Minnetonka Community Education

Experience and explore new family-favorite party dishes, including mouthwatering copycat KFC® and from-scratch air fryer yeasted glazed doughnuts, pizza, egg rolls and burgers. Create the copycat KFC® , doughnuts, and pizza from homemade dough. Cook Along: Copycat KFC® and yeasted glazed doughnuts Demonstration: Pizza, egg rolls and burgers Equipment: Air Fryer Stand-Mixer (recommended) Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Fall into the season with a homemade pie. Discover a technique for making a pie crust and filling from scratch to create a double-crusted apple pie. While the double-crusted pie is baking, you'll use the leftover crust to make hand pies and discuss how to store and keep the pie for Thanksgiving.

Baklava is a traditional Greek layered dessert pastry made with phyllo, chopped nuts and other secret ingredients bathed in dreamy syrup. Spanakopita is a Greek savory pastry, consisting of a filling made of spinach, cheese and other secret ingredients wrapped in delicate sheets of phyllo pastry. Explore these traditional dishes by creating baklava rolls and spanakopita triangles. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Get your chopsticks ready! Register for this Master Class and learn how to create, from scratch, a wonderful Chinese “better-than-take-out” meal in your own kitchen! The class will include a cook-along option for 4 recipes and one additional recipe will be demonstrated. On the Cook-Along Menu: fried rice, orange chicken, General Tso’s chicken and veggie or chicken egg rolls. The additional demonstration only recipe is chicken or pork lo mein. Equipment: Wok (recommended) Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Steamed buns, or Bao, are a popular street food in many countries in East and Southeast Asia, especially in China. They are easy to eat and provide complete nutrients in one bite. Learn to make chashu chicken with pickled vegetables and cabbage bao—starting with homemade dough and finishing with delicious, flavorful fillings.

Explore the art of making freshly baked homemade copycat Cinnabon® cinnamon rolls and next level, viral Dubai chocolate bars with made-from-scratch kadaifi. Equipment: 1" deep silicone Dubai chocolate bar mold Instant read kitchen thermometer (recommended) Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Learn how to make your own homemade classic pierogi and wonderful sweet berry pierogi with two types of homemade dough and filling that will make your taste buds dance for joy! Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Step into the soothing world of soulful soups and gourmet French bread in this elegant, cook-along experience. Explore and create two comforting soups, chicken and dumplings and chicken orzo avgolemono, as well as a gourmet french loaf of bread. Choose one soup for your cook-along, and watch a demonstration of the other, or choose to make both. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Embark on a flavorful adventure as you explore the art of fermentation! Learn research-based techniques and get hands-on experience making sauerkraut and fermented vegetables to take home. Explore food safety and acidity to the proper equipment, food and jar preparation and fermenting techniques. Guided by the Hennepin County Master Gardener Volunteer Certified Food Preservation Consultants from UMN Extension, this workshop promises to be both enlightening and fun.

Mezze refers to what we all know as finger foods and dips. Discover how to bring warmth, color and the flavors of the Mediterranean to your fall and winter gatherings with this mezze-style charcuterie board. The board will include four scratch-made dips, warm-spiced Greek meatballs and handmade pita bread rounded out with fresh and pickled vegetables, olives, fruit and nuts. Cook Along: Silky whipped feta dip Tzatziki dip Greek meatballs Homemade pita bread Demonstration: Muhammara dip Greek hummus Greek sesame bread sticks (time permitting) Participants will receive recipes for all dishes made and demonstrated during the class. Equipment: Food processor or blender Stand-mixer (recommended) Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Gather the whole family and join the fun baking and building your own show-stopping gingerbread house from scratch from the walls to the royal icing "glue". Equipment: Large sheet pan Parchment paper or non-stick baking mat Rolling pin Stand or hand mixer Participants will receive a list of ingredients and recipes in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Discover the step-by-step process of making dolmáthes - a tender grape leaf delicately filled with savory rice and seasoned meat filling, simmered and finished with a luxurious avgolemono sauce. Complete your meal with a loaf of crusty artisan bread. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Uncover the secrets of creating a lavish Greek hot dish, pastitsio, and divine gourmet garlic rolls. Pastitsio is a culmination of layered Greek pasta, savory spiced meat sauce and a topping of "mile high" cheesy béchamel sauce baked to perfection. Discover the secret to creating the instructor's Greek salad dressing to top a classic, crisp Greek salad. Equipment: Stand-mixer - highly recommended Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Discover the joy of making fresh, handcrafted ravioli from start to finish. Create delicate pasta dough from scratch and fill it with two mouthwatering fillings - spinach and three cheese and spinach-cheese blend with sausage. Learn the process of stuffing and shaping the ravioli and cooking them with your favorite sauce. Recommended Equipment (Not Required): Inexpensive pasta roller Stand-mixer or food processor Ravioli maker mold Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Discover the art of crafting Japanese miso ramen from the ground up. You'll be making ramen noodles from scratch, followed by braising chashu chicken and preparing a flavorful miso broth. Your homemade ramen will be topped with marinated soft-boiled eggs and a selection of delicious toppings.

