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Elegant Eggplant Parmesan with Cannellini Beans and Wilted Kale
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Wednesday, October 14th | 5:30-8:00pm

Discover a fresh, sophisticated take on an Italian classic in this hands-on cooking class with Chef Lilly. You’ll learn how to create a lighter, elegant version of Eggplant Parmesan featuring oven-baked eggplant rounds topped with rich yet simple tomato sauce, vibrant basil pesto, and creamy fresh mozzarella. Served over hearty cannellini beans and tender wilted kale alongside crisp garlic bread, this dish delivers comforting flavors with a modern, wholesome twist.
Along the way, you’ll practice essential techniques for roasting vegetables, balancing flavors, working with fresh herbs, and creating beautiful plated presentations. Perfect for home cooks looking to expand their repertoire of vegetable-forward meals, this class offers practical skills and restaurant-quality results that are easy to recreate at home.

Menu:

  • Baked Eggplant Parmesan
  • Tomato-Butter Sauce
  • Wilted Kale and Cannellini Beans
  • Garlicky Baguette

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Working with Eggplant
  • Saucemaking

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks
  • You will work in pairs or teams – 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.**

Click here for information on our Health and Safety Policy.

Instructor: Lilly Burdsall 

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All Supplies Included

 

Tamales with Rojo Pork!
Cooking Class for Ages 16+
Tuesday, September 1st | 5:30-8:00pm

Discover the delicious art of tamale making in this hands-on class with Chef Lilly designed for teens and adults. You’ll learn how to prepare traditional masa from scratch, create a rich and flavorful red chile sauce, and combine it with slow-braised pork butt to make authentic homemade tamales. From filling and wrapping to steaming, you’ll master each step of the process while gaining practical kitchen skills and confidence. To round out the meal, you’ll also prepare hearty charro beans and bright, tangy pickled red onions, perfect accompaniments to your freshly made tamales. A vegetarian options are available, please let us know when you register.

Menu:

  • Rojo Pork Tamales (vegan/vegetarian available upon request)
  • Charro Beans
  • Pickled Red Onions

Skills You’ll Learn:

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Latin Flavors
  • Tamale Preparation

More about this class:

  • Class is for ages 16+
  • Great for beginner to advanced cooks
  • You will work in pairs or teams – 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.**

Click here for information on our Health and Safety Policy.

Instructor: Lilly Burdsall 

Supply List

All Supplies Included