Wabash Valley College is excited to offer a free cooking class series to the local community. These classes will teach participants new cooking techniques, safe food handling, and creative tips for preparing food in new ways. The classes will also focus on the importance of incorporating nutritious, affordable, and kid-friendly meals into daily diets.

Classes will be held at the First Baptist Church, located at 130 West 6th Street in Mount Carmel, IL. Participants can register by May 17th by calling 618-262-8641 to enroll in the FREE course.

Classes will be held from 10:00 AM to noon. The following is a list of the class dates, and their corresponding subjects:

May 16: My Plate Parts

May 17: Quick snacks: Pro & Dairy

May 23: Grains Gone Whole

May 24: Entertaining w Food

May 31: Meal Plan

June 1: Healthy Eating on the Run

June 6: Nutrition Scavenger Hunt

June 7: Fruits & Veg Toss

Each class will include cooking, tasting, cooking techniques, recipes, team activities, and games. All recipes used in the classes will be WIC approved. Participants will learn new skills and recipes that are quick, easy, affordable, and nutritious, and utilize WIC foods.

As a community College, Wabash Valley College is thrilled to offer these free cooking classes to the community. The hope is for participants to gain the skills and knowledge they need to prepare healthy, delicious meals for themselves and their families.

For more information, please contact Wabash Valley College at 618-262-8641.