Cook the Harvest at Hope Farms 
with Chef Carlos

Great cooking is about more than recipes—it's about techniques. This fall Hope Farms is offering three Cook the Harvest classes to sharpen your skills. In our classes you'll work together in a fun, hands-on environment led by Chef Carlos. 

Saturday, October 16: Homemade Pasta Workshop

Pasta night is always the favorite family night of the week. Learn how to up your pasta dishes with fresh pasta dough. Simple, delicious and versatile, this staple is fun to make and lets you run wild with whatever else you have in the fridge. In this class, students will learn the fundamentals to rolling fresh pasta dough along with tips for cutting and storing noodles. Next, we cover the basics to making a seasonal pesto that makes the most of whatever is growing in the garden. Last, we will tackle how to prepare ravioli that are perfect for eating right away or storing in the freezer for a quick meal anytime. 

Saturday, November 13: Pastry Techniques for Entertaining

Get ready for fall entertaining with recipes that star everyones favorite- pastry! Learn the basics behind making pastry dough, rolling out an even crust and blind baking to serve up pies and quiches that will be the star of any meal. In addition, discover the pastry batter behind clafoutis, one of the easiest and most delicious ways to showcase any seasonal produce!

Saturday, December 11: Holiday Cookie Workshop

Get ready to impress and express your holiday cheer with two of everyone’s seasonal favorites.  Learn the basics of baking delicious sugar cookies and gingerbread men. Get all the tips you need to make a perfect classic royal icing. Develop your decorating skills by practicing the fundamentals of the flooding technique and explore how sanding sugars and more can make cookie decorating your new favorite tradition. 

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