TriDistrict Community Education

Phyllo Pastry-Appetizers, Main Dishes, Desserts Did you know you could do so much with phyllo? Don’t be terrified any longer of this paper-thin, frozen pastry. We will prepare an assortment of appetizers, main dishes and desserts all made with this amazing pastry dough. We’ll begin by preparing Phyllo Kisses, a fast, 5 minute appetizer. Then hot, puffy, feta cheese triangles create a party atmosphere. And they can be made in advance, then frozen to be bakes as guests arrive! Main dishes can use chicken and a vegetable highlight, such as fresh broccoli with cheese sauce, rolled in this golden, crisp pastry. Of course, no class on phyllo would be complete without Baklava, loaded with nuts and saturated with honey syrup! After this evening, you will have conquered your fear plus you will receive an easy tip sheet to create perfect results every time for other phyllo recipes too. You will need to bring $15. Food fees to the instructor the night of class. Instructor: Laurel Severson

Scrumptious Pies and Tarts Nothing beats homemade pie or tart-easy to make too! Served hot or cold, loaded with fruit or bursting with creamy texture, you may combine the filling with a simple food processor-pasty (or make the pastry by hand). A lattice top is not only pretty, but with class tips easy to create. You will mix and match your favorite fruits and berries for artistic/tasty tarts. Expect a number of wonderful recipes featuring fruits, nuts and maybe shiny glaze for tarts to tempt you, your family and friends. There will be tips galore to ensure that you have success every time. Sample creations in class and bring a container to transport more samples home. Expect to master fruit pies, custard/cream pies and spectacular tarts. You will need to bring $12. Food fees to the instructor the night of class. Instructor: Laurel Severson