Adult Learning Culinary Classes in Baton Rouge: Bread Fundamentals

Charlie Ruffolo • February 1, 2018

Bread is the cornerstone of a good meal. No matter what time of the day, occasion, or entrée, the right bread can make it that much better. While it may not often be noticed, there is a lot that goes into baking, and furthermore into the wide variety of bread options that we enjoy. This is whyLouisiana Culinary Institute is offering an adult learning culinary class on bread fundamentals.

 

In this class students will discover the principles and properties that are the building blocks of bread production. From experiments to discussions, the basic methods of bread baking will be taught, as well as:

  • Ingredient functions in bread production
  • Mixing methods in bread production
  • The steps of the baking process
  • Production of lean and quick dough products
  • The types, uses, and care of bakeshop equipment

 

If you have a passion for baking, are considering culinary school for your future education, or are simply looking for additional culinary training, this five week course is the perfect experience. This class will be held each Tuesday from 6 pm to 9pm beginning on February 27th and ending on March 27th.

 

Each student will receive professional instruction fromLCI’s ACF Certified Chefs. The following items will be provided:

  • Food
  • State-of-the-art facility
  • Products
  • Equipment
  • Bakeshop
  • LCI Apron
  • Towel
  • Pen
  • Measurement card
  • Recipe booklet

 

At the completion of the class, and after a brief mini-practical, each student will receive a certificate of completion, and this course can be used as credit into LCI’s Baking and Pastry Program.

 

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