FREE Top It Off with Preserved Condiments and Dressings| 1pm Class

Love cooking with meat or want to expand your skills in the kitchen? Join us for an engaging, hands-on class in collaboration with the Michigan State University Extension exploring the many ways to prepare and preserve meat, including grilling, smoking, curing, and dehydrating. Whether you're a backyard griller, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply looking to build confidence in food preparation, this class will provide valuable techniques you can use at home.

Learn expert tips, practical tricks, and best practices for safely handling, cooking, and preserving meat while enhancing flavor and quality. We’ll cover important food safety guidelines, storage recommendations, and preparation methods to help reduce the risk of foodborne illness and keep your family safe. From achieving the perfect smoked flavor to understanding proper curing and dehydration techniques, you’ll leave with greater knowledge, useful skills, and the confidence to enjoy meat preparation in new and delicious ways.

Through our collaboration with the Michigan State University Extension, participants will gain trusted, research-based information and practical knowledge designed to help families safely prepare, preserve, and enjoy meat for everyday meals and special occasions alike.