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  Winter came down to our home one night,
Quietly pirouetting in on silvery-toed slippers of snow,
And we, we were children once again. — Bill Morgan Jr.

Last Minute Gift Idea
Give a gift that will warm up the kitchen all winter long! Only 5 days left to buy gift certificates for the food-lovers on your list.

We will be open Saturday, December 22nd and Monday, December 24th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call or stop by for your last-minute holiday Gift Certificates.

A Delicious Gift Idea to Thrill That Someone Special
Avoid the shopping mall madness and spice up your gift giving by checking that special foodie off your list with a Gift Certificate to Culinary School of the Rockies. We offer a wide range of classes where you roll up your sleeves, whip up dishes and share a meal at the end of class. Or for those more inclined to dine, our Culinary Arts students host the Culinary Gala in the spring and fall which is sure to please any palate.

Gift Certificates are available in any denomination or for specific classes, and are good for one year. Call us today at 303.494.7988 or 877.249.0305!

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A Sampling of Our 2008 Winter Classes

Stocks, Soups & Stews
Tuesdays, January 8 - 22, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $280

Basic Cooking Techniques
Thursdays, January 10 - February 2, 5:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $645

Bread Basics
Saturday & Sunday, January 12 & 13, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $245

Sushi Madness
Monday, January 14, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $115

Girls' Night Out
Friday, January 25, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $65

Vegetarian Winter Workshop
Tuesday, January 29, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Hands-On. Cost $95

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Recipe: Chocolate & Peppermint Crunch Crackles
Try this homemade mint-chocolaty way to say "happy holidays."

Makes about 36

Ingredients:

8 oz. semisweet chocolate, chopped
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1½ oz. unsweetened chocolate, chopped
½ cup finely crushed hard peppermint candies
6½ Tbs. sugar
3 large eggs
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. peppermint extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ tsp. baking powder
¼ tsp. salt
½ cup (about 3 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
Powdered sugar

Method:

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Stir over low heat until chocolates melt and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and mix in crushed mints and the sugar.
  2. Cool mixture to lukewarm, stirring occasionally, ~30 minutes. Whisk eggs into chocolate mixture, 1 at a time, then add vanilla and peppermint extract.
  3. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk the flour mixture into the chocolate mixture, then stir in chocolate chips. Cover and chill until firm enough to shape.
  4. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 325°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Using a generous tablespoonful for each cookie, roll dough into 1¼"-diameter balls, then arrange on baking sheets 1" apart.
  6. Bake cookies until puffed and cracked on top but still soft to touch in center, about 11 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  7. Roll tops of cookies in powdered sugar. Transfer to racks; cool completely.

We post new recipes on our website every week.
For more recipes, visit the recipe section of our website!

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December 17 - 23, 2007
» A Delicious Gift Idea to Thrill That Someone Special
» A Sampling of Our 2008 Winter Classes
» Recipe: Chocolate & Peppermint Crunch Crackles

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Food Trivia
How did the candy cane originate?

Answer: During the 17th century, craftsmen created white sticks of candy in the shape of shepherds' crooks at the suggestion of the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. The candy treats were given to children to keep them quiet during Nativity ceremonies, and the custom spread throughout Europe and beyond.

 

 

 

 

 

Corporate Kitchen
Think Outside The Cubicle —
Schedule Your
Company Party Today!

Corporate Kitchen is the perfect company party alternative:

· Roll up your sleeves and cook with
  our professional chefs
· Savor a delicious meal with your
  co-workers and friends
· Fantastic assortment of menu
  options paired with wine

The no-hassle way to celebrate! Leave the details to us.

To book your Corporate Kitchen event call 303.494.7988.
 

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