Hands-On Mozzarella Shaping and Ricotta Making

Yes! You can make and shape fresh cheese at home. With some simple tips, techniques and cheesemaking science, we’ll teach you how to shape and stretch fresh mozzarella curds and prepare ricotta cheese from scratch. You’ll then utilize your fresh cheeses to prepare delicious and seasonal recipes perfect for summer.
 
Menu:

• Stracciatella with Grilled Peaches, Chili and Mint
• Lemon-Ricotta Pasta with Spinach and Parmigiano
• Watermelon Caprese with Balsamic and Basil
• Ricotta Dumplings with Garlic-Tomato Sauce

Skills covered in class:

• Fresh cheese making
• Kneading curds 
• Shaping fresh cheeses
• Cooking dry pasta
• Making vinaigrette 
• Balancing flavors 
• Using fresh herbs 
• Cutting and grilling fruit
• Grilling bread

In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to five and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.

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