Creamy Chicken & Wild-Rice Soup, Classic Chili & Homemade Italian Bread Bowls Online via Zoom

Warm, comforting and delicious—what could be better on a chilly day than a bowl of homemade soup or chili served inside a freshly baked Italian bread bowl? In this cozy cook-along, you’ll learn to make two of Chef Tess’ favorite comfort food recipes: her classic Minnesota-style Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup and Hearty Classic Chili, along with soft delicious Italian bread bowls baked from scratch. Choose one recipe to cook along with, and watch a demonstration of the other; or make both! Both recipes will include instructions for the multi-cooker (any brand), as well as the stovetop, so you can use the cooking method that woks best for you. Helpful tips and tricks for getting the most from your multi-cooker will also be shared. These tried and true recipes are easy to follow, wonderfully satisfying and are sure to become family favorites!

Equipment Needs: Electric multi-cooker such as an Instant Pot® (optional), heavy bottom soup pot, a stand-mixer and dough hook are also recommended for the making of the bread bowls. If stand mixer is not available, dough can be made by hand. More info will be provided in the ingredient list packet.

Tess Georgakopoulos

Instructor

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Tess Georgakopoulos, is a the creator of Dish it up Good and a highly sought-after Community Education instructor known for delivering engaging, high-quality culinary programming that goes far beyond the traditional in-person or virtual class experience.

Currently serving nearly 60 public school districts across Minnesota—as well as programs in Wisconsin, New York, and Oklahoma—Tess has build a strong and growing reputation for classes that are not only well-attended, but highly rated by participants. Her partnerships extend to Parks & Recreation Departments and organizations such as the Girl Scouts, reflecting both the demand for and trust in her programming.

What sets Tess’ classes apart is her signature live, interactive, hands-on format with up-close videography, combined with a level of professionalism and structure that reflects true culinary expertise. Participants don’t simply follow along—they gain a deeper understanding of techniques, timing, and the “why” behind each step creating a true learning experience rather than a passive class.