February 2012
     
 
Brrrr, It's Cold Outside!

We're knee deep in winter and February is the shortest month of the year!  What a perfect time to bring out your cast iron pan and make a wonderful pot of soup or stew, roast a chicken or make some rice pudding.  The Compleat Cook is making it easy to just that with an outstanding SALE on Le Creuset.  All oval Le Creuset cast iron pans in stock are 25% off.  Available sizes include 3.2 L, 4.7L and 6.3L and they come in a wonderful variety of classic colours.  
 
Pot File Loyalty Program
With your new oval cast iron pan, it's a perfect time to become part of the Pot File loyalty program at The Compleat Cook.  Buy any pot or pan and you're eligible to register.  Continue to register all your future purchases of pots/pans and after the third purchase, a 15% discount is extended on any other pots and pans that you buy! The oval Le Creuset pans are ideal for casseroles, stews, roasting, braising and perfect for preparing soups and rice dishes, even for baking. The essential kitchen classic from Le Creuset is suitable for all heat sources. 
 
Compleat Cook Cooking Classes
Join us at a cooking class at our kitchen this February. We'll tempt your taste buds with topics ranging from Chocolate – Sweet & Savoury, Hot & Spicy and Cheese – An Entertaining Idea. 

To tempt you, try this delicious recipe for Gumbo (with gluten free suggestions) which is just a sample of what you're likely to learn about at Around the World – New Orleans on February 21st  Mardi Gras!
  
 
Gumbo



1 cup
canola oil
1 cup
flour *
2
onions, diced
1
large chicken, cut into 12 pieces
2 tbsp
Creole/Cajun spice blend
2 lbs
spicy smoked sausage,
sliced 1/2″ thick
2
stalks celery, diced
2
green peppers, diced
1
tomato, seeded and chopped
2 cloves
garlic, minced
2 sprigs
fresh tyme
3 L
chicken stock
2
bay leaves
6 oz.
Andouille, or your favourite smoked sausage, chopped
2 cups
sliced okra (frozen is available at most grocery stores)
1 tbsp
Worcestershire sauce
Salt & Pepper
Tabasco
4-6 cups cooked rice

*Gluten Free option:  ½ cup rice flour, ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp cornstarch for a blonde roux

  
1
Make a roux by heating the oil in a heavy bottomed pot (cast iron is perfect!) over high heat. Whisk the flour into the hot oil. Reduce the heat to medium and continue whisking until the roux turns deep brown, about 15 minutes.
2
Add onions to the roux and stir with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat to medium low and continue until the roux is a glossy dark brown, about 10 minutes.  *If you are making the gluten free roux, cook for just 3-5 minutes to make a 'barely blonde' roux.
3
Season the chicken with the Creole Spices. Add the chicken to the pot, raise the heat to medium, and cook for about 10 minutes, turning the chicken pieces as you go.
4
Add the smoked sausage and stir for a minute.
5
Add the celery, bell peppers, tomato, and garlic. Cook, stirring for three minutes. Add the thyme, chicken stock, and bay leaves. Bring the gumbo to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally and skim off the fat.
6
Add the andouille, okra, Worcestershire, and season with salt, pepper and Tabasco. Simmer for another 45 minutes, continuing to skim the fat off the top.
7
Remove the bay leaves and serve over rice.
 
 
February 2012 Specials
  
 

 
Le Creuset Oval French Oven
  • Variety of sizes including:  3.2L, 4.7L & 6.3L
  • Wide variety of colours
  • With purchase, you are eligible for The Compleat Cook loyalty program, the Pot File

The Le Creuset Oval French Oven is a premium enamelled cast iron pot  that really is a fantastic investment and a kitchen must have.

25% Off all in-stock oval cast iron
 
 

Le Creuset
Storage Jars

  • Airtight storage jars – perfect to keep foods dry and in dark conditions
  • Works well for pasta, rice, coffee, tea, sugar, herbs, spices and much more.
  • Available in small, medium & large
  • Colours in stock: Cobalt & Cherry
  • 50% Off in-stock
 
 

 
The Pot File

Be part of The Compleat Cook customer loyalty program by registering each pot/pan your purchase from us.  You'll be eligible for future discounts!

  • Register each and every pot & pan you purchase at The Compleat Cook
  • Once 3 pots/pans have been purchased and registered, all future pots/pans will automatically receive a 15% discount 
 
 

Winter 2012 Cooking Class Schedule
Please call (403) 253-4831 or (403) 278-1220 for registration.


