Anoka-Hennepin Community Education

Have you wondered what the air fryer hype is about? Do you have one and want ideas about what to make in it besides fries or crisping up frozen processed foods? Have some fun participating in this virtual air fryer demonstration and partial cook-along class as we dive into the world of air frying! The instructor will demonstrate some family favorites including homemade eggroll wraps, pizza bites, seasoned potato wedges, and burgers. The cook-along recipe will be copycat KFC chicken. You will be receiving an ingredient and supply list for the prep-along option ahead of time You will also be receiving a recipe packet with the instructor secret recipes (smile) Adult supervision is required if children are participating. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Using an air fryer to cook vegetables is quick—and the healthy results are delicious! In this class, Kirsten will demonstrate a variety of recipes using in-season local and/or commonly available vegetables including lemon pepper broccoli, miso sesame kale chips, and roasted sweet potatoes. Participants will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and you will receive a link to the recording afterwards. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Take the mystery out of homemade yeast breads and leave with knowledge to bake, using ingredients that appeal to your family's tastes and needs. Learn to shape buns, bread bowls, crescent rolls and beautiful bread loaves that boost flavor and embrace healthy eating. This is a demonstration and hands-on class. Supply fee of $10 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

The 1920s are back in downtown Anoka! Located in the old post office building, Nucky’s Speakeasy, provides the unique opportunity to relive the by-gone era of the prohibition days. Be transported back in time as you learn about bootleggers and gangsters from the descendant of a mob boss, while enjoying a prohibition craft mocktail at the translucent Italian quartz bar lit with color-changing lights. We'll supply the password to gain entrance through the secret red door. Grab your friends, join the fun, and wear your best 1920's flair (optional). Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Indulge and impress family and friends with luscious homemade cinnamon and caramel rolls. From scratch, make buttery pecan-filled caramel rolls and rich cinnamon rolls that everyone loves. Taste in class and take the rest home, along with recipes and knowledge to bake these sweet yeast breads on your own. This is a hands-on class. Supply fee of $13 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Perfect your cast-iron cooking skills in this hands-on class! Designed to retain heat, cast-iron is ideal for preparing one-pot meals. Learn how to season and care for cast-iron cookware. Cook up some old favorites you can't duplicate in just any cookware: cheesy chile cornbread, roasted chicken and vegetables and creamy-on-the-inside scones. Extensive handouts provided. This is a hands-on class. Bring a cast-iron skillet to class if you have one; not required. Supply fee of $14 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Homemade cookies and treats are always a thoughtful gift around the holidays and throughout the year. Each class recipe is one of the instructor's personal secrets that she is sharing and will help you feel like a professional baker. Individuals or families will have fun making hot cocoa bombs and decorating pre-baked sugar cookies. Tips for freezing these treats will also be shared. You will need a hot cocoa bomb silicone mold for this class. A week before class, you will receive a recipe packet containing ingredients and supplies for the hot cocoa bombs, 2 of the instructor's favorite sugar cookie recipes, and what will be needed for the Royal Icing and for decorating. Participants will bake their choice of sugar cookies before class using the recipes provided and be ready to create the Royal Icing, and decorate cookies along with the instructor. That adult supervision is required if children are participating. Thank you. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Ethiopian food has become a favorite among foodies worldwide. The food is light, healthy and flavorful, ranging from very spicy to very mild. Prepare a traditional Ethiopian breakfast for your family and friends including chechebsa, fuul (fava beans) and herbed Eritrean tea. You will be provided an ingredient list and a link prior to class to cook along. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

The Minnesota hotdish is a one-dish supper using a single piece of cookware. Join us in creating up to 15 sensational dishes using fresh ingredients without canned soups. These crowd-pleasing recipes are great for any potluck. You betcha! Recipes include: beef, pork and sauerkraut, pork loin with dried apricots and cherries, chicken cobbler with carrots, mushrooms and peas, just to name a few. Bring containers to take home leftovers. Supply fee of $15 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Demystify the electric pressure cooker / multi-cooker called the Instant Pot® during a live, virtual class. Learn the foundations of cooking and care, and how to make a few amazingly satisfying dishes in the Instant Pot. In addition to an Instant Pot® yogurt tutorial, menu items will include creamy steel-cut oatmeal or egg bites, either creamy, cheesy tuscan chicken with pasta or creamy, cheesy broccoli chicken with pasta, and luscious lava cakes or dreamy banana bread. This is a cook-along and demonstration style class. You have the option of cooking-along with the "creamy-cheesy tuscan chicken with Pasta". You will be sent a link to the class and ingredients list ahead of time. Adult supervision is required if children are participating. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Save time and precious stove space by enlisting your Instant Pot in your Thanksgiving preparations! In this online class, Kirsten will demonstrate how to prepare make ahead mashed potato casserole, a simple cranberry sauce, fast turkey broth, and the perfect last minute side dish—garlicky green beans. You will receive an extensive handout along with the link to join prior to class. There will be ample time for questions during the session, and you will receive a link to the recording afterwards. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Learn the foundations of preparing homemade, nourishing, make-ahead meals that can go straight from your freezer to your Instant Pot®. The instructor will demonstrate how to prepare four or five make-ahead meals for the freezer including sweet and zesty meatballs and Greek lemon garlic and herbed chicken. You will be given the option to prepare some cheesy stuffed shells for your freezer. Experience how these culinary creations can make it seem as though you have been cooking for hours, when all you have done is opened up a bag and pushed a button! You will be receiving an ingredient and supply list for the prep-along option ahead of time You will also be receiving an extensive packet that includes tips and tricks for Instant Pot Freezer Meal Prep, recipes, and labels they can print out. Adult supervision is required if children are participating. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Lefse is a traditional, soft Norwegian delicacy and a treasured holiday treat in Minnesota. Gain knowledge of how to make and bake the dough. Learn the proper way to serve and store lefse. Come ready to sample your creations. This is a hands-on class. Bring a container. Supply fee of $9 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Ethiopian food has become a favorite among foodies worldwide. The food is light, healthy and flavorful, ranging from very spicy to very mild. Prepare a traditional Ethiopian breakfast for your family and friends including chechebsa, fuul (fava beans) and herbed Eritrean tea. You will be provided an ingredient list and a link prior to class to cook along. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Join us for an evening creating various crowd-pleasing 20-minute appetizers! You can serve these as a first course, a snack or even as a complete buffet for family and friends. Selections include recipes for spreads, hearty appetizers, dips, hot appetizers and more. Bring an appetite for sampling in class. You will also learn tips for creating an appetizer party. Bring a container to bring samples. Supply fee of $15 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.

Fall is harvest time and sauerkraut is a great way to preserve cabbage. This class is a starting point and perfect for anyone who wants to learn more about the gut healing goodness of basic fermentation. Includes an introduction to fermented vegetables, all the supplies to make your first batch of sauerkraut in class, step-by-step instructions, recipes for other types of sauerkraut, and three samples of different sauerkraut's. Supply fee of $20 cash paid to instructor at class. Eligible UCare members may get up to a $15 discount on many community education classes in Minnesota. Members must have UCare insurance at the time of registration and throughout the duration of the class. Members need to provide their UCare member ID number when registering for class over the phone. Limits and restrictions may apply.