Sep. 5, 2009 - Kitchen Witch Fall/Winter Cooking Classes 2009-10

 KITCHEN WITCH FALL/WINTER COOKING CLASSES 2009-10

127 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92009

(760) 942-3228

www.kitchenwitchonline.com

Pacific Rim Favorites                        

Tuesday, November 3 at 6 pm

What is Pacific Rim Cuisine? This class will discuss what makes up this eclectic cooking style while you enjoy several dishes that blend Asian flavors from all around the Pacific Rim.

Hoisin and Black Bean Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Cilantro Pesto Mashed Potatoes

Caramelized Pineapple Tiramisu with Dark Rum Syrup topped with Toasted Coconut

The Essentials of Roasting                        

Wednesday, November 4 at 6 pm

Warm up the house with both heat and aroma as you practice the basics of what you learn about roasting in this class.

Standing Rib Roast with GreenPeppercornPort Sauce

Brined Turkey Breast with Cranberry Jus

Butterflied and Rolled Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic BBQ Glaze

Roasted Sweet and Russet Potatoes with Hazelnuts

Roasted Apple and Cider Sauce Compote with Vanilla Cream

Fabulous Friday--Fall Dining at It’s Best!              

Friday, November 6 at 6 pm

As the weather begins to cool, we think of fires and comfy cooking and eating. This menu is the perfect fall meal.  

Apple Cheddar Salad with Creamy Chive Vinaigrette

Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits

Garlic Roasted Chicken Breasts with Bacon, Parsley and Fingerling Potatoes

Green Beans with Sage and Pancetta

Cinnamon Apple Pie with Walnut Streusel

Martinis and Hors d’Oeuvres                      

Tuesday, November 10 at 6 pm

From the traditional to the fanciful, Martinis are all the rage! Enjoy several to keep up your spirits as you sample a wide array of tasty appetizers and a delightful dessert.

Martinis: Blackberry Citron Martini; Sidecar Martini; Sunshine Apricot Tangerine Rumtni

Toasted Artichoke, Sun-Dried Tomato and Caper Crostini

Chipotle Shrimp, Corn and Red Pepper Cheese in Tortilla Cups

Brie Topped Toasts with Red Grape Balsamic Salsa

Blue Cheese Shortbreads topped with Chutney Cream Chees and Candied Walnuts

Monte Cristo Feuillette (Ham, Turkey, Gruyere layered in Puff Pastry)

Chocolate Pecan Brownie Tart with Chocolate Crust and Ice Cream

An Italian--Inspired Thanksgiving    

Wednesday, November 11 at 11 am or 6 pm

This Turkey Day try something a bit different with an Italian Flair—no one will complain!

Arugula Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Dressing

Pancetta, Sage and Rosemary Turkey and Gravy

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese and Sage Butter

Italian Sausage Bread Dressing with Mushrooms, Leeks and Fresh Herbs

Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots

Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie with Mascarpone Vanilla Cream Topping

Learn-a-Lunch—Fall Dining           

Friday, November 13 at noon

This 1 hour lesson and luncheon features comfy foods that bring to mind cool weather and holiday aromas!

Apple, Cheddar and Pecan Salad with Cran-Raspberry Vinaigrette

Butterflied Roasted Chicken with Artichoke Parmesan Stuffing

Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic

Pumpkin Pecan Torta with Maple Whipped Cream

Holiday Appetizers                          

Thursday, November 19 at 6 pm

Cocktail parties are all the rage and you’ll shine as a host of the best of all celebrations with these super appetizers.

Mini Spanish Crab Cakes with Manchego Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Aioli

Creamy Mushroom and Ham Stuffed Roasted New Potatoes

Smoked Salmon on Ricotta Lemon Artichoke Pesto Pizzettes

Gorgonzola Topped Red Pepper-Cherry Chutney Toasts

Sherried Swiss and Shrimp Fondue Baked in a Bread Loaf

Brie en Croute with Caramel and Walnuts

Martinis and Hors d’Oeuvres                      

Tuesday, December 1 at 6 pm

From the traditional to the fanciful, Martinis are all the rage! Enjoy several to keep up your spirits as you sample a wide array of tasty appetizers and a delightful dessert.

Martinis: Blackberry Citron Martini; Sidecar Martini; Sunshine Apricot Tangerine Rumtni

Toasted Artichoke, Sun-Dried Tomato and Caper Crostini

Chipotle Shrimp, Corn and Red Pepper Cheese in Tortilla Cups

Brie Topped Toasts with Red Grape Balsamic Salsa

Blue Cheese Shortbreads topped with Chutney Cream Cheese and Candied Walnuts

Monte Cristo Feuillette (Ham, Turkey, Gruyere layered in Puff Pastry)

Chocolate Pecan Brownie Tart with Chocolate Crust and Ice Cream

Make-Ahead Party Dishes                         

Thursday, December 3 at 6 pm

Invite friends and family for a great meal and feel rested and relaxed with these make-ahead dishes.

