Seasoning 101: How to Use Herbs + Spices

This comprehensive and practical class is designed to be your ultimate resource and go-to guide for all of your seasoning and herb-related questions. We explore and cover all of the following essential topics in depth, and cook up a diverse variety of delicious dishes that incorporate these important culinary techniques and flavor-building methods:

• Identifying and learning about every herb and spice available to you in the supermarket, including their origins, flavor profiles, and best uses
• Understanding when to choose fresh herbs versus dried spices for different applications, cooking methods, and flavor profiles
• Mastering food pairings and understanding which herbs and spices complement and enhance specific meats, vegetables, starches, and fruits
• Understanding the medicinal properties of herbs and spices and their various health benefits and therapeutic uses
• Learning where to source quality herbs and spices from reputable suppliers and specialty markets
• How to properly store herbs and spices for maximum flavor longevity, freshness, and potency over extended periods

To highlight and reinforce these important teachings, we will carefully prepare a fragrant spiced rice pilaf, authentic Indian lentil dal with aromatic clarified butter, and fattoush, a traditional and beloved Middle Eastern chopped salad with spiced pita chips and fresh fragrant herbs. We will also make a Persian kookoo, a savory baked herb and egg dish that beautifully showcases the versatility and flavor-building power of fresh herbs in cooking.

Important notes:

• Please reach out to CourseHorse if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies so we can accommodate your needs appropriately.
• Make sure to ring the outside buzzer when you arrive, even if the front door is open, so we know you are arriving and can prepare appropriately for your arrival and welcome you to the class!