Whether you’re cooking for the big day or just want to learn a multitude of essential culinary techniques, this immersive, hands-on cooking class will cover everything from turkey to dessert, and everything in between. We’ll teach you how to prepare an elevated and impressive meal including a turkey breast roulade, silky and flavorful gravy (without lumps!), and irresistible sides everyone will love. Additionally, we’ll provide you with a prep list, timeline and shopping list to set you up for success. By the end of class, you’ll be well equipped and ready to prepare an unforgettable Thanksgiving meal.
Menu:
- Turkey Breast Roulade with Caramelized Onions, Garlic and Rosemary
- Turkey and Sage Sauce Suprême (French-style Gravy with Cream)
- Cornbread Stuffing with Italian Sausage and Herbs
- Sweet Potato Gratin with Gruyere Cheese
- Sautéed Green Beans with Bacon, Shallots and Dried Cranberries
- Baby Kale Salad with Caramelized Butternut Squash, Apples, Pecans and Apple Cider Vinaigrette
- Cranberry-Orange Upside Down Cake with Whipped Cream
Skills Covered in Class:
- Butterflying poultry
- Stuffing, rolling and trying a roulade
- Roasting poultry
- Determining poultry doneness
- Making roux and velouté
- Preparing gravy
- Making quick breads
- Preparing stuffing
- Working with fresh herbs
- Making gratins
- Blanching and shocking green vegetables
- Roasting winter squash
- Cooking wild rice
- Mixing cake batter
- Determining cake doneness
In this hands-on class, students will be paired in groups of three to four and work together as a team to prepare the recipes.
School Notes:
Important:
- Please note that upon purchase, your email address may be shared with The Chopping Block Lincoln Square, and you will be receiving class and/or marketing information from the provider.
- Also note that by purchasing seats for classes at The Chopping Block you are authorizing CourseHorse to charge your card if you order additional drinks and do not pay for them at the time of the class.
