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Your First learn cook eat Newsletter is Here!!!
Issue: # 1 Spring 2008
Greetings!

Welcome to the first edition of the "learn cook eat" newsletter.  It is my goal to send one on a quarterly basis.
 
Each issue will focus on at least 3 primary areas:
 
learn: a tip, tool or technique to make your food preparation and shopping easier.
 
cook:  a recipe
 
eat:  entertaining, serving or dining tips
 
I hope you enjoy this first edition and look forward to hearing your comments.  I am open to suggestions of what you would like to see in future newsletters.  Please email me at rene@learncookeat.com to let me know your thoughts.
 
Thanks and happy cooking!
 
René

Have a date in mind for a party or class?  Contact me now to get on the summer schedule.

IN THIS ISSUE
Watch This Space!
Bridal Showers? Graduations? Weddings? House warmings?
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Watch This Space!
In the next newsletter I hope to be announcing a partnership with a Chicago kitchen for classes, both public and private.
 
Seasonal Gift Ideas
A learn cook eat gift certificate is a great way to help your graduates, brides, and those just starting out in their homes to learn how to cook.
 
Gift giving does not have to be difficult. If someone you know could use some help in their kitchen, check out our Sample Lesson Options page for ideas on how we can help them.  If you see something there or think they may have something specific in mind give them a learn cook eat gift certificate.
 
Contact me for information on gift certificate options or to schedule a class or party for yourself at rene@learncookeat.com.
 
I look forward to hearing from you! 
 
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 Garlic Peeler
Sometimes a recipe may call for whole or sliced cloves of garlic.  The garlic peeler makes removing the skin easy allowing you to keep the clove in tact.  All you have to do is put the clove in the tube/peeler and roll it on a hard surface.  You will hear the skin cracking which means it is ready.  When you turn the peeler on its side the clove falls out and the skin stays in the tube until you shake or wash it out.  This is a valuable tool available at most cookware stores for under $10 or you can buy it easily by clicking on the link below.
Zak Garlic Peeler, Buttercream
by ZAK
Buy Now from amazon.com
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Veggie Chopped SaladVeggie Chopped Salad
With all the fresh produce coming to your local grocery and farmers market why not make a mixed up vegetable chopped salad using what ever you can find.
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Entertaining
Gathering your friends and family for a meal does not have to be a lot of work.  There are so many easy ways to allow you to enjoy your guests while they create their own meals!
 
Make your own soft tacos:  setup a buffet of tortilla shells, some spicy meat (or not), some raw, grilled, or sauted vegetables, add some toppers such as guacamole, salsa (both can be store bought), sour cream and grated cheese. Each guest can then mix and match every taco as they like.
 
Top your own pizza party:  purchase tortillas or pitas...mini or regular.  Prepare toppings such as pesto, pizza sauce, or tapenades.  Slice vegetables and grate some cheese.  Have your guests create their own pizzas and bake them at 375 until the cheese is browning and melted to your liking. 
 
Have an ice cream social:  Toppings galore, and some fun flavors or just good ol' chocolate and vanilla ice cream with some fun dishes and spoons  will make it easy for you and creative for your guests.
 
These suggestions work well for childrens parties too!
learn cook eat is dedicated to the easy and successful preparation of all the things you cook for you, your family and friends.  By using good ingredients and the right tools, your kitchen can be your favorite part of the house and we aim to help you feel that way.
 
Enjoy!
 

 
René Rich