Eden Prairie Community Education

There’s nothing better on a chilly night than a hearty, homemade soup—and this class is full of comforting classics. Learn to make rich and satisfying favorites like New England Clam Chowder, Wild Rice Soup, Pumpkin Soup, Split Pea with Ham, and Corn Bisque with Rosemary. Then, finish the evening with a the iconic French beef stew (Boeuf Bourguignon) simmered in red wine. Whether you’re cooking for family or stocking your freezer, these soups are sure to become staples. **An ingredients fee of $15 is payable to the instructor at class. Please also bring containers to take home. Ages 14+ only, please.

Impress family and friends with these beautiful cookies for the holidays! Create the rolled Norwegian Krumkakes made with cream, butter, and cinnamon or sometimes flavored with vanilla. For generations, Minnesotans have purchased their irons to bake krumkakes from local manufacturer Nordic Ware in St. Louis Park. Italian Pizzelles are also baked on the top of the stove using an iron but are a flat, anise-flavored cookie or they also may be flavored with vanilla. The chewy, almond Swedish Sandbakkelse are delicate golden brown in color and are baked in tiny tins to resemble tarts. Finally, we will master deep fried Rosettes - those exceedingly fragile, paper thin Scandinavian delicacies dusted with confectioners' sugar. Expect great recipes plus the many tips and techniques that will make your baking a success! **An ingredients fee of $14 is payable to the instructor at class. Please also bring containers to take home cookies. Ages 14+ only, please.

Elegant, delicious, and surprisingly fun to make—macarons are the perfect treat! In this hands-on class, instructor Nancy will guide you through simple techniques and clever tips to help take the mystery out of macaron-making. You’ll bake and assemble one recipe from start to finish, then decorate and finish two more stunning varieties—each perfect for gifting or showing off at your next gathering! *Supply fee of $13.00 paid to instructor in class

Join Chef Mimi for a hands-on pasta-making experience! Learn the art of crafting homemade pasta, ravioli, and fettuccine. Discover the secrets to authentic Italian sauces and enjoy the fruits of your labor. $20 ingredients fee due the instructor at class.

Join us for a hands-on culinary experience that brings the comfort and joy of a traditional Indian meal to your own kitchen. In this class, you'll learn to prepare a satisfying three-course menu filled with bold flavors, vibrant colors, and wholesome ingredients: Vegetable Cutlets with Green Chutney, Puri with Potato & Vegetable Curry and Shrikhand. *$10 ingredients fee due to the instructors at the beginning of class.

Discover the art of making soft, flaky, and flavorful Indian flatbreads in this hands on cooking class! From everyday staples to festive favorites, you’ll learn to create a variety of breads that pair perfectly with curries, dals, and other Indian dishes. This class will teach you to prepare: Naan: Soft, leavened bread cooked to perfection with optional garlic butter. Stuffed Parathas: Delicious whole wheat flatbreads filled with spiced potatoes (Aloo Paratha) and paneer (Paneer Paratha). Laccha Paratha: A flaky, multi-layered bread that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Learn essential techniques like kneading, rolling, and cooking on a skillet or tawa, plus tips to achieve authentic textures and flavors. Whether you're new to bread-making or a seasoned cook, this class will equip you with the skills to recreate these beloved breads at home. Join us for a flavorful journey through the world of Indian flatbreads—you’ll leave with confidence and recipes that are sure to impress! *$10 ingredients fee due to the instructors at the beginning of class.

Looking for satisfying, one-dish meals that are comforting, nourishing, and full of flavor? Join us for this hands-on cooking class where we’ll explore the art of hearty vegetarian casseroles. You’ll learn how to prepare Layered Enchiladas, Pulao with Black-Eyed Peas & Vegetables, and Handvo. All ingredients and tools provided. Come hungry to cook, learn, and taste! *$10 ingredients fee due to the instructors at the beginning of class.

Cozy up with comforting flavors and time-honored traditions in this hands-on cooking class inspired by Ayurveda’s wisdom for winter nourishment. You’ll learn to prepare three wholesome vegetarian dishes that not only satisfy the palate but also warm the body from within—perfect for the colder months. Menu includes Baingan Bharta, Bajri Rotla and Date & Nut Ladoos. *$10 ingredients fee due to the instructors at the beginning of class.

Thai cuisine is full of aromatic ingredients, cooking styles, and dish decorations. In this online interactive class, we’ll make 3 popular and delicious Thai dishes from scratch including Thai vermicelli salad, Thai coconut soup, and pad Thai with chicken.

Kolaches are one of Czechoslovakia’s most beloved national pastries—egg-rich, slightly sweet yeast dough filled with delicious fruit or cheese. Brought to the Midwest by Czech immigrants as early as the 1860s, these Old World treats are still treasured today. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make authentic kolaches with a variety of traditional fillings like apricot, poppy seed, cottage cheese, and prune. We’ll explore different shapes, from classic rounds to tied squares and turnovers, while sharing samples along the way. You’ll go home with an assortment to enjoy or freeze, plus a packet of time-tested recipes, tips, and techniques to keep the tradition alive in your own kitchen. Better than the bakery—and made by you! **An ingredients fee of $15 is payable to the instructor at class. Please also bring containers to take food home. Ages 14+ only, please.