Donate-What-You-Feel Cooking Workshop: Make Soup, Not Waste

Don’t shop for this cooking workshop!

This past weekend, I led a cooking workshop on Zoom, hosted by the City of Dublin. Thank you to the city and to everyone who attended. The audience cooked along with me as we made soup out of whatever we had on hand. No two pots were alike! It was so fun, I’ve decided to teach it again as a fundraiser.

Kitchen sink soup, rescue soup, use-it-up soup—it reduces food waste, saves money and conserves resources: the food itself plus all the water, energy, land, inputs and labor that went into producing the food. During Covid, finding ways to use all of the food you have on hand means you can shop less frequently and stay home longer, helping reduce the spread.

Join me and other cooks via Zoom on Friday, October 9th from 10am to 11am PT. Pay what you like. A mere dollar will secure you a spot. All proceeds will go to the League of Women Voters, an organization which “encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.” The League’s mission is “Empowering voters. Defending democracy.”

On the day of the class, please bring the following:

Equipment

Large stock pot and lid
Large cutting board
Sharp knife
Vegetable peeler or paring knife
Large measuring cup
Set of measuring spoons
Dishtowel

Basic ingredients

Olive oil, butter or other fat
Random vegetables on hand, such as: carrots, celery, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, hot peppers, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes, eggplant, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, green beans, zucchini, winter squash
Fresh or dried herbs of your choice (rosemary, thyme, marjoram or oregano for example)
Salt and pepper
Acid, such as red wine, sherry or cider vinegar or lemon juice