Meeting Times

• Thursday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Description

In-person class at Fox Chapel Area High School

Note: If the class is cancelled due to inclement weather, the make-up date will be Thursday, January 15 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Effective Fall 2025, there are no refunds if you cancel your registration in a one-night class. Students assume all risk for changes in their personal schedules.

NEW! Learn the fundamentals of making fluffy potato gnocchi with a quick and easy tomato sauce that you will be able to keep in your repertoire. Instructor Cynthia Ferich learned these classic Italian recipes from her Italian Noni (grandmother). Now, she is passionate about sharing those tried-and-true techniques with both novice students and more experienced home cooks.

Through demonstration and hands-on instruction, Cynthia will show the techniques for preparing this tender dish along with a simple tomato sauce that elevates any pasta night beyond a store-bought jar. Receive personalized guidance as you work in small groups to prepare these classic recipes. Cynthia will also share tips to avoid common mistakes that result in disappointing homemade gnocchi:

• Choosing the best potatoes
• Using the right tools, including a ridged gnocchi board
• Mixing the dough correctly
• Knowing when to stop cooking

Once the cooking is complete, enjoy the fruits of your labor by savoring this dish with your classmates. The class fee includes the cost of all food ingredients. Be sure to bring your own take-home containers in case there are delicious leftovers!

Class-Specific Notes

Note: If the class is cancelled due to inclement weather, the make-up date will be Thursday, January 15 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Cynthia's cookbook, Mama Mia Cucina, will be available to purchase during the class for $21.