Schedule of Non-Credit Courses - Flathead Valley Community College

NEW! Canning: Jams, Jellies & Fruit Butters (1 session)
Kathie Lapcevic
Learn basic techniques to create and can jams, jellies and fruit
butters. These jewel-toned beauties not only make wonderful
homemade treats for your family, but also make tasty gifts.
Should have basic canning knowledge prior to taking this
class. Included in the cost listed is a $10 fee for materials.
Thursday 10/2 6-8 p.m. $34
HE 1120A AT Bldg. R. 159
NEW! Canning: Meats, Soups & Stocks (1 session)
Kathie Lapcevic
Gain the basic techniques for creating and canning meats,
soups and stocks. Make the most of sales and fresh ingredients
to create quick, frugal meals and soups for your family’s
pantry. Should have basic pressure canning knowledge prior
to taking this class. Included in the cost listed is a $10 fee
for materials.
Thursday 10/9 6-8 p.m. $34
HE 1121A AT Bldg. R. 159
In the Kitchen: Evening Cooking Sessions
Instructed by: Vern Liebelt
Wednesdays 6:30-9 p.m. Fee: $39 each class
Classes will be held in the culinary arts teaching kitchen
(Room 159) in the Arts and Technology Building. Bring
an apron.
NEW! Cooking in Season 10/8
HE 1124A
It’s great to cook with seasonal ingredients both for
nutrition and budget reasons. Learn to prepare a soup,
salad, entrée, and dessert with seasonal ingredients. We
will include squashes, nuts, pears, mushrooms and other
local products. Included in the cost listed is a $12 fee
for food.
NEW! Cooking Lite 10/22
HE 1125A
Cooking doesn’t have to be high fat to be delicious.
Discover ways to substitute low fat for high fat ingredients.
Use spices to their maximum advantage. Prepare three
different types of salsas, coconut rice, jerk chicken and
tropical smoothies in this healthy choice class. Included
in the cost listed is a $12 fee for food.
NEW! Stretch Your Protein Dollars 11/5
HE 1126A
Wondering how you can save money at the grocery
store? Find ways to stretch your protein dollars in this
one session class. Learn how to prepare 6 entrees using
porkloin and chicken. Included in the cost listed is a $12
fee for food.
NEW! Cooking Winter Soups and Salads 11/19
HE 1127A
What better smell on a cold winter day than soup
simmering on the stove? Or amaze your family with some
new tasty salads? Prepare a cream base, pureed soup and a
vegetarian soup. Create a nutritious seasonal winter salad,
a roasted vegetable salad and an entrée salad. Included in
the cost listed is a $12 fee for food.
Savory Cooking Classes
Culinary arts instructor, Hillary Ginepra, will present several
cooking classes sure to meet the interests and ability levels of
all community members. Classes will be held in the culinary
arts teaching kitchen (Room 159) in the Arts and Technology
Building. Bring an apron.
NEW! Morocco/Middle Eastern Cuisine (2 weeks)
Explore exotic flavors! Demonstration includes dishes that
range from savory to sweet. Included in the cost listed is a
$40 fee for food
Saturdays 9/6-9/13 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $94
HE 1123A AT Bldg. R. 159
Here’s the Beef – and Other Meats Too (4 weeks)
Wonder which kind of meat to buy when you are at the grocery
store or what to do with the piece of meat you just got out of
the freezer! Learn basic identification of cuts, complementary
seasonings, and cooking techniques that will enhance your
preparation of several types of meat. Bring boning knife.
Included in the cost listed is a $40 fee for food.
Saturdays 9/27-10/18 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $139
HE 1110A AT Bldg. R. 159
Fundamentals of Baking Bread (2 weeks; 4 sessions)
An introduction to the art of making breads and baked goods.
Class will cover quick breads, artisan breads, and sourdough.
Dough will be started Friday evening and baked off Saturday
morning. Discover the secrets to making yummy pies, custards
and cookies. Included in the cost listed is a $30 fee for food.
Fridays 11/7-11/14 5-7 p.m. $94
Saturdays 11/8-11/15 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
HE 1102A AT Bldg. R. 159
Spectacular Sauces (2 weeks)
Ever wondered how to make your meals look and taste more
professional? Learn how to accentuate the flavor and elevate
the presentation of plated items with sauces. Hands-on
instruction will take you from the basics to advanced sauce
techniques and impress your family and guests. Prepare red,
contemporary and butter sauces. Included in the cost listed
is a $30 fee for food.
Tuesdays 10/7 & 10/14 5:30-9:30 p.m. $84
HE 1086A AT Bldg. R. 159
ServSafe Essentials & Certification Course
Designed for chefs, cooks, servers, business owners and
managers, this class will safeguard your business and your
customers through safe food handling.
See page 18 for details.
Continuing Education Classes
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