Escondido Adult School's
Classes begin September 8th, 2008
at San Pasqual High School
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Cooking 101 – The Series
Mondays: September 8th – November 17th, 2008 (10 sessions)
6pm - 9pm                Fee:  $190.00

Food and Gas prices are soaring, but you still need to eat!
Explore the magic of cooking in this “hands on “class where you will learn the
fundamentals to cooking well. Learn what equipment you need, how to stock your
pantry, what the different cooking techniques are and when and how to use them.  
Before long you’ll be your own personal chef! Bring a chef’s knife, apron, cutting
board and containers to transport your creations home.


Kitchen Know How

Learn what equipment you need, how to stock your pantry, what the different cooking techniques are and when and how to use them.  Before long you’ll be your own personal chef! Bring a chef’s knife,
apron, cutting board and containers to transport your creations home.

Basic Knife Skills

A good knife is one of the most important tools in the kitchen. Knowing how to
use one and which knife does what job makes cooking all the more pleasurable.
Join us as we learn all about knives in this hands on class where you’ll learn to
chop, dice, slice, julienne and chiffonade. You will need a sharp chef’s knife, apron
and cutting board.


All About Spices and Herbs

Seasoning is the most important component of cooking a great meal. Spices and
herbs are the mainstays in creating the perfect seasoning mix. Join us as we explore
the differences between herbs and spices, what each is meant to do and how
different combinations create the most wonderful alchemy. Bring an apron, chef knife
and containers to transport your creations home.


The Earth’s Bounty – Vegetables and Fruit

Did you know that a healthy diet consists of 5-9 servings of vegetables and fruits a day? But, do you really know how to cook a rutabaga or brussel sprouts? Join us as we explore the earth's bounty and
learn the how, when, why and where of vegetables and fruits. Bring an apron, ziploc bags and
containers to transport your creations home.  


Where’s the Beef

Join us as we explore the world of beef.  No more guessing which cut to buy or which cooking method to use. Learn all about “grading”, what the different cuts are, cooking methods, when to buy, proper
storing, and how much to buy. Bring an apron, chef knife and containers to transport your creations
home.


Pork - The Other White Meat

Emeril is fond of saying “Pork Rules” but how often have you cooked pork only to have it turn out tough and chewy? Join us as we explore the world of pork and all it has to offer. Learn what the different cuts
are, cooking methods, when to buy, proper storing, and how much to buy. Bring an apron, chef knife
and containers to transport your creations home.


Chicken, Chicken and more Chicken

Join us as we explore the world of the humble chicken. From eggs to bird, learn all about the majesty of this wonderful bird including: how to buy, cut, store and prepare. Bring an apron, chef knife and
containers to transport your creations home.


The Ocean’s Bounty – Fish and Shellfish

Join us as we explore the ocean’s bounty and the how to of selecting fish and shellfish,  the best cooking methods, when to buy, proper storing, and how much to buy. Bring an apron, chef knife and
containers to transport your creations home.


The Mother Sauces

Sauce making has a reputation for being a difficult art, but it really only requires a few
basic methods and techniques. Learn the fundamentals necessary to creating the
most delectable sauces from tomato to hollandaise in this hands on class dedicated
to transforming an everyday meal into a special occasion feast! Bring an apron,
chef knife and containers to transport your creations home.


The Bakers Hand

Explore the world of the artisan baker where the combination of a few choice ingredients and the perfect touch of one’s hands create the most splendid alchemy. Learn the time honored techniques of
making breads and pastries that are truly your own. Bring an apron, chef knife and containers to
transport your creations home.

Alchemy of the Hearth explore the magic of cooking
Alchemy of the Hearth -  the magic of cooking
Class Schedules & Descriptions