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"The smell of good bread baking, like the sound of lightly flowing water, is indescribable in its evocation of innocence and delight." — M. F. K. Fisher

The Art of Baking From Scratch
Baking breads and cookies from scratch brings joy to those who invest the effort. You'll be rewarded with tastes that far surpass store-bought products yet it doesn't have to be inconvenient. With a few quick tips and tricks you can enjoy treats that are homemade and delicious without having to spend hours in the kitchen.

"From Scratch" Classics

Learn everything from sticky buns to baguette with tips and techniques for high altitude baking.

Basic Pastry Techniques
Sundays, October 21 - November 18, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $645

Bread Basics
Saturday and Sunday, October 27 & 28, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $245

B & B and Small Bakery
Saturday and Sunday, November 3 & 4, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $225

Cookies For Grown-Ups
Tuesdays, November 6 & 13, 5:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $225

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The holidays are just around the corner, so plan ahead and avoid the holiday rush. Check your favorite foodie off your shopping list with a Gift Certificate to Culinary School of the Rockies. From Bread Basics to Gnocchi & Risotto, we offer an extensive array of classes perfect for anyone interested in cooking and baking.

Please call us at 303.494.7988 or 877.249.0305 to purchase your gift certificate today!

Recipe: Irresistible Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Every Saturday morning until November 3, CSR is at the Boulder County Farmers' Market. Pick up free recipes, try scrumptious seasonal samples and gather advice for cooking with ingredients fresh from the market.

Ingredients:

1 cup butter
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup dark brown sugar
2 eggs
1 Tbsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
3 cups flour
2 cups chocolate chunks
6 oz dried cherries (optional)

Method:

Pre-heat oven to 350°.
Cream butter and brown sugars on low speed, about 5 min.
Add eggs and vanilla and mix on low speed for 1-2 min.
Sift baking soda, salt and flour. Add flour to the sugar mixture and mix until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chunks and dried cherries.
Drop dough in even spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet and freeze for 15-20 min.
Bake for 10 min or until golden brown.

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October 15 - 21, 2007

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Food Trivia

At what altitude are baked goods affected?

Answer: 3,000 ft. or over affect baking cakes and yeast breads. The leavening agent releases more and bigger gas bubbles that expand quickly and collapse easily, causing cakes and breads to fall.

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Fall Bake Sale

Friday, October 26th
11:30 a.m. until sold out

· French Pastries
· Fancy Cookies
· Layered Cakes
· Fruit Tarts
· Artisan Breads ...and much more!

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