- Jessica

Join me, your cooking coach, to learn about the basics and benefits of cooking with bulk ingredients and other whole foods. Demonstrations occur from 3:00 to 6:00 pm unless otherwise noted.

Here's what I'm dishing this week:

Tuesday, February 21

Quick and Easy Meals

Today in the Cooking department, I will prepare Apple and Cheddar Whole Wheat Quesadillas.

Wednesday, February 22 (2:30 pm - 5:00 pm)

Whole Planet Recipes

Every week for the next six weeks, I will be highlighting a recipe in honor of the Whole Planet Foundation's Annual Prosperity Campaign. To kick it off, I'll be preparing Black-Eyed Peas and Tomatoes with Sautéed Bananas. Inspired by the dish Red-Red from Ghana, this simple stew of tomatoes and black-eyed peas is traditionally served with fried plantains. Sautéed bananas are a great substitute, and the flavor combination, while unusual, is tasty and balanced. This recipe was inspired by Whole Planet Foundation microcredit clients.

Friday, February 24

Cooking with Halibut

I will demonstrate a flavorful seafood dish that is sure to delight the palate. Using a sautéing method, I will prepare this recipe for Baked Halibut with Tahini and Lime.

Sunday, February 26 (3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)

Cooking Basics

I will demonstrate an easy and tasty way to prepare a red rice pilaf and a simple, healthy method for sautéing greens! I will be making the pilaf from this recipe.

Stop by for free cooking advice!

Even when I'm not teaching a particular lesson, I'm here to help with all of your cooking questions. Share your questions in the comments section below, email me at jessica.pruitt@wholefoods.com, or come find me in the Cooking department.