LEARN HOW TO COOK WITH CHEF LJ

Cooking Experience Agenda: Elevating Everyday Food

Turning simple ingredients into upscale, cost-effective meals in under 30 minutes

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1. Welcome & Mindset (10 min)

“Do it in your mind first” — visualization before cooking
Cooking with intention: flavor, balance, presentation
Thinking like a chef vs. cooking like a beginner

2. Kitchen Setup & Preparation (15 min)

🧰 Tools Checklist

Chef knife
Cutting board
Cast iron or sauté pan
Pot for boiling
Mixing bowls
Tongs / spatula
Mixing bowls

📅 Timeline Planning

2 Days Before Event:
Plan menu
Shop for ingredients
Check tools and equipment
Prep ingredients first
Organize workstation

3. Shopping Strategy (10 min)

Shop with purpose (stick to menu)
Choose seasonal ingredients for better flavor + lower cost
Balance proteins, starch, vegetables

4. Seasoning Like a Pro (20 min)

“We are seasoning people - more than salt & pepper”

🌿 Core Seasonings

Paprika
Garlic
Thyme
Parsley
Tarragon
Cumin
Himalayan sea salt

🔥 Key Concepts

Layer flavors (not just at the end)
Season every stage
Balance: salt, acid, fat, heat

5. Flavor Pairing Basics (15 min)

🥩 Proteins & Flavor Matches

Beef → Red wine reduction
Chicken → Lemon butter sauce
Seafood → Light sauces, citrus, herbs

🧈 Sauce Foundations

Butter-based (rich)
Acid-based (bright)
Cream-based (comfort)

6. Quick Cooking Breakdown (Under 30 min Meals)

⏱️ Timing Structure

Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
Cook smart: multitask without rushing

7. Building Meals for Occasions (25 min)

“We are seasoning people - more than salt & pepper”

💕 Best Date Night Meal

Steak with red wine sauce
Garlic mashed potatoes
Lemon butter vegetables

🎉 Holiday Meal Ideas

Elevated comfort foods
Rich flavors, family-style presentation

🌸 Easter Menu (Featured Meal)**

Main:

Deep-fried Cornish hens
Tomahawk steaks
Rice pilaf

Sides:

Garlic lemon string beans
Aioli garlic mashed potatoes with truffle
Candied yams (brown sugar butter glaze)

Dessert:

Biscotti banana pudding
Caramel glaze

8. Upscale on a Budget (10 min)

Use cheaper cuts, elevate with sauces
Focus on presentation
Herbs & seasoning = luxury feel

9. Execution Flow (15 min)

1. Prep everything first
2. Start longest cooking items first
3. Build sauces last
4. Plate with intention

10. Final Notes & Presentation (10 min)

Clean as you go
Plate like a restaurant
Wear your chef coat = confidence & professionalism

FREE LIVE ZOOM ONLINE COOKING CLASS!

Only 25 SEATS AVAILABLE - First come, first served!

Ready to elevate your cooking skills and learn directly from Chef Loretta Jones?

Join me LIVE as I teach you how to prep, season, cook & plate like a PRO!

📅 Date: April 1st
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
💻 Location: LIVE via Zoom

Inside this FREE class, you’ll learn:

Prep like a professional
Season with confidence
Pro cooking & plating techniques
LIVE Q&A + expert cooking tips
This is an interactive experience - not just a class!

ONLY 25 PEOPLE WILL BE ALLOWED IN THIS ZOOM

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Chef LJ LIVE

Free Live Cooking Class Registration

Reserve your spot for our live Zoom cooking class with Chef Loretta Jones. Only 25 seats are available, so secure your place now and get ready to cook like a pro.

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