Puff Pastry Turnovers filled with Shrimp, Scallops and Spinach in a Creamy Mushroom Shallot Sauce

Herb Stuffed Chicken Roll-Ups with Cranberry Green Peppercorn Sauce

Mexican Abondigas Soup for a Crowd with Rice, Cilantro, Queso Fresco and Tortilla Chips

Turkey and Artichoke Stuffed Shells with Pancetta Arrabbiata Sauce

Raspberry Glazed Chunky Brownie Cheesecake

Learn-a-Lunch—Holiday Entertaining                    

Friday, December 4 at noon

This quick 1 hour class shows just what can be done in a flash with great ingredients and a bit of planning.

Pork Tenderloin with Red Grape, Rosemary Wine Sauce

Red and White Baby Mustard Roasted Potatoes

Green Beans with Bacon and Fresh Sage

Chocolate Fudge Cake with Chocolate Ganache Sauce and Dried Cherry Compote

Champagne Cocktails and Brunch Dishes        

Tuesday, December 8 at 6 pm

It’s fun to entertain on a Weekend morning when it’s more relaxing and casual. Here are several fun recipes to prepare and a couple of cocktails to insure a festive occasion.

Cocktails: Cranberry Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail; Raspberry Truffle Champagne Cocktail

Chicken Salad Veronique in a Cream Puff Shell

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Raspberry Butter and Warm Maple syrup

Sausage with Apricot Mustard Glaze

Pear Lemon Cream Mousse Topped with Cranberry Whipped Cream

Cranberry Pistachio Biscotti Dipped in White Chocolate

Holiday Entertaining with Great Sauces       

Wednesday, December 9 at 6 pm

We all know that sauces are the key to great dishes. These sauces are sure to please and can be paired with different meats as well.

Pan-Roasted Filet Mignon with Shallot Bacon Beurre Blanc

Oven-Fried Tarragon Chicken Breasts with Roasted Red Pepper Béarnaise Sauce

Pork Tenderloin and Mushrooms in Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Triple Mustard Brandy Sauce

Garlic and Rosemary Rack of Lamb with Red Grape and Port Sauce

Peppermint Ice Cream filled Cream Puffs with Creamy Chocolate Sauce

Fabulous Friday--Holiday Entertaining with a Twist    

Friday, December 11 at 6 pm

Serve this meal for company or for any family gathering. It encompasses the holiday flavors and spirit but with a twist!

Belgian Endive and Watercress Salad with Pears, Walnuts and Blue Cheese

Cream Chive Drop Biscuits

Maple-Plum Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Vanilla Sweet Potato Mash

Browned Butter Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Lemon

Pumpkin-Orange Crème Brûlée

Fancy Seafood                               

Wednesday, December 16 at 6 pm

Holiday Entertaining calls for rich and delicious with beautiful presentation—paired with simple side dishes these seafood entrees will be the hit of the season!

Shrimp and Crab Cannelloni with Creamy Tomato Herb Sauce

Feta and Spinach Stacked Salmon Fillet Napoleons

Coquilles St. Jacques (Scallops in a Creamy Mushroom Cheese Sauce)

Baked Crab Stuffed Fillet of Sole with Meunière Sauce (Buttery Garlic Sauce)

White Chocolate Mascarpone and Ginger-Spiced Pear Tiramisu

(Hands-On) Fondue Fun                     

Thursday, December 17 at 6 pm

The popularity of Fondue as a simple entertaining idea is still very much alive. It’s become a tradition for many families to celebrate Christmas Eve around the fondue pot, but any occasion will do. BE SURE TO BRING AN APRON TO THIS CLASS BECAUSE YOU WILL BE DOING ALL THE COOKING.

Shrimp, Cheddar and Swiss Fondue with French Bread and Red Pepper Dippers

Mushroom and Three Cheese Fondue with Sourdough, Italian Sausage and Broccoli Dippers

Spanish Three Cheese Fundido with Roasted Garlic and Spicy Sausage with Flour Tortilla Chips

Teriyaki Broth Fondue with Marinated Chicken Strips, Vegetables and Rice with Soy Wasabi Dipping Sauce

Chocolate Caramel Fondue with Frangelico and Cake, Fruit and Marshmallow Dippers

Here are several tasty low calorie dishes to help you eat wisely this New Year.

