New Culinary Classes Offered

I'm adding two new classes to the already large list of classes that I currently offer, At Home with Vicki Bensinger, In-Home Culinary Classes. I hope you like them.

As always if you would like to tailor a class to meet your specifications just let me know.

These two classes are the perfect party menus to have when inviting friends over.

Sangria and Paella

We're traveling to Spain for this fun party menu. From appetizers to dessert you'll be partying with friends all night.

Crostini
Sangria
Gazpacho
Paella
Flan


Small Plates

Looking to have a friendly gathering with friends but don't feel like cooking a huge meal? Small plates are the perfect thing where there's something for everyone.

Tuna Wontons
Meatball Sliders
Stuffed Portobella Mushrooms over Tomato Couscous
Chicken Satay

New classes are always being added so please check out my blog or follow it for frequent updates!

Spring Classes

I have created a few new culinary classes for spring that I hope you will like. With spring just a couple of weeks away it's the perfect time to be thinking about lighter menus and colorful platters of fresh spring vegetables.

As always with my In-Home Culinary Classes feel free to tweek my menus to suit your needs or create your own. Below are some new spring classes that I hope you will like.

"Spring Fling"

Here's a meal to celebrate the arrival of spring!

Beggars Purses with goat cheese filling
Green Salad with fresh fruit, goat cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette and more
Stir fry salmon medley with pasta
Grilled Pineapple/Bananas Foster

"Casual Entertaining on the Terrace with Family and Friends"

Looking for a fun yet simple springtime menu that everyone will love? Look no further.

Confetti Cole Slaw
Salmon Burgers with Wasabi Mayo
Sloppy Joes for the kids
Sweet Potato Fries
Frozen S'mores

"Mediterranean Feast"

Wishing you were on the Almalfi Coast again? Well here's the menu that will bring you back.

Panzanella Salad
Sea Bass in Crazy Water
Roasted Asparagus with Citrus
Baked Fruit

"Dessert Fun for the Kids"

Cake and Ice Cream what a fun way to celebrate your child's birthday by creating their very own party desserts.

Ladybug/Bumble Bee cupcakes
Stuffed Cupcakes
Ice Cream Sandwiches

If you have a culinary skill you'd like to learn in the privacy of your home or one of the menus listed in my blog please feel free to contact me.

Culinary Class Menus and Themes

This is just a sampling of some of the classes that I offer in my "At Home with Vicki Bensinger", In-Home Culinary Classes:

Knife Skills (2 hours)
Feel confident using knives once you’ve honed your skill. Learn proper knife techniques for slicing, dicing, chopping, mincing, julienning and chiffonade. In addition you’ll learn how to select and take proper care of your knives along with a lesson in sharpening.

Asian Appetizers (3 hours)
Learn to make Potstickers with Soy/Ginger dipping sauce, Spring Rolls with a Thai Tomato Salsa, and Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce and Sushi Roll (Nori Maki and Uramaki)

Sushi (3 hours)
We start by learning how to master to art of making sushi rice. Then you’ll learn various rolling techniques: Nori Maki, Uramaki, Tmari Zushi, and Temaki Zushi in addition to learning proper chopstick etiquette and how to hold them.

Company’s Coming (3 hours)
We’ll start with a Stuffed Mushroom Appetizer followed by Horseradish Encrusted Salmon with a Dijon Cream Sauce, Israeli Couscous with Grilled Vegetables ending with a luscious Trifle.

New Year’s Eve Dinner (3 hours)
Mixed Greens with Candied Pecans, Dried Cherries, Goat Cheese and a Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing, Individual Beef Wellingtons with a Demi-Glace, Shallot and Chive Mashed Potatoes and Roasted Butternut Squash ending with Chocolate Lava Cakes

Super Bowl Party (3 hours)
Spicy bar nuts
Gorgonzola and Brie Torte
Turkey Chili
Mini Orange Glazed Ham & Cheese Bites
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings
Texas Sheet Cake


Under the Tuscan Sun (3 hours)
Pappa al Pomodora (Tomato and Bread Soup)
Eggplant Parmesan Rolls
Chicken under a Brick
Tiramisu

Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
Wild Rice Salad with a Raspberry Vinaigrette
Roasted Butternut Squash
Strawberry Mousse

Field Greens Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Roast Prime Rib of Beef
Truffled New Potatoes
Roasted Asparagus
Strawberry Napoleon

Popovers
Field Greens Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Sea Bass with Roasted Red Pepper, Corn and Tomato Salsa
Iced Valentine Dessert

Gingerbread House Building(2.5 hours)
Cut out; bake; construct and decorate your own gingerbread house to take home and display. Create a one of a kind piece in this fun class.
Ages 7 and up

Pizza and Calzones (2.5 hours)
Learn to make homemade Pizzas and Calzones in this fun class with a variety of toppings. Enjoy the fruits of your labor when they come out hot from the oven.

All classes can be customized to meet your dietary requirements and needs.

For pricing and additional information on these classes please contact Vicki at:
vkb2@hotmail.com

In-Home Culinary Classes

I have been teaching culinary classes in Missouri for the past 17 years at various cooking schools in the area. However, I also offer personalized private culinary classes for individuals or small groups in the comfort of your home.

With the start of the New Year, now is the perfect time to think about having an "In-Home Culinary Class" for just you, with friends or as a gift for someone special.

Imagine your kitchen transformed into a cooking "classroom" where you will learn new culinary skills.

The services I offer include:

• Private one-on-one classes in your kitchen if you would like to learn how to cook or hone your culinary skills
  


• Small group classes ranging from 2-12 people
  


• Children's classes - ages 7 and up
  

All classes can use one of my pre-set menus or tailored to your specifications and needs.

What I do for you:

• Prior to your class I help you plan your menu
  


• I arrive with all of the ingredients and supplies to set up a workspace in your kitchen so you and/or your guests can relax, participate and learn hands-on.
  


• At the end of your class, we'll enjoy our creations, talk about what we learned and I'll answer any questions you have. Plus, I will make sure you feel confident about re-creating those recipes on your own with the same great results.
  


• In addition you/guests will be given a folder complete with all the recipes in your menu including terms and definitions.

If you want to learn to cook, become a better cook or just have a fun time with friends and food, then consider "At Home with Vicki Bensinger," In-Home Culinary Classes.

To find out the details, class menus and pricing on having an In-Home Culinary Class please feel free to contact me.