Discover the healthful flavors of Korean cuisine in this interactive class. You’ll prepare kimchi stew (kimchi jjigae), japchae (stir-fried sweet potato noodles with beef), and finish with SuJeongGwa (spiced apple tea.)

Explore the step-by-step process of making fresh Muffuletta bread and a vibrant olive and veggie giardiniera-style condiment before assembling this iconic flavor-packed colossal sandwich. Follow a demonstration on how to create a full flavored colorful King Cake, complete with festive flair and filling and warm, powdered sugar-dusted beignets. Cook Along: Muffuletta bread and sandwich fixings Demonstration: King Cake and beignets Participants will receive recipes for all dishes made and demonstrated during the class. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Explore all the steps of pie making, from making a crust to preparing all the filling for your pie using the freshest apples. You will be surprised how easy it is! Each student will leave class with a hot apple pie to share with family and friends. Boxes will be provided. Please bring a rolling pin, if you have one.

Step into a sweet winter wonderland in this holiday cookie workshop. Explore four amazing gourmet cookies using two different types of dough: Cookie Monster-monster cookies, classic monster cookies and NYC-style stuffed cookies with cheesecake and fudgy brownie fillings. The instructor will also demonstrate how to stuff cookies with the viral Dubai chocolate and apple crumble. Participants will receive recipes for all cookies made and demonstrated during the class. Required Equipment: Stand-mixer Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Embark on a delicious journey in apple preservation! Gain research-based knowledge and hands-on experience in preserving apples in delightful ways: canned applesauce and fermented apple cider vinegar. You'll not only learn the science behind food safety and acidity but also master the proper equipment, food and jar preparation, boiling water canning and fermenting techniques. Guided by the Hennepin County Master Gardener Volunteer Certified Food Preservation Consultants from UMN Extension, this workshop promises to be both informative and enjoyable.

Many agree that the joy of eating freshly made pizza can rarely be surpassed, but there is so much more to pizza than just eating! The satisfaction of understanding the art form takes years to develop and understand. All participants will learn how to make a wonderful Neapolitan style pizza comparable to the pizza made in brick ovens from gourmet pizza restaurants! The class will include a presentation on the “Principles of Pizza Making” and the “Do’s and Don’ts of pizza and sauce making”. It is highly recommended that students have a pizza stone or pizza steel, but it is not required. Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep and an all-inclusive recipe and information packet after the class. Note: One registration fee for this class can include immediate family members living full-time in the same home. If children are participating, adult supervision is required.

Discover the nourishing power of lentils in this vegetarian cooking class designed to inspire and energize your home cooking. We’ll guide you through three flavorful, plant-based dishes that are as comforting as they are nutritious. On the Menu: Moong Dal Chilla with Tofu filling – A savory, protein-rich pancake made from green moong lentils, crisp on the edges and filled with seasoned tofu Indian-Style Lentil Soup – A warming red lentil soup infused with aromatic spices like cumin, ginger, and turmeric—healing, hearty, and full of flavor Khichri – A beloved one-pot meal of rice and lentils, delicately seasoned and deeply satisfying served with yogurt raita —ideal for cozy nights or wholesome family dinners Learn foundational techniques like soaking and cooking lentils, tempering spices, and building layers of flavor from simple ingredients. Whether you're new to lentils or looking for creative ways to use them, you’ll leave with skills and recipes you’ll want to make again and again. Come hungry to learn, cook, and fall in love with the simplicity and versatility of lentil-based meals!

Gain research-based knowledge and hands-on experience in creating two festive jams. Create Raspberry Freezer Jam and boiling-water canned Christmas Jam to take home to enjoy or gift to others. The class covers everything from food safety and acidity to the proper equipment, food and jar preparation, freezing and boiling water canning techniques. Guided by the Hennepin County Master Gardener Volunteer Certified Food Preservation Consultants from UMN Extension, this workshop promises to be both educational and fun.