Have You Ever Eaten A Snapdragon?

Learn how to grow edible flowers in your kitchen or grow your own herbs to use in cooking with two unique workshops offered by McHenry County College’s Continuing Education Department.

The following summer classes are available:

Incredible Edible Flowers                                                                 

This workshop will show you how to get started or expand your existing herb garden.  You’ll get lots of recipes including Lemon Verbena Cake with Lemon Honey Butter Sauce, Lavender Shortbread Cookies and Garlic Rosemary Cheese, plus lots of information on how to use your herb garden. This class meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19 at MCC in room D154.  Cost is $35. Use course ID: NCU S70 007 when registering.

Step Outside the Herb Box                                                                

Making your own infused oils and vinegars with easy-to-grow herbs from your garden is a great way to add flavor to food and be healthier too.  You’ll also learn how to make an herbal eye pillow that can help reduce tension, ease a headache or help with meditation.  Growing herbs is easy, fun and you may uncover some creative culinary talents to spice up your life. This class meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 28 at MCC in room D154. Cost is $35.  Use course ID: NCU S69 006 when registering.

To register, call the MCC Registration Office at (815) 455-8588.  For more information, call Tracy Berry at (815) 455-8758 or Dori Smith at (815) 455-8559.