresh Produce, Cheeses, Pastas and Pastries. We’ll use these ingredients to cook traditional, simply prepared dishes. Come learn to make this satisfying array of dishes which include al Fresco Antipasto Salad; Florentine Butter Chicken; Mushroom Risotto; creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta; Tuscan grilled Trout; homemade Gnudi in Parmesan Butter Sauce, and dessert of Bomboloni (Italian filled soft, fluffy Doughnuts with rich Cream Filling).

Why not invite a friend to share the experience of a DEMONSTRATION class and lunch you can enjoy together. The recipes from this lesson could become new family favorites! We hope you can join us for New York Steak with classic Peppercorn Sauce, served with Savory Mushroom & Gruyere Puff Pastry Roll. Dessert will be Salted Caramel Apple Parfait.

If you love Pasta, here is a lesson that is made up of lighter Pastas and Sauces for springtime enjoyment. Come make Pasta from scratch and experience how light and delicious it is! Our lesson is Pasta with Shrimp & Pistachio Pesto; Stanley Tucci's Pasta alla Nerano with Zucchini; Homemade Pappardelle with Portobello Mushroom Ragu; Light and Delicate Caprese; Pasta Pockets with Homemade Marinara Sauce; Zucchini Pasta with Homemade Pesto, and Grilled Chicken & Orzo Pasta Salad. Dessert will be Apple Fritter Focaccia.

We will learn from one of our favorite cookbook authors using her book “Barefoot In Paris”. We’ve selected a group of her amazing recipes to prepare. In Ina fashion we have added a cocktail to enjoy with our meal. Join us for a fun cooking experience to make Ina's Favorite Cheese Puffs; Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic; Potato Celery Root Puree; Pan seared Steak with Béarnaise Sauce; Cauliflower Gratin; Avocado & Grapefruit Salad, and Lemon Meringue Tart. We’ll enjoy our meal with a Raspberry Royale Cocktail.

Learn to be successful making Sourdough Bread! Join us to learn all the steps with a hands-on experience that blends science, patience, and creativity. You will work with a living starter, feel the dough transform under your fingertips, and understand the subtle art of fermentation. You will be guided from making the starter to shaping, scoring and baking the bread, learning tips that make the process less intimidating and more rewarding. Our recipes are: Basic Sourdough Country Boule; Rustic Honey Whole Wheat Sourdough Loaf; Sourdough English Muffins; Sourdough Kalamata Olive and Rosemary Baguette; Sourdough Jalapeño Cheddar Rolls; The “Poolish Method” Cinnamon-Raisin Bread, and Sourdough Chocolate Cake.

Learn to turn an abundance of fresh Vegetables and Fruits harvested in spring into Italian foods you will absolutely love! Italian traditions rely on simplicity and use of the freshest ingredients to create classic Italian flavors. Join us for a delightful lesson to make homemade Ricotta on Crostini with charred sweet Tomatoes; Pasta Primavera with homemade Testaroli Pasta & Spring Vegetables; creamy Artichoke, Spring Pea & Pesto Pasta; Tuscan Chicken Skillet; Cheesy Rigatoni Torta; Springtime Frittata with Asparagus, Onion & Fontina, the original St. Louis Pasta House Italian Salad, and Pan De San Marco (Italy's version of Bostock).

There’s something magical about transforming simple ingredients—milk, cultures, and a pinch of salt—into a creamy, flavorful cheeses you can eat right away. In this class we will separate the curds and whey, stretch, blend and use cultures to transform simple ingredients and make the magic come alive. In this class you will learn to make each of these Cheeses from scratch. Join us for our lesson which includes Homemade Farmhouse Cheddar; Cheese Curds; Ricotta; Mozzarella; Mascarpone; Grilled Halloumi on Crostini; Polish Dessert Cheese, and Cheese Curd Churros.

If you’re a bacon lover come see how using it can transform a wide range of dishes into foods you won’t be able to get enough of. The smoky, savory flavors pair beautifully with both sweet and salty foods, adding depth and a touch of gourmet to any dish. Come to enjoy a lesson of Caramelized Bacon Jam & Brie Crostini; Bourbon, Bacon, Blue Cheese & Steak Sliders; Beer & Bacon Mac & Cheese; Apple-Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Cajun Pork Tenderloin; Potato & Bacon Quiche with Bacon Lattice Crust; Bacon Appetizer Platter of Maple Bacon Crack & Beer Candied Bacon, and Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls.

Why not invite a friend to join you to share lunch and a lesson of this classic French favorite! Have fun while you learn the method so to create the depth of flavors of this great dish. Come enjoy our DEMONSTRATION of Classic Beef Bourguignon, served with Parmesan roasted Potatoes. Dessert will be Elegant Strawberry Macarons with French Vanilla Ice Cream.

Italian foods are a favorite cuisine for many families - it’s comfort food at its best. If your child is aged 8 or above and is interested in cooking, this lesson will put them on the path to being comfortable in the kitchen with recipes made for family meals. Sign up for a lesson of Italian Tomato Basil Soup; Mozzarella & Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels; Roasted Veggie Lasagna; Homemade Spaghetti & Meatballs; Cheesy Italian Sausage Dip; Parmesan Chicken Tenders, and Fun-Size Italian Chocolate Meatball Cookies.