Class Schedule - Fall 2003/Winter 2004

WINE AND DINE IN ITALY TONIGHT

Tuesday, October 11 7 pm $75

Thrill your family and friends with a fabuloso Italian wine pairing dinner menu. Have fun preparing authentic quick and easy Italian specialties: Elegant Mediterranean Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Pepper Cream, Pasta Puttanesca with Olives, Garlic, Tomatoes and Capers, Pan Seared Chicken Marsala Scaloppini with a Mushroom Medley, Seasonal Vegetables, and Almond Cake with Flaming Amaretto. Participation.

EVERYDAY COOKING TECHNIQUES 101

Monday, October 17 7pm $65

By popular demand! Have fun preparing a full-course dinner while learning lifetime cooking skills of planning, shopping, using knives and equipment and pretty presentations: Velvet Chicken Picatta with Lemon Sauce, Perfect Confetti Rice Pilaf, Seasonal Vegetables, Fall Garden Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing and a fun finale -- Swiss Chocolate Fondue with Dip-able Fruits, Cakes and more. Perfect for novices and intermediate cooks. Participation.

LUSCIOUS AND LIGHT THAILAND DINNER ©

Friday, October 21 7pm $75

Students rave about our exotic but easy Thai dinners. Thrill your family and friends with this casual, all prepare-ahead fun feast: Colorful Rice Paper Spring Rolls with Shrimp and Peanut Sauce, Famous Weeping Tiger Grilled Beef with Chili Dipping Sauce, Authentic Stir Fried Thai Rice, Surprise Flambé Banana Sundae with Mocha Sauce, and Frosty Beer. Explore Thai ingredients, techniques, shopping hints, and Washington’s top Thai restaurants. Participation.

MARVELOUS MEDITERRANEAN DINNER ©

Tuesday, October 25 7pm $75

The healthy, yummy Mediterranean Diet gets rave reviews from top health-conscious professionals. Learn how easy and fun the Diet is to follow and feel healthier and happier for it: Chunky Tomato Soup with Basil Oil, Arugula Salad with Parmigiano Curls and Roasted Pinenuts, Grilled Swordfish with Sesame Rub, Colorful Wild Rice Salad with Red Grapes and, for dessert, Fragrant Baked Apple Compote with Cinnamon, Currants, and Frozen Vanilla Yogurt. Participation.

KNIFE TECHNIQUES ©

Thursday, October 27 7pm $75

By popular demand! Knife skills are the cook’s single most important technique. Learning how to select, sharpen and use

knives can speed up your food preparation and give you that “master chef” feeling! Discover professional chef techniques we learned cooking in two Georgetown restaurants. We’ll practice proper techniques to slice, dice, mince, roll cut and julienne colorful vegetables and fruits. Learn many garnishes including tomato roses. We’ll prepare and serve several fun dishes. Bring knives and large cutting board if available. Great for all levels! Vegetarians, welcome! Participation.

ITALIAN 15 MINUTE GOURMET

Wednesday, November 2 7pm $75

Everyone loves Italian, especially when it’s quick and easy. Dine in Italy with these sumptuous dishes, each ready to serve in 15 minutes or less. Serve one or two for a week night dinner or all six for a memorable dinner party: Glazed Scampi With Orange Rosemary Sauce, Linguini in Pistachio Mascarpone Sauce, Luscious Velvet Lemon Chicken Piccata With Capers, Rapini and Garlic Sauté, Decadent Ice Cream Tartuffo With Warm Chocolate Sauce, and After Dinner Flaming Sambuca. Participation.

FAST FISH: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

TO COOK FISH PERFECTLY©

Sunday, November 6 5pm $85

Snazzy California Chef and cookbook author Hugh Carpenter returns for his third visit based on his book, Fast Fish. Fish is low in fat, matches well with a wide range of sauces, marinades, and seasonings, is easy to prepare, and cooks extremely quickly. You’ll learn everything you need to know about marinating fish, how to judge the freshness of fish, and how to tell when fish has been perfectly cooked: Thai Style Barbecue Salmon on Pineapple; Pan Fried Sole with Shitake Mushroom Sauce; Seared Tuna with Wasabi, Sesame Seeds and Soy; Broiled Halibut with Lemon Glaze; Oven Roasted Swordfish with Garlic and Wilted Spinach. Six of Hugh’s beautiful books will be available and autographed. Class fills fast – hurry. Demonstration.

HOLIDAY PARTY HORS D'OEUVRES

Thursday, November 10 7pm $75

Entertain this holiday season with a great collection of hot and cold treats: Apricot Glazed Chicken, Dilled Ricotta Torte, Cognac Flavored Pâté, Smoked Salmon on Cucumbers, Tortellini with Parmigiano Lemon Dip, Italian Stuffed Mushrooms and Gruyère Cheese Puffs. Your friends will think your party was catered! Learn pretty platter presentations, garnishing tips, easy shopping hints and much more. This is part one in our series of four. Participation.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

A popular and unique gift for friends, family, and colleagues who love great food! Attractive gift certificates are available for a specific class or in any dollar amount. Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, weddings, anniversaries, and house gifts. Visit judyharris.com for a speedy request.

