Special Winter Season Cooking Class with Chef Neal Fraser of Redbird

After his popular first Master Series cooking class, Chef Neal Fraser of Redbird LA returns to CocuSocial with another cooking lesson on how to create a healthy yet festive and comforting winter meal that brings out the best of the season.

Chef Neal Fraser is an award winning Chef and Owner of the Los Angeles based restaurant Redbird. This evening, he will teach you how to make a complete meal consisting of turkey roulade paired with cranberry tangerine sauce and potato puree from scratch. If you thought turkey was boring and dry, think again! There is more than one way to cook your turkey, and this is surely not your typical recipe.

You will be rolling up your sleeves to fill this bird with all kinds of delicious ingredients and roll it up into shape. You will also be guided step by step how to create a luscious sauce made with cranberry and tangerine that will perfectly pair with the main dish. Also accompanying this meal is pureed potato, simple yet luxurious, it's everyone's favorite side dish. You can replace the turkey with chicken if you wish and if you are a vegetarian, you can still follow along by substituting with alternative protein that will shine through with the same flavors involved in this recipe. Finally, you will learn the delicate art of plating and garnishing for restaurant quality presentation. With plenty of servings, you just took care of your Sunday dinner and meal prepping for the coming workweek!

The chef will be using techniques that are approachable for any home cook. No experience or fancy kitchen equipment are required, however we highly recommend you use thermal circulator, potato masher, and the sieve recommended by Chef Neal (links provided upon registration) for the best result! We will send you a list of ingredients & equipment required to cook along with Chef Neal in real time. Some of the essential ingredients you will need include: turkey, garlic, fresh thyme and rosemary sprigs, dry sage and coriander, fennel pollen, fresh and dried cranberries, tangerine juice, ginger, potatoes, butter, heavy cream, oil, salt, sugar & pepper.

Prepare your mis-en-place ahead of the session (according to the recipe), grab a glass of your favorite drink, and get ready to cook along with a rising star chef! *Keep in mind a portion of the recipe requires you to prep your turkey ahead of the class (12 hours of brining is recommended so make sure you do this part the day before our class for the best result.)* You will have the opportunity to engage with Chef Neal throughout using the Zoom chat box. There will also be time at the end for a formal Q&A.