2015 “FOOD FOR THOUGHT” classes
“Food for Thought” classes will all be held at the Fayette County Extension Office and taught by
our Family and Consumer Sciences Agents, unless noted. If you are a member of Fayette County
Homemakers ask for the Fayette County Extension Homemaker discount for the paid classes.
Pre-registration is required. So, sign up early to reserve your spot!
For the Food Preservation series we will be making a group purchase of the Ball Blue Book. Cost
is $12.00. This is a great reference guide to use with all classes. Preorder and they will be available
at the first class on May 18th.
Monday, May 18 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Introduction to Food Preservation – People choose to
can foods at home for many reasons: to preserve their harvest, to gain more control over what is in
their food, save money, getting better tasting canned foods or to follow family tradition. It is very
important to know the best practices for healthy safe food. This class is an introduction to the basics
of all food preservations from water bath, to pressure canning, freezing and drying. This session is a
great first start if you want to begin preserving food at home. Cost: FREE
Wednesday, May 20 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Jams and Jellies - Home canning jams, jellies and
other soft spreads is fun and satisfying. Soft spreads all contain four main ingredients (fruit, sugar,
pectin and acid) and they only differ in their consistency. This series will help you learn about the
different type of jams, jellies and soft spreads. Cost : FREE
Saturday, May, 23 ~ 10 a.m.: Hands On ~ Jams and Jellies - During this class you will use best
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Thursday, June 11 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Pickling – Informational class, for beginners or as a
refresher course. The home canning of pickles, relishes, and fermented foods allows you to enjoy the
bounty of your summer garden or local farmers market year-round. Sign up for the hands on class to
follow researched-based recommendations when making pickles. Cost: FREE
Monday, June 15 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Mason Jar Salads and More - Discover the coolest way
to pack a tasty, healthy lunch or dinner! Recipes will be provided. You will pack your own “jarred”
meal and much more. Cost: $10.00
Friday, June 26 ~ 10:00 a.m.: Hands on ~ Pickling Boot Camp – Practice preserving pickles and
making relishes in this session. You will go home with several products that you made. Bring an
apron and come prepared to practice! Classes Limited to 12 participants, Cost: $10.00
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Thursday, July 23 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Tomatoes – Home canned tomatoes are the best thing for
homemade soups! Get that fresh taste right out of that jar. If you pick and can them right away – there is
nothing better. This informational session will give you the basics of canning tomatoes. Follow up this
class with a hands-on class and become a blue ribbon canner! Cost: FREE
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Monday, July 27 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Salsa, Gazpacho & Other Ways to Use Fresh
Tomatoes - Nothing is better in the summer than fresh tomatoes. Learn a little history of tomatoes
and taste some delicious samples of recipes made with fresh tomatoes. Cookbook, tasting and
“tomatoey” door prizes. Cost: FREE
Thursday, July 30 ~ 6:00 p.m.: ~ Lecture ~ Pressure Canning – Beginning class for pressure
canning. Learn the steps to safely use our pressure canners. We will discuss canning fruits and
vegetables, talk about different types of pressure canners and you can get your canner lid tested.
Cost: FREE
Tuesday, August 4 ~ 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.: Hands on ~ Pressure Canning – Practice!
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Tuesday, August 11 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Freezing – Freezing has advantages over other methods of
preservation for fruits and vegetables. Freezing keeps the natural color, fresh flavor and nutritional value.
Come learn what freezes well and what doesn’t. Cost: FREE
Thursday, August 13 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ All About Kimchi - Did you know that there are over 200 types
of kimchi? During this class we will be making a white kimchi with savory cabbage. There will be recipes and taste
testing of several samples. This class will be taught by Ann Montgomery. Cost: $10
Tuesday, September 1 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Pick a Peck of Peppers, Peppers, Peppers So many peppers are available in the late summer. What can we do with them? Join the class and learn
“more” than you may want about varieties, spiciness, HOT, colorful peppers. Taste testing for the
brave, recipes and more. Cost: FREE
Thursday, October 22 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Lecture ~ Cooking with Garlic - Have you heard of
Georgian Crystal Garlic? Elephant Garlic? Garlic Jelly? Garlic is very versatile and has many of
nuances of flavor. Different varieties, different flavors, come join us! Each participant will
sample several varieties and go home with recipes. This class will be taught by Lori Boling.
Cost: FREE
Thursday, November 12 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Get Stocked in the Kitchen - Tired of multiple trips to the
food market and seeking meal ideas? We are all searching for a way to make the process easier. This
session will provide insight on how to clean, organize, and prep your kitchen. Following simple
guidelines related to shopping, storing and using what you have can enhance your life – in the hours
you spend shopping for and preparing food as well as the dollars you can save. You will also learn
was to develop a grocery list that meets your family’s needs. Cost: $10.00 (includes the Book: The
Stocked Kitchen)
Wednesday, December 9 ~ 6:00 p.m.: Holiday Food Gifts - Last minute ideas for quick holiday
food gifts. Class is hands on and you will leave with at least two gifts for friends or
family. Take a break and learn some new holiday tricks and have some fun! Cost: $10.00
Food for Thought Classes Registration Form
Name: _____________________________Phone: ________________ E-Mail:____________________
Address: ____________________________________City: ______________State: ____ Zip: ________
Please remember that classes are limited, please register early to assure a spot in the
class. May we suggest that you call the Fayette County Extension, (859) 257-5582, to
inquire about the status of classes before registering. Hands on classes have a limit of
12 participants.
May 18 ~ 6 p.m.: Intro. to Food Preservation ~ FREE
May 20 ~ 6 p.m.: Jams and Jellies informational class ~ FREE
CLASS FULL May, 23 ~ 10 a.m.: Hands On
- Jams and Jellies ~ $10
May, 26 ~ 6 p.m.: Hands On - CLASS FULL Jams and Jellies ~ $10
June 11 ~ 6 p.m.: ~ Pickling ~ FREE
June 26 ~ 10 a.m.: Hands on ~ Pickling Boot Camp ~ $10
June 15 ~ 6 p.m.: Mason Jar Salads and More ! $10
June 27 ~ 10 a.m.: Hands on ~ CLASS FULL Pickling Boot Camp ~ $10
July 23 ~ 6 p.m.: Tomatoes ~ FREE
CLASS FULL July 25 ~ 10 a.m.: Hands on ~ Canning
Tomatoes ~ $10
July 27 ~ 6 p.m.: Salsa, Gazpacho & Other Ways to Use Fresh
Tomatoes ~ FREE
July 30 ~ 6 p.m.: ~ Pressure Canning ~ FREE
CLASS FULL August 4 ~ 1 p.m.: Hands on
~ Pressure Canning ~ $10
CLASS FULL August 4 ~ 6 p.m.: Hands
on ~ Pressure Canning ~ $10
August 11 ~ 6 p.m.: ~ Freezing ~ FREE
August 13 ~ 6 p.m.: All About Kimchi ~ $10
September 1 ~ 6 p.m.: Pick a Peck of Peppers ~ FREE
October 22 ~ 6 p.m.: Cooking with Garlic ~ FREE
November 12 ~ 6 p.m.: Get Stocked in the Kitchen ~ $10
December 9 ~ 6 p.m.: Holiday Food Gifts ~ $10
Please make check payable to: Community FCS
and mail: Food for Thought Class
Fayette County Extension Office
1140 Red Mile Place
Lexington, KY 40504-1172