HOLIDAY VIRGINIA COUNTRY RESTAURANT TOUR

Tuesday, November 15 7 pm $75

Sit back and relax as we tour Virginia's top country restaurants, creating a full course holiday dinner featuring specialties from their renowned chefs: Cream of Green Herb Soup from The Inn at Little Washington (Patrick O'Connell), Cracked Peppercorn Roasted Loin of Pork with Roasted Walnut Sauce from The Trellis in Williamsburg (Marcel Desaulniers), Shallot Green Beans from L'Auberge Chez Francois (Francois and Jacques Haeringer), Romaine, Grapefruit and Stilton Salad with Port Wine Vinaigrette from The Trellis and To Die For Peanut Butter Crumble Pie from Buckhorn Inn. Toasted with special wines. Demonstration.

COUPLES-ELEGANT & EASY CELEBRATION DINNER

Friday, November 18 7pm $150 a couple

By popular demand! Bring along your favorite partner-friend, colleague, spouse, or parent for a great evening of cooking and fun together. 'Tis the season to celebrate! You're guaranteed rave reviews with this smash hit: Kir Royale (Champagne and Cassis Aperitif), Steak Au Poivre with Peppercorn and Cognac Sauce, Surprise Garlic Potatoes, Winter Salad of Greens, Mushrooms, Walnuts and Sherry Dressing, and Meringue Praline Cake Flambé. Participation.

PERFECT ROASTS MADE EASY

Tuesday, November 29 7 pm $75

An aromatic roast in the oven is the perfect answer to what's for dinner! Everyday Roast Chicken with Caramelized Garlic, Lemon and Rosemary, Loin of Pork with Roasted Walnut Sauce, A Stunning Whole or Half Beef Tenderloin for Entertaining, To‑Die‑For Roasted Vegetable Mélange and Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Discover the best cuts of meat to roast, correct internal temperatures for succulent meat, quick sauces, easy carving techniques, creative ideas for welcomed leftovers, and menu and wine recommendations. This is a great basic class for novice and experienced cooks alike. Demonstration.

SPANISH TAPAS HORS D’OEUVRES PARTY II

Friday, December 2 7 pm $75

Students say this is one of their favorite classes! Introduce your friends to the unique tastes of Spanish hors d'oeuvres popularized locally by Jaleo and Las Tapas Restaurants. Savor an array of fun prepare-ahead dishes from the famous Tapas bars of Spain: Chicken in Garlic Saffron Sauce, Chorizo with Roasted Red Peppers, Shrimp in Red Sauce, Potato Tortilla, Pan-Roasted Hazelnuts, Jumbo Shrimp Glazed with Garlic Aioli and more. Taste a variety of fine Sherries- the perfect Tapas complement. No prerequisite. Perfect for holiday parties. Participation.

SUPER WINTER SOUPS ©

Tuesday, December 6 7 pm $75

Soup for supper is a light, healthy alternative. Warm up the crowd with these delicious do-aheads: Hearty Split Pea Soup with Dill, Roasted Sweet Potato Soup with Sherry and "Painted" Designs, Oriental Seafood Soup, Chunky Corn Chowder with Basil Pesto, and more. Attractive garnishes, creative variations and an all-purpose chicken stock included. Participation.

FAST AND FUN BAKING

Thursday, December 8 7pm $65

Just in time for the holidays! Discover fast and fun techniques and chef’s secrets of perfect, beautiful, aromatic baking every time. We’ll prepare a wide variety of cookies, quick breads, muffins, and more. Please bring a container to take home extra samples. Perfect for all levels. Participation.

HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE SENSATIONS

Wednesday, December 14 7pm $65

Our travels through Switzerland and France tasting superlative chocolate desserts inspired this class: Chocolate Truffles Two Ways - Grand Marnier and Hazelnut, Elegant Chocolate Florentines, Cream Cheese Walnut Brownie Sundae Sensation with Kahlua Sauce and Chocolate Dipped Strawberries and Fruits. Includes selecting the best chocolate for the technique, a comparative tasting and stunning presentations. Perfect for gifts and entertaining! Participation.

PASTA FOR ALL SEASONS

Monday, December 19 7pm $75

Pasta is enjoying a renewed popularity because of its ease of preparation and health benefits. Have fun using convenient, quality store-bought dried pasta to create these tantalizing dishes: Penne with Ricotta, Tomato Sauce and Herbs, Baked Ziti with Sausage, Zucchini and Fontina, Linquini in Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce, Crusty Noodle Casserole with Cheese and Raisins, Pasta Primavera with Butterflied Shrimp and Vibrant Vegetables. Demonstration.

