Food Preparation



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Wisconsin Tailgate Soup NEW
Here is the soup that makes Wisconsin famous! Wisconsin knows how to tailgate in style. Learn how to make this soup that will add a new dimension to your tailgate party. This soup consists of two ingredients known to be included in most football parties...beer and cheese. It will warm you from inside out. 60-303-64503

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111 (1)
60641
1/24 - 1/24
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60642
1/28 - 1/28 (1)
S 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Ciabatta Pizza with Gorgonzola, Pears, and Walnut Pesto NEW
Pizza does not have to be the same old same old. The mixture of this earthy and sweet combination is a real treat. Pears and gorgonzola are a great paring to begin with, and adding the walnut pesto for the sauce makes it even better. Recipes and samples included.  60-303-64103

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60617
1/26 - 1/26 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Starring Chicken Salad NEW
Described as any salad in which chicken is the main ingredient, this is an easy go-to dish. We'll add some pizzazz by preparing a classic chicken salad, Mediterranean style chicken salad, grilled chicken taco salad, and a crispy Caribbean salad. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64012

Eagle River - Ingredients School of Cooking
60718
1/26 - 1/26 (1)
Th 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Reeder

Truffles, Truffles, Truffles NEW
Valentine's Day is almost here and we have a very special way to add an extra sweet touch to your day. Learn how to make smooth, creamy, chocolate truffles in different flavors. We will explore this delicacy and you'll go home ready to make a very special treat to celebrate the day. 60-303-66803

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60650
2/1 - 2/1 (1)
W 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Meyers

Shrimp Ravioli with Basil Cream
Using wonton wrappers as the dough for the raviolis, we will make a filling with goat cheese, herbs, and shrimp that is fit for a king. A basil and cream sauce will dress the pockets of goodness to satisfy our taste buds. Recipes and samples included. 60-303-64104

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60618
2/7 - 2/7 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Ladi Tourta (Olive Oil Cake) with Blueberries and Mascarpone NEW
Who would have thought a dessert cake made with olive oil could possibly taste so good? It is really delicious, uniquely different, and topped with blueberry compote and mascarpone cheese for you to enjoy. 60-303-61511

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60612
2/9 - 2/9 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60613
2/11 - 2/11 (1)
S 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Cornish Hens with Walnut and Cranberry Stuffing
Roasted herb Cornish hens are perfect if you want to try something different for your special dinner. The stuffing for this recipe is delicious and unique. Recipes and samples included. 60-303-64515

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60649
2/16 - 2/16 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

New Orleans Crab Cakes NEW
Make a dish that is so simple yet is one that is loved by many. These little crab cakes are a mouth-watering experience and will make you want to keep coming back for more. We will make and serve them with a remoulade sauce with a New Orleans kick. These are great for an appetizer or serve them as a meal with a side dish of jazzy rice. 60-303-64501

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111 
60639
2/17 - 2/17 (1)
F 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Shrimp Po' Boys NEW
Let's prepare this classic sandwich from the state of Louisiana which is a huge crowd pleaser, especially in the Big Easy. Everyone in New Orleans loves a good Poo' Boy. We'll prepare golden fried shrimp, smother with them freshly prepared slaw and add a fresh roll. A sandwich doesn't get better than a well prepared Po' Boy. 60-303-64509

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60646
2/24 - 2/24 (1)
F 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60647
4/27 - 4/27 (1)
F 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Springtime in California NEW
Popularized in the '80s, California Cuisine offers delicious foods marked by freshness. We will prepare some great dishes such as tangy goat cheese and fresh herb salad, California Thai plank steak, and a beautiful fresh fruit tart. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages included. 60-303-64013

Three Lakes - Reiter Center
60712
2/21 - 2/21 (1)
T 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Mojito Chicken NEW
This baked chicken dish is an expression of the famous chef Guy Fieri. He has combined the flavors of the Mojito, a well-known Cuban drink, to create a marinade for chicken which is baked until it is golden brown. This refreshing chicken dish is a real crowd pleaser. 60-303-64107

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60620
2/21 - 2/21 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School
60621
2/23 - 2/23 (1)
Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Spaghetti Alla Carbonara NEW
If you like a rich and creamy sauce to be served over pasta, this dish may be for you. Savory sautéed pancetta, salty parmigiano, and the creaminess of the eggs blend to create a truly hearty dish. This dish is a northern Italian staple and is known for its unique delicate flavor. 60-303-64411