Garden Minestrone with White Beans, Pasta and Spinach

Crabmeat Ravioli (made with wonton skins) with Tomato Clam Sauce

Thai Beef Salad with Spicy Lime Dressing

Spice Rubbed Chicken on Curried Orange Couscous with Dried Cranberries and Fresh Herbs

Korean Style Pork Tenderloin with Ginger Sesame Sauce

Instant Kahlua Tiramisu with Ricotta Filling

Comfy Winter Soups                               

Wednesday, January 6 at 6 pm

Try these hearty, tasty soups that will warm up your house as they warm up your belly!

Baked Potato Soup with Bacon and Cheddar

Roasted Red Pepper Bisque with Shrimp, Romano Cheese and Fresh Basil

Roasted Poblano Chicken and Corn Chowder with Tortilla Strips

Cheese Tortellini Soup with Cannellini Beans, Sausage and Kale

Chocolate Brownie Layer Cake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

Martinis and Hors d’Oeuvres                      

Tuesday, January 12 at 6 pm

From the traditional to the fanciful, Martinis are all the rage! Enjoy several to keep up your spirits as you sample a wide array of tasty appetizers and a delightful dessert.

Martinis: Blackberry Citron Martini; Sidecar Martini; Sunshine Apricot Tangerine Rumtini

Toasted Artichoke, Sun-Dried Tomato and Caper Crostini

Chipotle Shrimp, Corn and Red Pepper Cream Cheese in Tortilla Cups

Brie Topped Toasts with Red Grape Balsamic Salsa

Blue Cheese Shortbreads topped with Chutney Cream Cheese and Candied Walnuts

Monte Cristo Feuillette (Ham, Turkey, Gruyere layered in Puff Pastry)

Chocolate Pecan Brownie Tart with Chocolate Crust and Ice Cream

Fabulous Friday--Entertaining in Style                  

Friday, January 15 at 6 pm

Here’s the perfect entertaining menu when you want to show off your skills but then again don’t want to work too hard! It’s all here from “soup to nuts”! You might also think ahead to Valentine’s.

Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Seared Sea Scallops and Truffle Oil

Watercress and Belgian Endive Salad with Black Olive Vinaigrette

Herb and Garlic Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Pancetta and Mushrooms in a Brandy Sauce

Roasted Garlic and Chive Mashed Potatoes

Thyme Roasted Carrots

Chocolate Amaretti Torte

Fast and Fabulous Entrees                 

Wednesday, January 20 at 11 am or 6 pm

Try these cool weather quick and tasty dishes as you work on that New Year’s resolution to cook at home every night.

Tuscan Chicken with Sautéed Spinach and Lemon Aioli

Asian Pork Tenderloin with Wild Mushrooms, Ginger and Scallions

Southwestern Tortilla Crusted Chipotle Chicken Breasts with Avocado Sauce and

Shrimp in Coconut Lime Sauce with Jasmine Rice

Ginger Pear Crisp with Dried Cranberries and Vanilla Ice Cream

Restaurant Style Main Dishes Made Easy        

Tuesday, January 26 at 6 pm

These recipes are worthy of any restaurant menu but they are created for you to prepare easily in your own home kitchen.

Smoked Salmon Crostini with Wilted Spinach and Mascarpone and Goat Cheese Cream

Blue Cheese, Mushroom, Apricot and Pecan Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Blue cheese Sauce

Salmon Wellingtons in Puff Pastry with Dill/Basil Pesto Butter

Pistachio Crusted Chicken Breasts with Fresh Herbs and Mustard Cream Sauce

Chocolate Caramel Macadamia Tart with Cocoa Crust

Superbowl Celebration                      

Wednesday, January 27 at 6 pm

Gather your friends around the TV and enjoy a food and football day with this Southwestern-inspired feast.  

Chipotle Lime Marinated Baked Chicken Fingers with Panko, Almond and Sesame Crust

Cheese Fries with Bacon and Cheddar and Taco Ranch Dip

Vegetable Taco Salad with Roasted Poblano Buttermilk Dressing

Baked Chimichangas with Shredded Pork and Caramelized Onion Filling topped with Corn and Goat Cheese Queso

Mexican Chocolate Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This quick 1 hour class shows just what can be done in a flash with great ingredients and a bit of planning.

Chickpea, Roasted Pepper, Caper and Basil Salad

Spanish White Bean, Spinach, White Fish and Shrimp Stew with Saffron Tomato Broth served with Crusty Country Style Wheat Bread

Chocolate Angel Food Cake with Raspberries and Maple Yogurt