DINE IN ITALY TONIGHT

Tuesday, January 3 7pm $75

We roamed the Tuscan hills dotted with silver olive trees, we savored the local wine at our favorite trattoria and easily fell in love with the friendly Italians and their food: Roasted Portabella Mushrooms with Mixed Greens, Tuscan Bean Soup, Tagliatelle (Pasta) with Basil, Garlic Slivers and Gorgonzola Sauce, and The World’s Best Tiramisu dessert. Vegetarians welcome. Participation.

Friday, January 13 7pm $75

Beautiful seafood is a favorite of top restaurant chefs and home cooks alike. It's versatile, quick to prepare and healthy. We'll feature four quick cooking techniques and delectable sauces: Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Citrus Orange Sauce, Glazed Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Banana Salsa, Scaloppini of Salmon with Lemon Beurre Blanc and Thai Green Seafood Curry with Basil and Jasmine Rice. Hints to determine freshness at the market, a personal list of local quality seafood markets and menu suggestions are included. Demonstration.

Friday, January 20 7 pm $75

Back by popular demand! Exciting new approaches to cooking low calorie, low cholesterol chicken dishes are explored in this timely practical class: Chicken Supremes with Pecans and Apricots, Honey Soy Glazed Oriental Chicken with Scallion Flowers, Crispy Oven Fried Herb and Parmesan Chicken and Chicken in Sweet Red Pepper Sauce with Aromatic Yellow Rice. Includes menu suggestions and lots of techniques to lower fat and heighten flavor. Demonstration.

THE QUICK COOK

Wednesday, January 25 7 pm $75

Cooking is more satisfying and fun when you're skillful and organized. Learn 5 easy steps to mastering time: Stocking your pantry with the basics and exciting flavor boosters, essential equipment, quick knife and cooking techniques, shopping hints and speedy recipes. We'll prepare and serve fun dishes using pasta, fruits, vegetables, meats and seafood. This is a perfect class for novice and intermediate cook. Participation.

BE YOUR OWN PERSONAL CHEF

Tuesday, January 31 7 pm $75

Or, how to come home from a hard day at work and, within minutes, sit down to your own homemade dinner. Wow! Students learn professional tips on how to prepare sumptuous meals in large quantities, package them for freezing, and then quickly reheat. Dishes include hearty soups, baked al forno pasta dishes, chili and stews, versatile Tomato Marinara Sauce, and more. Please bring containers for extras. Participation.

ABOUT THE TEACHER: Judy Harris' classes have been featured in The Washingtonian Magazine, Alexandria Port Packet/Gazette, The Journal, The Washington Post, Crystal City Etc. and Better Homes and Gardens. She is a popular cooking instructor in her twenty-seventh year of teaching. She has offered classes with the Fairfax County Adult Education Program, Bloomingdale's, Williams-Sonoma, Fresh Fields and Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine. She established a successful bakery stand at the Old Town Alexandria Farmer's Market and has cooked for two Georgetown restaurants -- The American Café and The Big Cheese. She has earned two diplomas at L'Academie de Cuisine where she also has taught, and has studied French Regional Cuisine in Paris at LaVarenne. She earned the title of Certified Culinary Professional of the International Association of Culinary Professionals. She made her television debut with several shows on "Metropolitan Magazine."

PRIVATE CLASSES: Over the years students have arranged memorable classes for unique birthday parties, corporate team building lunches, alumni, gourmet and garden clubs, bachelorettes and going away dinners, singles and couples events, etc. Twelve student minimum.

RAVE REVIEWS: Enthusiastic students are requesting extra class schedules to share with their co-workers, friends, neighbors and families. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We love referrals! Just call us or ask in class for extra schedules to help spread the word or see our web site, judyharris.com.

REGISTER: Please send check with registration form below. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No notification is given unless a class is already full. Hurry! Classes fill fast! Next brochure will be March, 2006.

CANCELLATIONS: In order to receive a refund or credit for another class, students must give at least 7 full days notice of cancellation by telephone only. You may send a friend in your place. There are absolutely no exceptions.

NOTE: A participation style class may occasionally be changed to a demonstration style or vice versa.

WANTED -- CLASS ASSISTANTS: Seeking two additional assistants in exchange for free classes. Must be a neat, organized, efficient, quick paced, experienced cook, available 2-3 times a month generally from October 11 - February 6, with a flexible schedule, available from 6 P.M. to approximately 11 P.M. Please call Judy at (703) 768-3767 for an application as soon as possible.

REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

COSTA RICA ECO/COOKS TOUR

February 11 – 18, 2006.

Visit judyharris.com for more details.

Class Schedule – Fall 2005/Winter 2006