Freezer-Friendly Soup and Side Dish Classes

Q: What dishes can I learn to make?

The Online Freezer-Friendly Soups menu includes Kale and White Bean Soup, Kabocha Squash and Chicken Stew, and Mushroom Bisque with Sherry. Online Freezer-Friendly Thanksgiving Sides covers corn pudding, sweet potato casserole and au gratin potatoes. Review the individual class menu before choosing.

Q: Do these classes cover freezing and reheating?

Yes. The soup class covers portioning and freezing soups so they reheat well. The Thanksgiving sides class includes freezing, thawing and reheating guidance for its dishes. Choose the menu that fits your plans: smaller portions for everyday meals or sides prepared ahead for a gathering.

Q: Are these classes online, and how should I prepare?

The Freezer-Friendly Soups and Freezer-Friendly Thanksgiving Sides classes use password-protected Zoom sessions, with start times listed in Eastern Time. Download the prep packet from the individual class listing for the shopping list and pre-class preparation guide, then gather your ingredients before class. Check the listing for current dates and booking details.

Q: Should I choose make-ahead cooking, ravioli making or vegetable cooking?

Choose freezer-friendly soups and sides if your priority is preparing food ahead and learning freezing and reheating techniques. Explore butternut squash ravioli cooking classes if you’d rather practice filled pasta, or roasted vegetable cooking classes to focus on vegetable preparation and roasting.

Cook something comforting today and make tomorrow a little easier. Explore Sur La Table cooking classes for freezer-friendly soups and make-ahead sides, from kale and white bean soup to Thanksgiving favorites. Learn practical ways to prepare, freeze and reheat dishes with flavor and texture in mind—whether you’re planning weeknight meals or getting a head start on a holiday gathering.

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Roasted Vegetable Cooking Classes

A little cooking ahead can go a long way when the weather turns cool and calendars fill up. Soup portions make useful starting points for lunches and dinners, while freezer-friendly sides let you spread holiday preparation over more than one day. These meal prep classes pair familiar recipes with practical guidance on what happens after cooking, helping you bring comforting dishes back to the table with confidence.