Christa’s
Kitchen Classroom: Cooking, Health, & Retreats
Come learn the basics of healthy, from-scratch cooking demonstration with me at my home—or invite me to teach right in your kitchen! Depending on your space and size of group, we may even be able to get hands-on. Email me for details—I’d love to cook with you!
Hi, I'm Christa Joy Spaeth
I'm so excited to offer a variety of hands-on and demonstration, health-centered classes designed to nourish your body, soul, and spirit.
Whether you're just starting to learn how to bake or you're diving deeper into wellness, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Why Learn from Me?
With over 25 years of experience as a dietitian in foodservice, nutrition, and specifically a Culinary Test Kitchen, I blend science, tradition, and faith in every class I teach. I believe food is not just fuel—it’s healing!
My passion is helping others feel confident in the kitchen while creating meals that bring joy, vitality, and connection.
When you learn with me, you’ll receive:
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A warm, welcoming environment with no judgment—only encouragement.
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Step-by-step teaching that meets you at your level.
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Nutritional wisdom
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Inspiration to live a more wholehearted, healthy life.
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What if the healthiest loaf of bread you've ever eaten was also the most delicious?
Fresh-milled bread is bursting with incredible flavor, hearty texture, and wholesome nutrition that simply can't be matched by store-bought bread made with commercial flour.
In this hands-on class, you'll learn why milling whole grains just before baking preserves the nutrients, natural oils, and rich flavor that are lost during commercial flour processing.
You'll also discover how easy it is to bake soft, beautiful loaves in your own kitchen with the right techniques and equipment.
Enjoy fresh bread samples during class, leave with a loaf ready to bake at home, and gain the confidence to start baking nourishing, fresh-milled bread for your family.
Class is held in the Southern Metro Area of the Twin Cities, MN. Directions will be emailed.
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What if the healthiest loaf of bread you've ever eaten was also the most delicious?
Fresh-milled bread is bursting with incredible flavor, hearty texture, and wholesome nutrition that simply can't be matched by store-bought bread made with commercial flour.
In this hands-on class, you'll learn why milling whole grains just before baking preserves the nutrients, natural oils, and rich flavor that are lost during commercial flour processing.
You'll also discover how easy it is to bake soft, beautiful loaves in your own kitchen with the right techniques and equipment.
Enjoy fresh bread samples during class, leave with a loaf ready to bake at home, and gain the confidence to start baking nourishing, fresh-milled bread for your family.
Class is held in the Southern Metro Area of the Twin Cities, MN. Directions will be emailed.
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Learn the Art of Baking with Fresh Milled Flour
Are you curious about fresh milled flour but not sure where to start? I'd love to guide you through it one-on-one, at your own pace.
I offer private 2 1/2-hour classes via Zoom or in person, designed to give you the confidence and knowledge to start baking with freshly milled whole grain flour right away.
Email me with questions and to set date at christajoyministries@gmail.com
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Wish you had someone to guide you through baking with fresh milled flour, but there's no class near you?
Join me live from your own kitchen from anywhere in the USA!
Bake alongside me in real time, ask questions, and connect with home cooks from across the country.
You'll learn the nutrition behind fresh milled flour, the best equipment to use, and simple recipes you can confidently make at home.
I'll send the ingredient list a week before class so you're ready to bake with me! I will send a suggestion for a product to purchase that is as close to fresh milled as possible until you get a grain mill.
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Looking for healthy dinner ideas that don't require hours in the kitchen?
Join me for a fun and delicious cooking demonstration where you'll learn how to prepare four Mediterranean-inspired meals that are simple enough for busy weeknights and flavorful enough to serve to guests.
During this two-hour demonstration class, I'll share practical cooking techniques, meal prep tips, and simple ways to build healthy meals using wholesome
ingredients and vibrant herbs and spices. We'll focus on real food, uncomplicated recipes, and everyday cooking skills you can use again and again.
On the Menu
🍗 Oven-Roasted Chicken Thighs
🫒 Herbed Chicken & Olive Skillet
🍋 Lemon Herb Tilapia
🥩 Stovetop Grilled Beef Kebabs
You'll also enjoy delicious sides and samples of fresh homemade bread.
This is a demonstration class, so you can sit back, relax, ask questions, take notes, and enjoy tasting each recipe.
You'll leave with a full recipe packet, plenty of samples, and the confidence to recreate these meals in your own kitchen.
Includes: Recipe packet, food samples, and plenty of cooking tips!
Come hungry and leave inspired!
I'm also available to teach special classes or host workshops tailored to your group or community. Some of the topics I can teach or can customize include:
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Sourdough for Beginners
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Juicing for Energy and Cleansing
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Herbs for Everyday Wellness
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Biblical Cooking and Hospitality
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Fermenting Vegetables
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If you have other idea or a group of friends who want to learn something specific, let’s talk!