  
 
 
Easy Meals – Short on Time
Tuesday, February 7
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean De Carle
$75/person

Short on time but still want to sit down to a great meal? Meal planning can be easy with these delicious recipes.
Chocolate – Sweet & Savoury!
Thursday, February 9
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Alex Rodas
$80/person

An entire class of chocolate! Enjoy sweet and savoury dishes based on chocolate and cocoa products.
SOLD OUT

Valentines Day Dinner
Tuesday, February 14
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean De Carle
$80/person

Season' things up this Valentines for a delicious, sweet and savoury couples only evening!
Hot & Spicy - You'd be Surprised
Thursday, February 16
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Patrick Dunn
$80/person

A flavourful worldwide experience using more than just a pepper grinder! Delicious, hot and flavourful!
Around the World – New Orleans
Tuesday, February 21
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean De Carle
$75/person or $165/series (choose 3)

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Celebrate Mardi Gras with NOLA classics in the Cajun/Creole tradition.
Cheese – An Entertaining Idea
Thursday, February 23
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Carie Lee Watters, Springbank Cheese Co.
$75/person

With cheese as the Star attraction - Have a few friends over or make it the dinner of the year.
Vegetarian – It's Finger Licking Good
Tuesday, February 28
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean De Carle
$75/person

A whole new way of making vegetables the star of your dinnertime.
Flavours of India
Wednesday, February 29
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Indu Sharma & Vijay Kapil
$75/person or $220/series of 4

From main dishes to desserts and seasoning blends - our dynamic duo, Indu & Vijay will create delicious dishes inspired by fragrant spices and fresh herbs.
 
Friday Night Date Night - Romantic Couples Meals
Friday, March 2
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean De Carle
$80/person

Couples that cook together stay together! Bring your special someone to our kitchen and try some delicious food just for two.
Around the World – Germany
Tuesday, March 6
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $165/series (choose 3)

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. New and classic dishes from this delicious central European cuisine.
Flavours of India
Thursday, March 8
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Indu Sharma & Vijay Kapil
$75/person or $220/series of 4

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. A fresh and abundant cuisine featuring garlic and olive oil.
Around the World – Spain
Tuesday, March 13
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $165/series (choose 3)

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. A fresh and abundant cuisine featuring garlic and olive oil.

 
 
 
Weeknight Date Night
Thursday, March 15
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Alex Rodas
$80/person

Who says weekends have all the fun? A delicious mid-week treat for couples!
Around the World – Tour of South America
Tuesday, March 20
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $165/series (choose 3)

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. A mix of world flavours create this highly diverse latin cuisine.
A World of Curry
Thursday, March 22
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Patrick Dunn
$80/person

Curry dishes are as diverse and unique as their creator. Give your taste buds a workout using the wide array of ingredients for curries from India and Southeast Asia.
Around the World – African Nations & the Mediterranean
Tuesday, March 27
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $165/series (choose 3)

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Incredibly diverse cuisines inspired by African, Asian, European and Middle Eastern flavours.
Stir Fry – Fast & Fresh
Thursday, March 29
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Patrick Dunn
$80/person

Along with knife skills and wok cooking techniques, this aromatic class will show off the perfect one- dish meal.
 
Kitchen Essentials – Lamb
Tuesday, April 3
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $220/series of 4

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Learn 'new' classic preparations for special occasions and backyard gatherings!
Kitchen Essentials – Salmon
Tuesday, April 10
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $220/series of 4

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Learn how easy it is to buy and prepare delicious salmon in a variety of ways.
Flavours of India
Thursday, April 12
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Indu Sharma & Vijay Kapil
$75/person or $220/series of 4

From main dishes to desserts and seasoning blends - our dynamic duo, Indu & Vijay will create delicious dishes inspired by fragrant spices and fresh herbs.
Kitchen Essentials – Duck
Tuesday, April 17
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $220/series of 4

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Demystify this succulent meat and prepare to be impressed.
Kitchen Essentials – Risotto
Tuesday, April 24
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Sean de Carle
$75/person or $220/series of 4

Be inspired to cook the essentials with The Compleat Cook. Bring creamy comfort food to a whole new level!
Mediterranean Cruise
Wednesday, April 25
6:30 – 9:00 PM
Chef Kat McKinney
$80/person

Experience the tremendous European cuisines from the Mediterranean Ocean.
 
Looking for a fun evening with a group of friends or a unique team building opportunity?

We do private classes! Please inquire at 403-253-4831 for more information.