"I love going to Mary May’s SimplyFreshTable classes.  I know that I am always going to meet some interesting people, have fun in a hip and stylish setting, get great advice on cooking techniques, learn the nitty gritty about organic ingredients - especially oils and spices and tips on making the rounds of  grocery shopping. Mary’s authentic and healthy recipes, many based on her years of living abroad, are fresh, delicious and straightforward in preparation.  Who wants to be in the kitchen all day!"  -- Barb --

COOKING CLASSES

Come have fun, learn and explore throughout the year.
Where? All classes at 14240 Cottonwood Rd
When? 6:00 pm

2017 Spring Classes

Spring is a time for renewal and rejuvenation.  A time to assess and reinvigorate your diet and the way you cook.
Please join me in my kitchen for a night of fun, fellowship and good food.  
I’ll be offering 3 classes using organic, local, wild and grass-fed ingredients with an emphasis on ease of preparation and clean food as medicine.

Essence of Spring
​We’ll prepare:

• Spring Pea, Watercress & Radish Salad with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette
• Roasted Lamb Loin & New Potato Mushroom Hash
• Sephardic Macaroons & Fresh Strawberries with Blood Orange  

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Asian Night
We’ll prepare:

• Pork & Lemongrass Meatballs in Lettuce Cups
• Split Shrimp with Garlic, Ginger & Cilantro
• Crispy Coconut Rice
• Roasted Pineapple with Star Anise Syrup​

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Wild & Colorful
We’ll prepare:​ 

• Golden Beet Hummus
• ​Wild Salmon with Silken Cauliflower Puree & Asparagus
• Orange Almond Cake  (this delicious, moist cake is naturally gluten free)

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Thai Traditions
Thai Cuisine is flavorful, fresh and loaded with healthful herbs and spices.

• Silky Coconut-Pumpkin Soup
• Northern Curry with Chicken and Noodles
• Lemongrass and Chili Prawns
• Banana Fritters

Healthy Fats
Extra virgin olive oil, Omega-3, organic butter or ghee, nuts, avocados and coconut oil are healthy fats. We’ll explore why they’re important for health and how to use them. 

• Sweet/Salty Walnuts Roasted in Maple Syrup
• Asparagus with Garlic Aioli
• Sauteed Salmon with Coconut Oil, Ginger & Coriander
• Chocolate Shell over Ice Cream

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Ayurveda - Food as Medicine
Ayurveda sees food as medicine. The freshest foods are brimming with nutrients and prana or life force for energy and vitality. In this class you will learn how to harness the life force of food and use the Six Tastes- sweet, salty, sour, astringent, bitter and pungent in your diet. You’ll begin by taking a brief dosha quiz to determine your dosha (mind/body constitution) then learn which foods are best for your dosha and how to eat with the seasons and environment.

• Red Lentil Soup with Lemon and Goat Cheese
• Pasta with Chicken
• Vegetables and Cilantro Pesto

Springtime in Paris

• Classic Spring Pea Soup with peas, onion and romaine lettuce (the most nutrient packed lettuce!)
• Steak Au Poivre with Montana grass fed beef and anti-oxidant rich peppercorns , Asparagus with Bernaise Sauce 
• Strawberries with homemade vanilla bean Crème Fraiche

Montana Mellow
We’ll look at different greens, fresh herbs and their nutritional values and what makes a great salad. You’ll have your choice of making a simple Vinaigrette, or Green Goddess dressings. 

• Classic Spanish Romesco Sauce of Tomato
• Roasted Pepper and Almonds over Roasted Asparagus
• Bison Tostados
• Salad of your choice.
• Fresh Ricotta Cheese with Local Honey and Double Chocolate Sable Cookies 

Autumn in Provence

• Olive Tapenade with Goat Cheese – olives, olive oil, capers, lemon, anchovy and goat cheese are Provencal staples that shine in this appetizer (just a bit of anchovy)
• Soupe au Pistou - a delicious version of vegetable soup finished with pistou/pesto
• Chicken Provencal – features roasted chicken thighs, lemon, garlic, wine and herbs
• Chocolate Honey Mousse – smooth dark chocolate and honey are the perfect ending

Apples, Pears and Root Vegetables

• Roast Carrot and Fennel Soup – a healthy, satisfying soup that also includes garlic,
  shallot and potato
• Honeycrisp Apple Salad with Spiced Cider Vinaigrette – mixed greens, apple,
  cranberries and walnut add color and crunch
• Pancetta Wrapped Pork Tenderloin – wrapping lean pork in pancetta keeps it
  moist and adds flavor
• Pear Crostada – an easy, rustic tart

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