2008 Spring Cooking Classes

Classes will be held in May, 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Trinity United Methodist Church at 16th and A Streets.*

Growing and Cooking with Herbs Tuesday May 6

Culinary herbs are easy to grow and use! Long-time member and past president of the Nebraska Herbal Society, Bonnie Bake, will share herbal info with you. She will show you how to care for bedding plants and prepare easy delicious herbal recipes. Find out how rewarding and tasty it is to bring herbs from your own garden to your dinner table!

Art of Brewing Kombucha Tuesday May 20

Learn the history, art and craft of making this traditionally fermented drink. Discussion will include the health benefits as well as some of the myths of kombucha. A few of starter cultures will be available from instructor Elenanor Sodergren.

World Cheese Sampler Thursday May 22

Explore a wide variety of international, domestic, and local cheese. Sample and compare an array of cheeses and discover the nuances of exotic flavors. Instructed by Open Harvest Dairy Manager Jim Larson.

Fresh Spring Salads Thursday May 29

Tired of the same old salad? Are you looking for new fresh ideas to invigorate your menu and your body? Join Janet Buck R. D. and learn to make your salads more exciting using spring garden vegetables and creative toppings, including healthy nuts. Janet will include recipes for appetizing, healthy salad dressings.

You can register by phone with a Visa or Mastercard by calling  475-9069.

*This is the last session at this facility as the church is relocating. We are looking for another health department approved kitchen facility in the area suitable for classes. If you have a recommendation, call Jackie 475-9033.