Love'n The Kitchen - A Cooking School in Phoenix AZ and N. Scottsdale

Make THIS, not THAT!

We can all recognize a "Healthy" recipe, but what many of us WANT are the comfort food favorites of days gone by… Instead of devouring french fries, how about Spicy Baked Jicama Strings? If you're craving a grilled cheese sandwich, make Apple-Potato Cheese Flats. Pasta Carbonera is delicous, but Guilt-Free, Pasta-Free Bacon Cacio e Pepe is certain to put a smile on even the pickiest faces. We don't have to cheat, nor miss out on a fabulous dessert if you make Sugar Free Flourless Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Coulis. We are NOT deprived - we are WISE :)

Fall is Here!

The temperature may still be triple digits, but our calendar says that today is the First Day of Fall! Let's go with it (as it has to be 60 degrees somewhere!), and prepare for seasonal fun in the kitchen! Our "Over 21" Cider Fondue just may become your go-to appetizer to WOW your friends; then a wilted Kale with Butternut and Cranberry Salad is festively delicious; then it's all about the Pumpkins as we prepare Zesty Autumn Stew served from an actual Pumpkin Tureen, and then finish with Pumpkin Cinnamon Bread Pudding—grab your sweatshirt and enjoy!

Tailgate Time!

If you're hosting the Big Game at home, or taking the "show on the road" - we offer this express class to help you score a touchdown every time! Oven Baked Zucchini Fries make even the haters happy; Truffles - Cheeseball Style are Retro Chic; Cherre's White Chicken Chili - with a twist is sure to be a Fan Favorite. You've heard of "Magic Bars"?… wait until Ultimate Pumpkin Bars cross your lips… just sayin'!!

Girl's Night Out: Fiesta!

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and snowbirds are ready to fly North, so let's devour our fan favorite: 6 Layer Black Bean, Artichoke, Spinach Cheese dip with a few yummy surprises, followed with Zesty Lime Shrimp (or chicken by request) that is certain to make the "must have' apps list! How about a Beef Brisket Burrito that is actually so much more than that - served with Asparagus Salsa that you will want to eat by the spoonful! THEN - the best Tres Leche Cake north of the border will send you on your way with a smile!

Savor the Flavors of Fall

Let's rejoice in the harvest, and savor the flavors that will remind us of this sensational season: Turkey-Cranberry Bruschetta Melts are perfect now, AND when you are wondering what to do with Thanksgiving left-overs; Roasted Squash and Basil Angel hair "Nest" pasta; Apple and Spinach Salad with Maple Cider Vinaigrette is an Autumn stunner, as is our Rich and Spicy Pumpkin Pudding Cake. We are also going to show you how to make serving tureens out of Squash and Pumpkins for ultimate presentation at your table…are the leaves changing yet?

All American Sliders and Sides

These pairings can be mixed and matched to suit your fancy any day of the week: Zesty Caprese Slider with Skillet Fingerlings and Garlic Spinach; Hawaiian Chicken Slider with Crazy Popcorn Salad; Tangy Rueben Slider with Root beer Float Cake might be just the ticket. We include a bonus recipe for a Classic Bacon Cheddar slider with a twist - don't forget to vote!!

Cook Once - Eat Twice

With the chaos that comes with Spring schedules, we are all scrambling to make easy meals. If this sounds like you, then rush to the phone for these kitchen life savers! We start with crepes (a lost, and oh-so-simple art) and you will see the beauty of it's versatility for appetizers, entrees and desserts; next is a Coconut Beef Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce, that is so gourmet the first time around, and then the left-overs are recreated into an exceptional Fried Rice that your family will never guess was inspired from the night before. Next we roast Chicken in Garlic, Rosemary and Lemon for one meal and it becomes a warm Chicken-Cherry Waldorf in Romaine the next day. In this class, you will enjoy 6 courses, while seeing the ease of only 3 basic recipes.

Girls Night Out - Superbowl Party Favorites

Happy New Year ladies! It's time to grab a girlfriend and a bottle of wine and join us as we create the ultimate Superbowl (or any party) spread! The Superbowl is 9 days away, and you will be the "hostess with the mostess" after this class. These are make ahead and enjoy the party appetizers: individual BBQ Salad Cups; overnight Roast Beef Sliders with horsey-onion glaze; Evil Pretzels; Goin' Deep Baked Stuffed Mushrooms and Fingerlings; Crazy Cheese Football; Amaretto surprise stuffed Strawberries with Fudge Caps...SCORE!

