May Classes
Wednesday, May 3, 7-9pm
One-Pot Wonders
taught by Debjani Bhaduri
You don't need multiple pots to create a stunning meal when you can throw
everything into one pot and let it cook to a sumptuous delight. Join Debjani
to sample and learn about her favorite one-pot meals including the
delectable Navaratna-Korma (nine vegetables cooked with spices in yogurt
sauce), Chow-Mein (exotic vegetable-noodle dish from the Orient),
Chicken-Biriyani (rice dish simmered to perfection with spiced chicken), and
Sewai-Payesh (aromatic vermicelli cooked in sweetened milk) - Bengal's
traditional dessert. Come and enjoy the wonders of a pot! $15 per person,
$13 for co-op members & seniors.
Tuesday, May 9, 7-9pm
Casual French
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
We're off again on travels with Chef Paige - this time to France. Paige will
use the best seasonal produce to cook up a menu that includes Asparagus &
Gruyere Tart; Salad of Warm New Potatoes with Camembert & Bacon; Seared
Salmon with Asparagus, Peas & Herbs. Another class you won't want to miss!
$18 per person, $15 for co-op members & seniors.
Thursday, May 11, 7-9pm
Quick & Healthy 30-Minute Meals
taught by Hilary Kass, Nutrition Educator
Yes, it is possible to eat a healthy dinner when you don't have much time.
In this class Hilary will demonstrate three meals that you can put together
in 30 minutes - start to finish. She'll use fresh and frozen items to make
tasty vegetarian dishes with select deli meats added optionally. Come hungry
so you you can taste all three! $15 per person, $13 for
co-op members & seniors.
Thursday, May 18, 7-9pm
From The Garden To Our Table
taught by Nancy O'Connor,
Merc Nutrition Education Director
This class will be a celebration of fresh, locally grown vegetables. Enjoy
the taste of spring in Kansas. We'll start with an appetizer of Chived
Chevre Cheese followed by Fresh Spinach & Feta Topping served alongside
homemade Rosemary Focaccia, hot from the oven. We'll enjoy locally made
Central Soyfood Tofu in a delicious stir-fry of Mizuna with Minced Tofu
served with Basmati Rice. And, of course, we'll end the evening with a
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp. $15 per person, $13 for co-op members & seniors.
Tuesday, May 23, 7-9pm
Fish Cooking Basics
taught by Chef Paige Vandegrift
If you'd like to include more heart healthy fish in your diet come to
this class with Chef Paige where you'll build your knowledge, skills and
confidence. Paige will prepare (and you'll sample) Salmon Baked with
Herb-Anchovy Butter; Bass in Parchment with Tomatoes, Olive & Orange;
Grilled Prosciutto-wrapped Scallops with Rosemary; Halibut Poached with
Fennel; and Trout with Browned Butter and Almonds. Wow! Don't wait to
register - we expect this class to fill quickly! $23
per person, $20 for co-op members & seniors.
