All services except Vital Records, Food Protection Services and the Water Lab will be unavailable at the James O. Goodwin Health Center on Dec 9-10 due to boiler repair. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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Free Cooking Demos

Eating healthy is easier than you think. Come learn new recipes and techniques for preparing delicious meals taught by a dietitian.

The Tulsa Health Department is pleased to offer these free cooking demonstrations to the community. These demos are hosted at our North Regional Health and Wellness Center, 56th & MLK Jr. Blvd, location that features a full demonstration kitchen. Each attendee will enjoy free samples of the dishes prepared and will take home recipe cards and educational handouts. Registration is required to attend.

Upcoming 2024 Demos

Join us in November where we will focus on diabetes awareness and in December for holiday favorites.

Thurs, Nov 14 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Low Carb Autumn Flavors: Join us for a cooking demonstration focused on diabetes-friendly recipes! This session features a comforting, low-carb Shepherd’s Pie and a deliciously healthy Apple Crisp dessert. Learn how to create meals that are both satisfying and supportive of blood sugar management.

Tues, Nov 19 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Cooking for Kids: Kids will love this fun and festive cooking class! In this hands-on session, they’ll make their own Burrito Bowls packed with fresh ingredients and whip up Pumpkin Spiced Crispy Rice Cereal Treats for a seasonal twist. Children under 8 require an adult to be present.

Thurs, Dec 12| 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Slow Simmered Nutrition: Warm up this holiday season with a cozy cooking demonstration! Join us as we prepare a hearty Chicken or Turkey Chili paired with classic cornbread—perfect for festive gatherings or a comforting winter meal. Watch, learn and take home tips to make these holiday favorites yourself!

Tues, Dec 17 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Cooking for Kids: Kids will love getting hands-on in the kitchen with this holiday-themed cooking class! They’ll learn to make tasty Black Bean Tacos and whip up festive Saltine Cracker Candy for a sweet treat. It’s a fun, interactive way to explore new flavors and cooking skills! Children under 8 require an adult to be present.

Past Cooking Demos

Healthy Detox Wraps with Sprouts: In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to make the super nutritious sprouts to add to their own wraps. Take home a jar and start your own sprouts.

Vegetable Lasagna: This plant-based lasagna is savory and full of flavor.

Kids and Young Adults - Chipotle Bowls: Children will get hands on cooking experience making their own chipotle bowls with fresh ingredients. 

Cutting the Salt: Learn how to make a salt substitute and a curry seasoning that goes great on roasted vegetables and meats.

Kids and Young Adults - Homemade Chips and Dip: We will demonstrate how you can make crunchy salty snacks that will cut the sodium in half. Children under 8 years of age age require an adult to be present.

Meal Prep 101: Learn how to make delicious sauces that will help you prepare your meals on the go!

Air Fryer Cooking | Learn how to make healthy fish tacos three delicious ways using your air fryer.

Kids and Young Adults - Homemade Pizza and Toaster Pastries | We will demonstrate how you can make homemade toaster pastries and pizza that everyone will love. Children under 8 years of age require an adult to be present.

Charcuterie Board | Learn how to make a healthy charcuterie board while incorporating mindful eating techniques and learn more about how to read labels.

Sweet Treats for Kids and Young Adults | Learn how to make sweet treats that are delicious and nutritious! We will make white chocolate blondie brownies and easy homemade Snickers.

Meal Prep 101 | Learn the basics of meal prepping, portion sizes, and what a healthy plate looks like. We will turn roasted chicken into four different meals that are flavorful, filling and never boring!

Jamaican Jerk Bowls | Try these Caribbean-inspired recipes and bowls to detox your system while still satisfying your taste buds.

Kids Class - Chipotle Bowls |  Make your own Chipotle bowls with fresh ingredients where that the whole family can participate and enjoy.

Cutting the Sugar | This class is designed to help you take care of that sweet tooth while cutting the sugar and detoxing for the new year. Try delicious recipes that include cookies, pancakes and warm savory drinks.

Soups | Learn how to make easy and delicious soups and stews, take trip to North Africa and Italy to create Moroccan and Italian dishes that are rich in flavor and full of herbs and spices that are packed with nutrients.

Holiday Twist | Before Christmas re-imagine some of the classic holiday favorites that we all grew up loving with a delicious twist.

Soups | As the cold days of winter endure, there is nothing more comforting than a hearty bowl of soup. In this class, we will learn two different soups that work well for a hearty dinner and taste even better for lunch the next day! Watch the demo.

Using Quinoa and Chia | Quinoa and Chia seem to be everywhere, magazines, TV and social media, but what are they? We know they are good for us, but they may be a little intimidating if you don’t know how to use them. In this class, we will learn more about how to fit these two ingredients into our everyday meal planning.

Heart Health | Learn how to make delicious meals that are good for your taste buds and your heart. This class is for anyone interested in creating healthy meals that the entire family will enjoy. Watch the demo.

Breakfast for Dinner | Rethink your dinner plan by including some breakfast favorites! This is a great option for quick and healthy meals when you need a change up from your normal dinner rotation. Watch the demo.

Instant Pot: Dried Beans | Beans are excellent source of protein and fiber. Dried beans are not only a great source of protein and fiber, but they are also the most economical form of protein available. In this class we will learn how to prepare dried beans in a fraction of the time using an instant pot. Watch the demo.

Find all of our past cooking demos on our Cooking Demo Playlist on YouTube!

View our cooking demo recipes using Pinterest to easily save and make at home!

Register for a demo

Interested in improving your culinary skills? Sign up for one of our upcoming demos below and get cooking.

LOCATIONS

We have 10 locations across Tulsa County that offer a variety of services to help you and your family stay healthy.

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