In the culinary industry, the heart of a restaurant is its kitchen! 

This class also meets in the age group 15-18 and can be found here:
https://outschool.com/classes/the-heart-of-the-house-an-ongoing-cooking-and-baking-dinner-class-2-ufa1q3F9

1. In this ongoing class, students will venture into the heart of their own homes, the kitchen, to create delicious meals that can be served as dinner for your family.
 
2.  The dishes in this class have been chosen with beginner students and intermediate students in mind. Most of the dishes are planned seasonally so that your student will be able to use fresh and in-season ingredients. 

3. Your student will not only learn delicious cooking, but will also learn ways to make dinner healthier too.

4. This class is perfect for after school students, homeschool students and students who wish to learn to cook through online classes. 

5.  Your student will learn to cook a recipe from scratch. 

6. Your student will become more confident in the kitchen and learn new techniques. 

7. Cooking and Baking involve learning and practicing measurement and math (STEAM)  

8. Your student will practice reading and following directions.

9. Your student will practice problem solving and creativity. 

10. Your student will be able to interact with other students, enhancing social skills while building life skills.

11. Your student will learn plating and serving tips.

12. Your student will be exposed to knife skills, flavor profiles and much more.

This is an interactive cooking class and your student will be cooking right along with me.

I will demonstrate step by step, making sure we move along together through completing the recipe. I will have one camera that is dedicated just to the work station so your student can see exactly what is taking place. Your student will be able to ask questions and meet new friends. 

 If your student has any allergies, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with a recipe with substitutions. This also applies to students that wish to join the class but may need vegetarian friendly substitutions. I have personally followed a vegetarian diet for many years and will be happy to make sure your student feels included. 

Please be advised that sometimes we may run over the scheduled time. In this class we will only cook or bake the main entree listed. I will list suggestions on the classroom page for side dishes that you can add on your own to round out a meal. 


(Any recipe with “V” next to it can be modified to be Vegetarian) 

Fall 2024 

Week of August 11: Tomato Poached Fish (V) 

Week of August 18:  Kung Pao Chicken Bowls (V) 

Week of August 25: Madras Lentils (V) 


Week of September 1: Chicken Florentine Pasta (V)

Week of September 8:  Lasagna Soup (V) 

Week of September 15:  Tamale Pie (V)

Week of September 22: Pumpkin Bisque with Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (V)

Week of September 29:  Country Fried Steak 


Week of October 6:  Pumpkin Lasagna Rolls (V)

Week of October 13:  Maple Chili Glazed Salmon  (V)

Week of October 20: Chicken Noodle Soup (V) 

Week of October 27: Pumpkin Chili (V) 


Week of November 3: Stuffed Acorn Squash  (V)

 Week of November 10: Shepherd’s Pie (V) (No Class on Thursday) 

Week of November 17: Butter Chicken 


Week of December 1: Couscous Fried Rice (V)

Week of December 8: Stuffed Pepper Soup (V)

Week of December 15: Cranberry Glazed Salmon