Cooking Classes

Chad Brown
Director
(262) 796-3781

645 N. Janacek Rd., Brookfield, WI 53045

Fax: (262) 796-0339

Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Departments

Cooking With Class

Need to brush up on your cooking skills? Whether you’re “green” to cooking or a “seasoned” veteran, everyone can find inspiration by Cooking with Class. Instructor Staci Joers will show you how to prepare wonderful dishes with a gourmet flare. Scroll down for information on how to register and to see your upcoming cooking opportunities!

To register:

  1. Come into the Town Hall and fill out the registration form and pay the fee with a check made out to the Town of Brookfield, or
  2. Download and complete the Registration Form and either mail the completed form along with a check made out to the Town of Brookfield or email the completed form to the Park & Rec department and pay the fee online using the Online Payments page!

Tex-Mex

Tex-Mex is a blending of Northern Mexico and Southern Texas flavors and was perfected in the San Antonio area.
Sample some of the favorites that have made this a world wide cuisine. We’ll start with some…

  • Loaded Guac with Grilled Corn and Bacon
  • Shredded Beef Chimichangas with Green chile Sauce served with
    Sweet Corn Cake
  • Chocolate and Chile Chess Pie

WHEN: Wednesday, September 18, 2024; 6:30 – 9:00 pm
WHERE: Pewaukee Wagner Park
FEE: $27


Splendiferous Stromboli

Learn the art of making a beautiful Stromboli! It’s easier than you think, and the filling options are endless. They are like a deluxe pizza, all rolled up like a burrito. Perfect for a busy weeknight. I’ll prepare several Stromboli’s using a variety of dough so that you can choose your difficulty level. You’ll sample…

  • Classic Stromboli with Salami, Capicola and mozz using Homemade Dough
  • Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Stromboli with Chives using a store-bought dough
  • Cinnamon Roll Dessert Stromboli with Vanilla Bean Glaze using Puff pastry

WHEN: Wednesday, October 23, 2024; 6:30 – 9:00 pm
WHERE: Pewaukee Wagner Park
FEE: $27

 


Impress Your Guests

Show off your culinary prowess with these flavorful recipes! I will prepare…

  • Endive Salad with Toasted Walnuts, Bosc Pears, Shaved Parmesan & White Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • Pork Piccata with Lemon and Capers in Tangy Butter Sauce
  • Roasted Green Beans with Shallots & Sliced Almonds
  • Upside-Down Apple Blackberry Cake with Semi-homemade Salted Honey Ice Cream

WHEN: Wednesday, November 20, 2024; 6:30 – 9:00 pm
WHERE: Pewaukee Wagner Park
FEE: $27

 


Recipe Classics

I’ve put together a menu of classics from France and Italy but tweaked for the American home.

  • Arancini di Riso (fried risotto fritters) with 5-minute Marinara
  • Beef Bourguignon with Classic Rice Pilaf,
  • Cannoli Pudding with Fresh Berries

WHEN: Wednesday, December 11, 2024; 6:30 – 9:00 pm
WHERE: Pewaukee Wagner Park
FEE: $27