Nontraditional Thanksgiving

Believe it or not, there are a lot of people out there whose ideal Thanksgiving dinner does not include turkey and stuffing. For all of those non-traditionalists, we have the perfect solution for you! Join us for an elegant and festive feast that not only celebrates the harvest, but will satisfy all of your culinary cravings this holiday season.

Menu:

• Brussels Sprout, Kale and Apple Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
• Red Wine Braised Duck Legs with Pearl Onions and Dried Fruit
• Mushroom and Shallot Risotto
• Balsamic and Butter-Glazed Acorn Squash with Toasted Hazelnuts
• Pumpkin Cake with Pecan Streusel Glaze

Skills Covered in Class:

• Working with dark leafy greens and winter squash
• Preparing vinaigrette
• Balancing flavors
• Selecting and braising duck
• Determining duck doneness
• Working with Arborio rice
• Mixing cake ingredients
• Determining cake doneness
• Preparing glazes