May 24: Asparagus Risotto Class
Join us for this class on: Saturday, May 24
10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 5:30pm GMT / 7:30pm Italy
This simple recipe features spring’s star ingredient – asparagus. From early March to the end of May, asparagus grows wild in Tuscany. It’s so common to use them in pasta, risotto, or frittata. These edible shoots love to grow in ditches, among tree roots, and there’s even a friendly competition among locals to forage for this early spring treat.
In this recipe, we’ll use each part of the green spears in different ways—pureed, raw, and for the broth—to create a variety of textures and flavors.
I’ll share all my tricks to make a creamy risotto, from preparing the broth to choosing the best risotto rice and fresh asparagus. It’s one of my family’s favorite ways to enjoy asparagus in springtime and you don’t want to miss it.
Key Ingredients
For the broth:
- Carrot
- Onion
- Celery
For the asparagus purée:
- Asparagus
- Vegetable broth
For cooking the risotto:
- Rice (carnaroli or arborio)
- Parmigiano cheese
For finishing the risotto:
- Parmigiano cheese
For garnish:
- Edible flowers (calendula, borage, nasturtium, pansies, or chive blossoms)
- Lemon zest
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When are live cooking classes held?
Online classes will be on Saturdays, around lunch time in the United States, dinner time in Italy. Our schedule allows for mainland U.S. time zones to participate around lunch time, while it’s evening in Italy. Classes start 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET / 7:30pm Italy and go for 60-90 minutes.
How much does each class cost?
A la carte classes are $37 per device. Want to save 35% on live classes? Learn about becoming a Chicca’s Cooking Club member.
When will I know what ingredients to purchase for the classes?
The full recipe and list of ingredients for each class are already published on each Class page, so you can start to prepare for future classes as soon as you enroll. You will also receive a shopping list by email about one week in advance, with a reminder the day before class.
When is the latest I can enroll in a class?
Enrollment will stay open until the last minute. However, for the best experience, we recommend enrolling at least 24 hours in advance – and even further in advance if you need extra time to shop for ingredients. Additionally, important instructions will be sent out the day before each class.
What if I miss a live cooking class or have to leave early?
Participants will have access to video recordings of any class they purchase. That way you can watch the replay (and cook) whenever is most convenient for you.
How does it work? Do I need a special program to participate in the class?
Cooking classes will be held on Zoom. This requires a quick and easy download, but you do not need a special Zoom account to participate (we’ll send all the instructions on how to use Zoom if you register for a class)
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