We’re thinking about doing a 2nd class this Thanksgiving for my two teenage cousins, who are eager to learn how to cook.
I’ve thought about a tasting menu, as everyone will be full from Thanksgiving day. I’d like to teach a seafood appetizer, smoked salmon mousse, that will also teach how to wield a pastry bag. Also how to make a perfect roast chicken, so will bring my cone of linen twine (the one that when it’s gone, I’ll die).
We’ll work on some rosemary-scented roast potatoes, perhaps spinach with garlic, and seared radicchio. Or a salad with their own vinaigrette. And then perhaps a strawberry coulis to go with store-bought vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for dessert.
It is delightful that Katerina and Mykaela are eager to learn to cook and spend time with me to do so. Perhaps I can have them study The Essential Pantry (on this blog) in preparation!
With everything going on here and with my family, it’ll be great to be a part of a large group at Thankgsiving and meet the new babies and puppies who will be part of this family for years to come. Yes, I believe Fall is in the air. My favorite part of the year in Southeast Texas. Cheers, Dee
Cooking with Dee 
I think that would be awesome. I wish that my family would take the time to teach us younger ones how to cook. I’m 24 years old and don’t have a clue how to cook. I can barely make scrambled eggs and that is about all I can do.
James Beard’s Theory and Practice of Good Cooking, see my cookbook section. It’s been out of print for years but can be found on Amazon.
Learn techniques, not dishes. Why does a good steak cook differently than a chuck steak or rump roast? When do you braise or grill? I can set you straight right now or you can take expensive classes at your local chic store to learn how to make a Valentine’s dinner.
If you can blog, you can probably cook. Stick with me, Amy!