Steak Knowledge Cooking Class

About this course

Participants explore several steak cuts, including how to choose them and how different accompaniments suit each one. The class covers cooking steak on the hob, achieving different levels of doneness by touch or thermometer, resting the meat, and using the oven and barbecue. Sauces are prepared from scratch as part of the session. The cooked steaks are sliced for comparison and tasting, served with the prepared condiments, roasted potato wedges and salad.

What you'll learn

• Identify and compare several key steak cuts
• Cook steak on the hob and use the oven or barbecue for different methods
• Assess whether steak is rare, medium or well-done by touch or with a thermometer
• Explain why steak should rest after cooking
• Prepare sauces from scratch and consider how they complement different cuts

Is this course right for you?

Listed as suitable for all levels, this class combines instruction, cooking activities and tasting. Participants work with several cuts, prepare sauces, assess doneness and compare steak cooked using different methods.