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60627
2/28 - 2/28 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School
60628
3/1 - 3/1 (1)
Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Cooking with Whole Grains NEW
We all know the tremendous value and health benefits of including whole grains in our diets. Learn how easy it is to substitute these gems into regular recipes. This class will include a variety of salads and tasty side dishes using whole wheat, couscous, and quinoa. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64014

Eagle River - Ingredients School of Cooking
60720
3/3 - 3/3 (1)
S 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Reeder

En Papillote NEW
Presentation of food is just as important as the aspect of tasting delicious food. The dish is baked in its own individual pouch, and layered with a variety of flavors you desire. We will be making a salmon fillet in this technique. Fish, seafood, chicken, and vegetables are the most common foods cooked in this style. 60-303-64506

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60644
3/8 - 3/8 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Ilio Pita (Olive Bread) with Sundried Tomato Spread NEW
It is common to serve bread with many Italian dishes. We will combine olives and herbs, and bake a hearty olive loaf. This olive bread can also be made into a meal unto itself. Slice and add garlic, olive oil, and mozzarella cheese, then broil to make mini pizzas. 60-303-64505

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60643
3/9 - 3/9 (1)
F 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

The Big Easy NEW
Treat your taste buds with a visit to the French Quarter and New Orleans style food: chicken and sausage jambalaya, cheese and shrimp biscuits, and sweet pecan muffins. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64015

Three Lakes - Reiter Center
60721
3/15 - 3/15 (1)
Th 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Homemade Soup NEW
There is nothing quite as comforting as a bowl of hot, homemade soup. The words "Soup's on" will bring the whole family hurrying to the table to enjoy! Try steamy vegetable soup, roasted butternut squash soup, and cream of broccoli soup with lemon-pepper croutons. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64202

Eagle River - Ingredients School of Cooking
60724
4/19 - 4/19 (1)
Th 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Pozle Roja (Mexican Pork Soup)
This is robust and flavorful soup. The soup base is made from a variety of dried Mexican chili peppers. Pork and hominy are key ingredients. Garnish choices may be lime, onion, lettuce, cabbage, radishes, and oregano. Recipes and samples included. 60-303-64409

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60626
3/6 - 3/6 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Mussels in Saffron Wine and Mustard Broth NEW
This classic Lyonnaise seafood dish is a popular dish served in Lyon, France. The mussels are simmered to perfection in broth enriched with saffron, wine, and mustard. This can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish. Serve with crusty toasted garlic baguette to soak up the flavorful broth. Your guests will be impressed with this eye appealing dish. 60-303-64412

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60629
3/15 - 3/15 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Jambalaya NEW
This dish is packed with flavor from the andouille sausage, shrimp, chicken, and many special Creole seasonings. Your taste buds will dance to the beat of the 'Nawlins specialty cooking that the Big Easy has become so known for. 60-303-64108

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60622
3/20 - 3/20 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60623
3/22 - 3/22 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Gruyere Cheese Souffle with Spinach and Apple Salad
You don't have to be a restaurant chef to make this elegant dish at home. This egg and gruyere cheese combo is so good you will not be able to stop eating it. Served alongside is a fresh baby spinach and crispy apple salad with apple cider vinaigrette. Recipes and samples will be shared. 60-303-64105

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60619
3/29 - 3/29 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Rustic Italian NEW
Throw a casual dinner party with these deliciously easy Italian-inspired recipes: meatballs parmesan with a roasted vegetable pasta sauce, cannellini beans, tomato bread salad, and limoncello cream. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64421

Eagle River - Ingredients School of Cooking
60800
3/20 - 3/20 (1)
T 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Make Your Own Homemade Pasta NEW
Would you enjoy adding homemade pasta to your list of culinary accomplishments? We will make a variety of different pastas from papardelle to bowties. We'llincorporate flavors such as basil and spinach into our dough. The best part will be that we will have a chance to sample our creation and we will do that by adding Bolognese sauce to our freshly made pasta. 60-303-64011

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60614
3/27 - 3/27 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60615
3/31 - 3/31 (1)
S 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60616
5/8 - 5/8 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Southern Hospitality NEW
Enjoy a taste of the South with the imaginative use of herbs and spices. We'll prepare Creole barbecued shrimp, southern biscuits, and deep dish apple crisp. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64016

