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Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings
with Jeffrey Mao, Central Lincoln County Adult Education

We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the won ton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, we’ll learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. [Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. The dumpling wrappers include gluten.]
What can WFPB eating do for you?
with Christine Arnold, Kittery Adult Education

Christine Arnold, BSN MSed
Is losing weight, lowering your cholesterol, blood sugar or blood pressure on your to do list for 2025? This introduction class is focused on helping you understand the basics of eating a whole food plant based diet, its multiple benefits, and how you can get started on your way to a heathier you. Snacks will be provided. Christine is a Registered Nurse and health enthusiast, with over 30 years of experience in educating, supporting and empowering people to be their own best advocate for their health and wellbeing
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6:00-8:00pm
Registration Fee: $36
Chocolate Extravaganza!
with Debra Arter, Boothbay Region Adult & Community Education
Chocolate is good for you!! It’s full of antioxidants - not to mention flavor that can’t be beat. Deb will fill you in on the history of this important ingredient then guide you through making decadent easy fudge sauce (a perfect gift idea!), white chocolate macadamia nut cookies, and molten lava cakes. Recipes and generous samples guaranteed. We will be able to eat these items warm from the oven with ice cream. Sign up early so you guarantee a spot in this yummy, fun class. Bring bags or containers to take home what we bake.
Prosperity and Good Fortune: Chinese Wonton Dumplings
with Jeff Mao, Scarborough Adult Education

We will make Chinese dumplings with pork filling made from scratch in class. You will learn the multiple styles of folding dumplings using wonton wrappers. Then we will boil the won ton to make a classic wonton soup or chili oil wonton. Additionally, we’ll learn to make our own Sichuan-style chili oil and learn about other common Chinese condiments used for dipping sauces. All ingredients, materials, equipment and recipes will be provided. Registration Fee: $72 [Plant-based ground meat can be substituted for the pork upon request. The dumpling wrappers include gluten.]
Instructor: Jeff Mao
Bio: Jeff Mao is a published cookbook author (Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook) and cooking instructor. He also operates a micro bakery in Brunswick where he produces hand-rolled New York bagels. Find him on his website, Kneadandnosh.com.
Location: Scarborough High School
Dates & Times: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $72 - includes ingredients and supplies
Will run
Sourdough 102: Ready. Set. BAKE!
with Kayla Day, Noble Adult & Community Education

Now that you have learned the art of making your own sourdoughstarters, it’s time to see the different things that you can bake with it! Ifyou took Kayla’s Sourdough 101 class and have a starter that is ready tobake you can bring it to class or purchase a starter before the class. Inthis class you will learn different mixing and folding techniques to getthe perfect bread. You will also learn how to take any excess dough youmay have and see what you can make with it. Kayla will have doughready to bake in class and you will get to take home the loaves made tobake at home.
Materials list for the 102 class include:
- Unbleached Flour (any brand)
- Mixing Bowl (no particular size just enough for mixing the dough)
- Wooden Spoon or Dough Whisk
- Plastic Bench Scraper
- Towl (if you don’t have a towel there will be saran wrap available)
- Proofing Basket or Bowl
- Razer Blade or Lame
*Be sure to have a dutch oven at home for when your dough is ready to bake!
Soups & Stews
with Brenna Nelson, Maranacook Adult Education

Soups and Stews
There is nothing like a bowl of soup to warm you up and soothe your soul. In this hands-on cooking class, Learn techniques and recipes for soups and stews that are big on flavor and nutrition and easy on the wallet.
Need an accommodation? We will make reasonable modifications and accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in all classes and events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate fully in a class or event, please notify us at (207) 872-4102 at least 48 hours prior to the start of the class or event.
Thursday, 2/13
4 – 6 p.m.
Home Economics Rooms
Cost: $25
Instructors: Brenna Nelson, RD and Anna Froman, ND
Link to register through Maine General:
https://www.mainegeneral.org/classes-events/detail/?eventId=bedf928b-c7ae-ef11-a86f-000d3a611ea2
Valentines Chocolate Mousse Cake
with Steven Watts, Mid-Coast School of Technology Adult Education

Make your own dark chocolate cake from scratch and while it bakes, we’ll make dark chocolate mousse for filler and frosting. The final touch will involve making assorted chocolate decorations to complete the cake. Materials fee of $30.00 is due by cash or check, payable to the instructor, at the start of class. All baking classes with Steve Watts are hands-on and students take home their finished products.
Homemade Pizza Dough & Sauce
with Mary Elizabeth Bailey, Old Orchard Beach/Saco Adult Education

Skip the pizza delivery and serve up some fantastic homemade pizza! Join Chef Mary and learn to make pizza dough and a savory sauce from scratch! Yes, frozen dough is convenient, but there is nothing like homemade dough for unbeatable flavor and texture. Discover how a few simple, easy-to-find ingredients can quickly turn into a scrumptious meal. Add your favorite toppings to make a one-of-a-kind flavor experience! This dough is great for pizza, calzones, and stromboli. This is a demonstration class, however, students are welcome to either watch or put on an apron and get their hands dirty. Recipes provided. Bring an apron, baggies for leftovers, and your appetite!
Mary Bailey, pastry chef and past owner/chef of Thyme and Honey Bakery in Biddeford, is passionate about baking bread and teaching people how to incorporate homemade bread into their daily lives.