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Pie crust workshop set Nov. 13 in La Salle

University of Illinois Extension coordinating event

By Shaw Local News Network

University of Illinois Extension invites all youth, ages 8-18, to a pie crust workshop 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13. Their pies may not look this decadent on the first try, but many pie-making skills be shared during the session. (Grace Dickinson)

University of Illinois Extension invites all youth, ages 8-18, to a pie crust workshop 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13.

This workshop will take place at the University of Illinois Extension Education Center and Community Teaching Kitchen at 944 First St. in La Salle.

The cost for this workshop is free to all 4-H members and $5 for non-4-H members. Go to https://go.illinois.edu/piecrust to register by Wednesday, Nov. 10. If possible, all participants are asked to bring a hair tie and or a hat to wear in the kitchen.

This workshop is geared for youth, ages 8-18, who want to learn how to bake pies from scratch. Susan Glassman, extension nutrition and wellness educator, and Beth Dellatori, 4-H youth development educator, will teach participants about basic measuring skills, using a rolling pin to roll out the dough, forming the crust in the pie plate, and cooking the crust to perfection. Attendees will also learn more about 4-H, complete a craft, receive pie recipes to take home, and enjoy a snack.

The mission of University of Illinois Extension is to provide practical education to help people, businesses and communities solve problems, develop skills and build a better future. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you have questions or need more information, call Dellatori at the University of Illinois Extension-Bureau, La Salle, Marshall, Putnam Unit Office at 815-224-0889.