Three Lakes - Reiter Center
60722
4/3 - 4/3 (1)
T 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Restaurant Desserts Made Easy NEW
Impressive and easy, from Food & Wine's article "What to Cook Next," we explore the world of desserts with sweet potato doughnuts, chocolate panna cotta, chocolate chip pecan bars, and apple pie sundaes. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included.  60-303-61512

Three Lakes - Reiter Center
60717
4/21 - 4/21 (1)
S 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Reeder

Sushi and California Rolls NEW
This type of cuisine is heart healthy and low in fat. Not always does sushi have to include raw fish. We'll experiment with vegetables and with a sushi grade tuna. We'll highlight our creations with a hot spicy wasabi sauce. 60-303-64413

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60631
4/3 - 4/3 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School
60632
4/5 - 4/5 (1)
Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Linguini in Clam Sauce NEW
This particular recipe is from the famous chef Tyler Florence. If you are a pasta, seafood, and garlic lover, you will love this dish. The clams will be swimming in a sauce of garlic and wine. We'll serve the dish with rustic Italian garlic bread. 60-303-64414

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60633
4/10 - 4/10 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60634
4/12 - 4/12 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Cinco de Mayo NEW
Make this Cinco de Mayo a special event with some new Mexican dishes that will give a flare to this day or any day you want to make special in your home and kitchen! We will put together cheesy chile rellenos in a tomato sauce, fresh ceviche with shrimp, tomato, and avocados, and, for dessert, Chocoflan cake. This chocolate cake is baked with the flan right on top of the cake. This is a two-part course. 60-303-36402

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60640
4/13 - 4/20 (2)
F 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$29.10 (22.26)
Ori

Learn How to Make Mafé NEW
This dish comes from the Bambara tribe of Mali and is considered a culinary staple of the region. We will make a chicken dish which is a peanut stew and a version of the ground nut stew called Mafé. 60-303-64415

 Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60635
4/17 - 4/17 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School
60636
4/19 - 4/19 (1)
Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Baked Yucatan Chicken NEW
This is a dish that is eye-appealing and tasty. We will blend a dry rub consisting of Mexican spice flavors to our chicken before baking. The chicken will be baked in a banana leaf pouch which greatly enhances flavor and moisture. The presentation of this dish is very unique and beautiful. Oaxaca rice will accompany our chicken. 60-303-64416

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60637
4/24 - 4/24 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Tomahawk - Tomahawk High School
60638
4/26 - 4/26 (1)
Th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$14.70 (12.42)
Ori

Ropa Vieja Pot Pie NEW
Ropa Vieja is Spanish for "old clothes"and the humble name for this Cuban stew of spice shredded beef laced with peppers, onions, and chilies. We'll take time to prepare individual pot pies topped with pepper-jack biscuits, as well as an easy apple dessert that is sweet and spectacular! Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64422

Eagle River - Ingredients School of Cooking
60730
5/3 - 5/3 (1)
Th 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Skillet Suppers NEW
Discover an easy way to get great flavor with less kitchen time. We will prepare skillet carbonara casserole, macaroni and cheese, and spaghetti with meat sauce. We'll even add a simple skillet dinner of elegant fruit and crepes. Samples of food prepared, recipe lists, and beverages are included. 60-303-64017

Three Lakes - Reiter Center
60723
5/8 - 5/8 (1)
T 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Reeder

Chicken Scaloppini NEW
Bon appétit! This dish will feature chicken breasts which will be flattened and stuffed with Fontina cheese, then rolled, and simmered and browned in a tomato and wine sauce until tender. We’ll serve it up on top of linguini. 60-303-64109

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60624
5/10 - 5/10 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Tomahawk - Nokomis Town Hall
60625
5/12 - 5/12 (1)
S 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Spinach and Herb Stuffed Chicken Roast NEW
Class will begin with a demonstration on deboning a whole chicken while leaving it intact. Then we'll stuff, season, and bake it to a golden delicious mouth-watering entree. Preparing the chicken this way will allow all the juices to remain in the roast which keeps the meat tender and juicy. 60-303-64507

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60645
5/15 - 5/15 (1)
T 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori

Grilled Mexican Camerones (Shrimp Kebobs) NEW
We will marinate shrimp in a combination of Mexican spices and then skewer and grill them to perfection. A tangy and hot sauce will be created to serve with our kebobs. 60-303-64511

Minocqua - Nicolet - Lakeland 111
60648
5/17 - 5/17 (1)
Th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$20.40 (15.84)
Ori











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