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Cajun-Creole “Gumbo” Risotto
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Thursday, October 15th | 5:30-8:00pm

Discover something special with Chef Mona’s Cajun-Creole (“Gumbo”) Risotto, a delicious collaboration of creamy Italian risotto and the deep and comforting flavors of Louisiana cooking. In this hands-on class, Chef Mona will guide you through mastering the art of risotto while exploring the connections between culture, history, and foodways.
You and your cooking partner will prepare a full batch with enough to enjoy in class and take home for another meal. To round out the experience, you’ll also enjoy a simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette, a fresh complement to the risotto’s rich, savory flavors.
Perfect for adventurous cooks of all skill levels, this class offers great food, hands-on learning, and a fresh perspective on culinary traditions.

Menu:

  • “Gumbo” Risotto with Cajun/Creole Influence (contains pork – non pork or vegetarian options upon request)
  • Simple Salad with Scratch Lemon Vinaigrette

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Risotto Method
  • Versatility of Risotto
  • Southern Flavors

What you’ll take home:

  • Any leftovers from class
  • Recipes and instructions

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks
  • Students work in pairs – sign up with a friend!

**If you have any food allergies, food intolerances, or aversions, please contact the Baker Hunt Administration office before signing up for any cooking or baking classes.**

** Please stay home if you are feeling sick.

Instructor: Mona Bronson-Fuqua 

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