Have fun in the kitchen over winter break! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will experiment with approachable-yet-sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. Your teen will learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work.
Day One: Italian Holiday
Menu:
Have fun in the kitchen over winter break! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will experiment with approachable-yet-sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. Your teen will learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work.
Day One: Italian Holiday
Menu:
- Chicken Saltimbocca (Sautéed Chicken with Prosciutto, Provolone and Sage) with Lemony Sauce
- Risotto with Parmesan and Fresh Herbs
- Tiramisu (Whipped Mascarpone and Lady Fingers)
Skills covered in class:
- Getting familiar with Italian ingredients
- Selecting and sautéing chicken
- Determining chicken doneness
- Making pan sauce
- Working with arborio rice and fresh herbs
- Whipping cream
- Working with lady fingers
- Making simple syrup
Day Two: Winter Comfort Food
Menu:
- Meat Loaf with Tomato Glaze
- Homemade Skillet Mac-n-Cheese
- Apple Fritters with Vanilla Icing
Skills covered in class:
- Selecting ground meat
- Making glazes and icings
- Resting times
- Making béchamel
- Selecting apples
- Preparing batter
- Deep frying
Day Three: Holiday Appetizers
Menu:
- Cocktail Meatballs with Spiced Cranberry Sauce
- Flatbread with Sautéed Onions, Spinach and Goat cheese
- Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
- Baked Pimento Cheese Dip with Tortilla Chips
Skills covered in class:
- Selecting ground meat
- Making sweet and savory sauces
- Balancing flavors
- Working with and rolling out yeast dough
- Working with dark leafy greens
- Sautéing vegetables
- Preparing cheese fillings
- Making dip
Day Four: Festive Winter Baking
Menu:
- Honey-Roasted Pear and Ginger Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
- Individual Cranberry Custard Tarts with Vanilla Whipped Cream
- Milk Chocolate-Gingerbread Truffles
Skills covered in class:
- Selecting and roasting fruit
- Understanding baking ingredients
- Mixing cake batter
- Determining cake doneness
- Preparing frosting
- Making and baking custard
- Whipping cream
- Selecting and working with chocolate
- Working with spices
