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Using Sourdough in Everyday Recipes
Using Sourdough in Everyday Recipes
Maybe you have a sourdough starter and know how to make bread, but what about the other things you can do with both active starter and "discard?” Come learn to use sourdough in everyday cooking and baking. Taste test and get experience making some classics—sourdough pizza dough, tortillas, pancakes, and muffins. All materials are provided,
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Auf Deutsch: Traditional German Cuisine
Auf Deutsch: Traditional German Cuisine
Immigrants from Germany brought many foods and traditions that have become part of the culinary melting pot of America. In this cooking class, Chef Mike will explore some classic dishes, including Kartoffelklösse (potato dumplings), Sauerbraten (marinated, braised beef with gingersnap gravy), Schweinshaxe (roasted pork knuckle), and, for dessert, Fantakuchen (Fanta cake, which is exactly what
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Marvelous Mushrooms
Marvelous Mushrooms
Join Chef Mike to delve into some delicious dishes using mushrooms. This overview of mushroom cookery includes a roasted mushroom roulade with crispy, buttery layers of phyllo dough; oyster mushroom and bay scallop stew with a crusty baguette; and rich duxelle with toast points. Recipes contain: milk, shellfish, dairy, wheat. Demonstration with hands-on opportunities. Tips
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Bone Broth from Scratch: A Collagen-Rich Superfood
Bone Broth from Scratch: A Collagen-Rich Superfood
Homemade bone broth that gels is an indication of bone broth rich in collagen, and it is so delicious and accessible to make! Come learn a number of ways to prepare broth with bones from any kind of animal you have access to. This simple superfood is such a gift to our joints, skin, gut,
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Baking Sourdough Bread
Baking Sourdough Bread
Learn the art of sourdough—and enjoy fresh bread, too! In this hands-on class, discover the health benefits of sourdough, how to care for a starter, and how to mix, knead, shape, and bake bread. You’ll take home a dough ball to bake, an organic starter with locally grown flour to feed it, and a recommended
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Knowledge of the Grandmothers: Stocks and Broths
Knowledge of the Grandmothers: Stocks and Broths
Our grandmothers knew the healing power of stocks and broths. Linda Conroy will share their benefits in a hands-on workshop. Participants will be inspired to boost the nutritional value and flavor of stocks and broths, using vegetables, mushrooms, beef and chicken bones, and herbs. Bring your favorite vessel to take home base ingredients. Recipes, samples,
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Cultural Influences of Gumbo: Italian
Cultural Influences of Gumbo: Italian
We will explore the history, culture, and foods that made Louisiana a true melting pot. We will explore by ingredients and/or culture, sampling foods that contributed to the main dish of the state, Gumbo. Join Steffry to discuss the traditions and history that make Louisiana what it is today. On the menu: Olive Salad and
Cooking with Chef Paul: Dumplings and Potstickers
Cooking with Chef Paul: Dumplings and Potstickers
Potstickers and dumplings—a classic appetizer and also a meal in itself! Join Chef Paul to learn how to make potstickers from scratch. Make your own wrappers, fillings, and dipping sauce! Chef Paul will also teach the basic pasta dough-making skills in the class, plus how to cook the dumplings and how to fry the pot
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Nutrition Tips for Reducing Inflammation
Learn how to manage and reduce inflammation through dietary choices. Join Katy Wallace, ND of Human Nature, LLC in a discussion of dietary tweaks that maximize health progress. Discover which foods help reduce pain and autoimmune behavior while clarifying skin, and supporting gut, brain, and hormone health.
Sprouts: Earth Day Party!
Sprouts: Earth Day Party!
Mr. T and the Sprouts are celebrating Earth Day with some fun and tasty kitchen activities. We’ll make some green smoothies, whip up some veggies and dip, get a bit grossed out making edible “dirt cups (with worms!),” and then plant some herb seeds in a cup to take home to grow in the kitchen
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Sprouts: Earth Day Party!
Sprouts: Earth Day Party!
Mr. T and the Sprouts are celebrating Earth Day with some fun and tasty kitchen activities. We’ll make some green smoothies, whip up some veggies and dip, get a bit grossed out making edible “dirt cups (with worms!),” and then plant some herb seeds in a cup to take home to grow in the kitchen
It’s Garden Time!
It’s Garden Time!
It's time to raise our gardens from their winter slumber (or to manifest a new garden if you're a first-timer)! Growing your own food, herbs, and flowers is one of the most joyful and rewarding experiences. Wendy will talk about how to get your gardening on by addressing setup, timing, and consistency. Spring/cool-weather gardening is
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Cooking with Chef Paul: Thai Curry and Spring Rolls
Cooking with Chef Paul: Thai Curry and Spring Rolls
Join Chef Paul to learn how to make a Thai fresh curry paste and turn into a curry dish (vegetarian or carnivore—your choice). In addition, we will also explore the fresh spring rolls with various protiens, vegetables, and sauces. Recipes contain: seafood. Demonstration. Tips for class attendees: Close-toed shoes, clothes that are not baggy or
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It’s Garden Time!
It’s Garden Time!
It's time to raise our gardens from their winter slumber (or to manifest a new garden if you're a first-timer)! Growing your own food, herbs, and flowers is one of the most joyful and rewarding experiences. Wendy will talk about how to get your gardening on by addressing setup, timing, and consistency. Spring/cool-weather gardening is
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Baking with Chef Paul: Spring Puff Pastry
Baking with Chef Paul: Spring Puff Pastry
Wondering how to make classic or fast puff pastry? Join Chef Paul in this class to make you happy and learn everything you need to know about puff pastry. On the menu: puff pastry loaded with seasonal vegetables, mini wellingtons, radish tarts, cheese straws, and more—all from scratch. Recipes contain: wheat, egg. Demonstration. Tips for
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Foraging and Using Nettles: Food, Tea, and Tinctures
Foraging and Using Nettles: Food, Tea, and Tinctures
“Stinging” nettles are one of the most nutrient-dense greens around, and they grow all over the Madison area! Learn how to identify, forage, and use nettles in cooking, for tea, and as an herbal tincture (and how to preserve them for later). We’ll taste-test these wild spring greens, and each participant will take home a
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Class Refund Policy
Unless otherwise stated in the event description, registrations for events canceled by Willy Street Co-op will be fully refunded. Individuals wishing to cancel their registration for events must contact education@willystreet.coop at least 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 72 hours of an event. To cover incurred costs, there are no exceptions to the refund policy besides gifting your class seat to anyone of your choice for the class you paid for.
