OMG

Tonight was one of the best classes so far. Maybe I was just super hungry but the things we made were so delicious. It was more technical tonight too... more things going on. First we made an authentic Italian risotto - not laden with cream and fat like you'd get in a restaurant. Those dishes are like that because they are made ahead of time and reheated. This one was light and creamy and fantastic.

Then we made gnocchi, which was fantastic. I haven't really eaten much gnocchi, actually maybe just once, and it was just a tasted. They were so fun to make and they were like little pillows of goodness in your mouth. We also made beef tenderloin saltimboca... beef tenderloin steaks sliced in half to make them thinner. Spread a bit of gorgonzola mixed with brie and top it with a slice of prosciutto. Now sear in a pan... deglaze with wine to make a sauce and serve on top of the gnocchi. That may well be my new favourite dish. I can't wait to try it again... let me know if you are interested in joining Luke and I for a fantastic feast!

Oh and of course how can I forget... finished off with a chocolate souffle with cayenne and tequila. Fantastic. Only 3 more weeks. :( But then I start the pastry course! And I'm seriously considering the Serious Foodie Advanced course which starts in May once the pastry course is finished.

I still can't believe how delicious that steak was. And to think Luke and I plain old barbequed beef tenderloins last night. Almost seems like a waste (they were damn good though). :)