THE COOKING STORE IN RIVERSIDE
CLASS MENUS FALL 2009
321 E. Allessandro Blvd., Suite 2D
Riverside, CA 92508
(951) 776-1772
www.TheCookingStore.com
Spanish Tapas and Sangria
Tuesday, September 8 at 6 pm
This is the perfect party theme. Just imagine lots of fun and tasty morsels piled on platters surrounded by nuts and olives and lots of Sangria in pitchers ready to pour.
Passion Fruit White Wine Sangria
Tapas Toasts with Three Toppings: Portobello and Roasted Peppers with Rosemary Aioli; Manchego Cheese and Serrano Ham with Coarse Grain Mustard; Fresh Tomato and Blue Cheese with Caramelized Red Onions;
Saffron Potato Tortilla with Brava Sauce (Spicy Paprika Mayo);
Spanish Sausage, Olives, Goat Cheese and Pine Nut Empanadas;
Artichoke Rice Balls Stuffed with Manchego Cheese;
Grilled Citrus-Paprika Rubbed Prawns with Saffron Yellow Pepper Vinaigrette;
Orange Almond Torte with Orange Sauce and Madeira Cream
Sensational Thai Flavors
Monday, September 21 at 6 pm
Enjoy the spicy flavors of Thai food as you learn the ins and outs of this delightful cuisine.
Grilled Beef Salad with Red Onions, Cucumbers, Tomato, Mint and Sweet Lime Dressing;
Shrimp Phad Thai (Rice Noodles with Sweet Sour Sauce, Egg Threads, Bean Sprouts and Red Peppers);
Red Curry Paste;
Yellow Pineapple Curry with Tofu, Red Peppers and Peas;
Thai Grilled Chicken Breasts with Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce;
Thai Iced Coffee
One Dish Meals—Casseroles for All Occasions
Wednesday, October 14 at 11 am
These dishes are ideal for make-ahead entertaining. Combine everything and pop it in the oven. Voila, it’s dinner.
Mexican Chicken Lasagna with Chili Cheese Filling;
Cheesy Beef Stroganoff Casserole with Bacon, Mushrooms and Egg Noodles;
Three Cheese Italian Sausage and Penne Bake with Tomato Vodka Sauce;
Spinach, Mushroom and Artichoke Baked Frittata with Shrimp and Feta Cheese;
Blueberry French Toast Cobbler
Fabulous Fall Entertaining Entrees
Monday, October 19 at 6 pm
Here are several dishes that will make you look like a pro when you want to be fancy but you don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen.
Red Wine and Herb-Marinated Beef Tenderloin with Madeira Mushroom Ragout
Maple Mustard Sauced Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto with Pancetta
Asian Braised Fish Fillets with Black Bean Ginger Sauce and Jasmine Rice
Chicken Wellington wrapped with Spinach Pesto and Roasted Red Peppers Served with Garlic Basil Cream Sauce
Rich Chocolate Tart with White Chocolate Chunks and a Chocolate Shortbread Crust
Harvest Soups and Breads
Wednesday, November 4 at 11 am
Nothing says cool weather comfort food like a big pot of aromatic soup. We’ve taken the theme even further and paired each soup with a quick bread to serve at its side.
Autumn Pear and Pumpkin Soup with Bacon, Pear and Parmesan Scones;
Fall Cheddar Soup with Sherry and Fresh Thyme with Cornmeal, Cheddar and Sun-Dried Tomato Muffins;
Italian Sausage and Tomato Soup with Fresh Basil served with Artichoke-Zucchini Focaccia;
Butterscotch Brownie Torte with Ice Cream and Butterscotch Sauce
Wine Country Thanksgiving
Monday, November 16 at 6 pm
Time for a new family tradition to shake things up. Without going too far out you can create these unique and delicious recipes this Thanksgiving. If you need to brush up on “Turkey talk” we’ll also be reviewing the basics.
Harvest Foccacia with Red Grapes and Thyme
Roast Turkey with Shiitake and Crimini Mushroom Wine Gravy
Spiced Cranberry Zinfandel Sauce
Sausage and Artichoke Dressing with Parmesan
Mashed Potatoes with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Brown Sugar Pumpkin Pie with Ginger Rum Cream
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