Compassionate Cuisine Workshops

5 Easy Main Courses

In this class, you will learn hearty main course items which are not only satisfying, but easy to make! Lasagna, Portabella alla Puttanesca, Grilled and Glazed Tofu, Stuffed Peppers, and Root Vegetable Turnovers with Mushroom Gravy. Along the way, we will discuss options for each dish, and learn components that can be used in other dishes. We'll finish class with a very satisfying meal on the CAS grounds.

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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• Turnover with Mushroom Gravy
• Stuffed Peppers
• Portabella alla Puttanesca
• Grilled and Glazed Tofu
• Lasagna

Tempeh, Tofu, and Seitan

We will explore just a few of the many ways in which these plant-based proteins can be used. We'll cover a variety of cooking methods, marinades, forms, and sauces. We'll enjoy samples of dishes throughout the class, from Seitan Bourguignonne to Tempeh Chorizo.

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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Possible dishes include:
• Seitan Bourguignonne
• Tempeh Reuben
• Tempeh Chorizo
• Tempeh Loaf
• Tofu en Croute
• Seitan Meatballs

Compassionate Comfort Food

Oh, yeah, Tempeh Loaf. Good when you first make it, and even better the next day on bread with some mustard. Pizza, pasta, pot pie... can there be a better way to explore Comfort Foods? We will indulge in a variety of dishes as we learn to make them together.

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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• Pizza
• Spaghetti and 'meatballs'
• Tempeh Loaf
• Pot Pie
• Macaroni and Cheese

Soups and Stews

There really are no limits in making soups and stews. In fact, you might find that your creativity is sparked even more by making solely plant-based soups. We'll make several in this class, including cream style, stew, miso, and loose vegetable soups. We'll also review the basics of making good soup stock.

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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• Stocks
• Cream of [something]
• Stew
• Loose vegetable
• Miso

Desserts

Vegan desserts, as you will learn, are decadent enough to please you, your mom, your brother, your grumpy uncle--anyone! We'll explore brownies, chocolate torte, ice cream, créme brulee, and other items in this sinful but compassionate class!

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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• Pineapple upside down cake
• Chocolate torte
• Brownies
• Ice cream
• Créme brulee

Indian Dinner

In this special class, we will work together to produce a complete meal, which we'll then enjoy as a picnic on the farm. Samosas, chutney, curry, pilaf, and raita are included on the menu. We'll also make a few basic spice blends, only skimming the surface of this great world cuisine.

Price: $40

1pm- 4pm

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• Samosa
• Chutney
• Curry
• Pilaf
• Raita

Italian Dinner

Few ethnic cuisines lend themselves so easily to vegan dining. In this class, we'll make Caesar Salad, Minestrone, Lasagna, Gnocchi, along with some versatile sauces. We'll share all this great food during a picnic at the end of class, on the Sanctuary grounds.

Price: $40

1pm - 4pm

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• Caesar Salad
• Minestrone
• Lasagna
• Gnocchi

Breakfast and Brunch

Bring Your Own Mimosa to our breakfast and brunch class. You will be delighted to start your day with any of these fantastic vegan dishes: French Toast, Scrambled Tofu, Tempeh Chorizo, Granola, Crepes, and more.

Price: $60

10am - 4pm

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• French toast
• Scrambled Tofu
• Tempeh Chorizo
• Granola
• Crepes

Mexican Dinner

Take a vegan tour of Mexico in this hands-on class. Together, we’ll make enchiladas, red chile sauce, rajas con crema, frijoles refritos, sopes and more. At the end of class, we’ll dive in to a truly delightful meal!

Price: $40

1pm- 4pm

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• enchiladas
• rajas con crema
• frijoles refritos
• sopes

Raw Foods

Far more than simple salads, Raw Foods encompass a wide variety of gourmet items. Main courses, desserts, sauces, cheeses, soups — raw foods can provide intense pleasure at any point in a meal. We'll discuss the ingredients used in raw food preparation, as well as the methods and tools. Sprouting and other home-based food culturing will be demonstrated. Menu is forthcoming!

Price: $60

10am – 4pm

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• Sprouting
• Nut Cheeses
• Melon & Cucumber Soup
• Gazpacho
• Pressed Kale Salad
• Spinach Catalan
• Sprouted Quinoa with Squash, Corn, & Avocado
• Zucchini Cappellini with Tomato Sauce
• Raw Chocolate Pot au Créme
• Sorbet