Private cooking lesson

"Hi Ellie,
We had a great time and really enjoyed your company and the experience! The tips were appreciated too! I’m definitely a beginner in the kitchen, but, after your lesson I’m appreciative of the time in the kitchen. We’re also planning to reach out to you for a follow up lesson next year!"

Rick V., Charlestown, MA

Private cooking lesson

"Steve & I want to thank you so much for our cooking lesson this afternoon!!! We had such fun, and you made it so simple & easy to accomplish. Everything was delicious...yes; even my somewhat challenged taste buds enjoyed both meat recipes! And the chocolate lava cake with homemade whipped cream was a perfect ending to a perfect meal!!

Thanks again for all your help, suggestions and the wonderful cooking lesson!"

Valerie M., Melrose, MA

Groton Public Library

"Thanks so much for such a great program! "

Karen D., Groton Public Library, Groton MA

Christmas (belated) cooking party

"The party was great – thanks for everything. "

Diane S., Medway, Mass.

Private cooking lesson

"Thanks again for your time – the class was very helpful!"

Suzanne B., Westwood, Massachusetts

Lemon Poppy Seed Cake

2 eggs
1 C sugar
¾ C canola oil
¾ C milk
Rind of 2 lemons, grated
¼ C poppy seeds
1½ C flour
1 tsp baking powder
1¼ tsp salt

Beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add oil, milk, lemon rind and poppy seeds. Add the flour, baking powder and salt, stirring just until well blended (batter will be thin). Pour into a greased and floured 8 or 9-inch small bundt pan or a 9”x5” loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick, inserted in the center, comes out clean.

Hint: This may also be baked in a 9-inch square pan, however reduce time to 30 to 34 minutes.