Sensational Sixes!

Sign up now, as this one is always a sell-out! How would you like to add 5 new recipes that tantalize the taste buds, AND have 6 or less ingredients, to your repertoire? Garlic Pork with Sweet Potato Hash; Turkey Apple Sliders in Puff Pastry; Thai Noodles with Peanut Sauce; Penne Puttanesca - a cheater version of our previous one with a laundry list of ingredients - and a Frozen Mud Pie that rivals the labor intensive ones any day. For those of you that are short on time, but still appreciate fine flavors, RELAX and enjoy the simplicity that this class offers.

Freezer Pleasers

If your hectic lifestyle has got you down, and grabbing food from your freezer is the only thing stopping you from becoming a fast food family, then THIS is the class for you! No more saturated fat and preservative filled foods here - no more going to one of those places to 'scoop and dump' inferior quality food. Instead, come and learn 5 recipes that will satisfy your time crunch, AND be very delicious! Savory Italian Pie; Zucchini Quiche; Meat Loaf Mini Rounds; Chicken Divan and Rhubarb Coffee Cake. When unexpected guests descend, or you are simply too busy to create a dish from scratch, just go to your freezer and be assured that you will serve a pleaser!!

Girl's Night Out - California Dreamin'

It's baaacck! Time to grab a girlfriend and a bottle of California wine and join us for a super delicious and fun time together!! This March, I attended Savor Sonoma, a 3-day food and wine extravaganza. Being that close to Napa I could not resist the temptation to detour to Napa as well. Enjoying appetizers and small plates is my favorite way to eat. If you agree, then RUSH to the phone and reserve 2 seats for this class that sells out FAST! You will leave with a smile on your face and 6 new recipes too.

Tasty Tricks and Treats

Save the date - this is the perfect class to master how to fool the ghosts and goblins in your life - whether big or small. Each dish is not as it appears, and that's all part of the fun! Our party punch bubbles and looks like a hot libation, but don't let the smoke fool you!! Goolish nibbles will help get any party started, and then it's time to guess what's in the Pasta... if we tell you, we must kill you - just kidding!!! Tantalizing treats will send you on your way with a smile as only salty-sweet treats can do.

Thanksgiving SOS

20 days and counting! Let this Thanksgiving be your best - stress free and memorably delicious. Turkey Tips and variations will help you survive the day without breaking a sweat. Three show stopping Sensational Side dishes will save the day if boring salads and dried up dressings are what you dread. Pie is traditionally the star of the day, but how about trying a Trifle or Galette this year? Not sure what they are, then join us for some festive fun in the kitchen... fantastic leftover ideas too!

Gingerbread Centerpiece

Start a priceless Holiday tradition with your child! If you are ready to move beyond the boxed kits, then this is the class for you!! This "hands-on" event shows you how to make the best Gingerbread and Royal Icing - all while leaving the mess to us. Not only will you bake, construct, and decorate a house, but an entire scene: Reindeer, Sleighs, Snowmen and more! In addition to taking your centerpiece home to cherish and share, you will have the ability to re-create this year after year with the recipes and instructions. This is our 8th year of Homemade Gingerbread classes and they sell out fast - so think beyond the 100 degrees now, and plan ahead for this sweet time.

Girls Night Out: A Lot of Chocolat!

Grab a girlfriend and a bottle of wine, and you are in for a treat... Not one or two, but FOUR courses of decadent chocolate!! Our starter is super fun and trendy: Chocolate Covered Bacon; then onto "Cookie Dough" Dip with a trio of dippers; Cocoa and Almond Crusted Salmon atop Parsnip-Potato Puree will have you awestruck; just when you think that it can't get any better, we will blow you away with our ultimate Chocolate Cake with Kahlua-your new Fav!

We are Located at
6127 E. Carolina Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Please call Connie for parking instructions and remember there is no neighborhood parking. Instead, carpool and park in the driveway or use rideshare only. Thank you.

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