The Art of Baking!

Bread to quiche and everything in between: First time campers and past bakers will love this Baking and Pastry class. We will explore bread making, from scratch Danish making, pate a choux which is the foundation for colossal cream puffs and classic French éclairs, custard, tarts, savory pies and working with puff pastry.

Day
Menu Items
Monday
Classic Chocolate Éclairs, Chantilly Cream Puffs, Chocolate Ganache
Éclairs are creamy chocolaty French pastries that have been enjoyed in France since the early 1500’s. We will unlock the secrets to this dessert specialty. We will also make a delicious Chantilly cream and decadent chocolate ganache to top our éclairs.
Tuesday
Mini Beef Wellingtons, Herb & Cheese Turnovers, Chocolate Soufflés
Several different cooking techniques will be learned in the construction of these mini beef Wellington’s that are always the first to be finished at any buffet presentation. We will learn the versatility of eggs in creating chocolate soufflés which are over 190 years old.
Wednesday
Stovetop Crème Brulee, Meringue Kisses, Parker House Dinner Rolls
We continue to learn the techniques to make classic French desserts. We will make a quick simple stove top crème brulee that is just as delicious as a traditionally baked brulee. Meringue kissed and Parker House dinner rolls are also covered today. Parker house dinner rolls are over 150 years old!
Thursday
Lemon Curd Tartlets, Chocolate Mousse, Hawaiian Sweet Bread
More techniques are explored today as we learn how to make tangy lemon curd tartlets. We will also make chocolate mousse which is a delicate balance of texture and creaminess and another old recipe dating back as early as 1894.
Friday
Down Home Chicken Pot Pie, Classic Tart Tatin, Quick Caramel
Chicken pot pie can find roots as far back as the Roman times! We will look at how it has transformed for over 2000 years! The apple tart we will make is the French counterpart to the traditional American apple pie that is baked upside-down. Plus, we will whip up a quick and yummy caramel sauce to drizzle over fresh apples.
All menu items subject to change.