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Summer BLT Pasta Salad Virtual Cooking Class

6/28/2021

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BLT Pasta Salad Virtual Cooking Class, gluten free and dairy free recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Summer is here and it is A-MAIZE-ING!!!

Let's celebrate all of the fresh produce of the season with a fun twist on a summer salad.

Join us on Saturday, July 24th from 5:00pm - 6:30pm as we make my spin on a BLT classic.

We will be making:
BLT Pasta Salad - fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onion, avocado and sautéed corn pair perfectly with bowtie pasta, a creamy jalapeno dressing and of course....bacon 
(GF/DF options)
Rosemary Salty Dog - gin, grapefruit, lime and rosemary make up this refreshingly classic cocktail

$25 per household. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for event invites to future cooking classes.

Sign-up today to secure your spot by clicking on the Add to Cart button below.

After you register, the Monday before class starts, you will receive an email with your Zoom meeting information as well as a list of ingredients and an equipment list so you can buy your groceries and prepare ahead of time! See you then! Please email me at elenamccown@gmail.com if you need to make any substitutions due to allergies/sensitivities or if you just can't find or don't have all of the ingredients. 

Register for this class by clicking Summer Salad and Add to Cart. By clicking Add to Cart you agree to the Agreement, Waiver and Release below. For information on future classes, click here.

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​Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release

In consideration of being permitted by Elena McCown, LLC to participate in a virtual cooking class, I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue as a result of my participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge, in advance, Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its virtual cooking school staff whether contracted, employed or related, from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected to in any way with any participation in said activity. I understand that the activity that I am participating in may be of a hazardous nature and/or include physical and/or strenuous activity, that serious accidents occasionally occur during the said activity; and that participants in the said activity can occasionally sustain personal injuries as a consequence thereof. I also recognize that all people react to food differently and I will avoid the foods that I know I am allergic to and will ask for substitutions when necessary. Knowing the risks involved, nevertheless, I have voluntarily applied to participate in said activity, and I hereby agree to assume any and all risks of injury or death and to release and hold harmless Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its cooking school staff whether contracted or employed, or related, who might otherwise be liable to me. I further understand and agree that this waiver, release and assumption of risks is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I hereby grant Elena McCown, LLC all rights and consent to copyright, use, re‐use, publish or re‐publish, copy, exhibit or distribute all photographs I have posted of the food I created to be used for Elena McCown, LLC website, social media, and any educational, training or promotional electronic or printed material without restriction as to frequency or duration of usage and without compensation. By agreeing to this waiver by clicking Buy Now or Add to Cart, I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and Elena McCown, LLC and any staff member of cooking class whether contracted or employed, or related.
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Cake and Coffee Virtual Cooking Class

6/1/2021

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Cake and Coffee: Virtual Cooking Classes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN specializing in gluten free and dairy free or allergy needs
BAKE it 'till you make it!

We all know that life is too short, so it's time to have your cake and eat it too.

My husband, Josh, cooks all the time but he is not a baker. He had a request to learn how to bake a cake so I decided to teach it as a class so everyone else can follow along and learn with him! 
 The best part is that this can be made and enjoyed by everybody - the recipe can work with all food allergies/intolerances. E-mail me with any questions.

Join us on Sunday, June 13th from 2:00pm - 3:30pm as we bake a fresh, summer cake!

We will be making:
Zucchini Cake - a summery, healthier cake option
with a lemon cream cheese frosting for when you want something light and sweet (GF/DF options)
Vanilla Orange Iced Coffee Soda - a refreshing coffee drink with vanilla citrus fizz

$25 per household. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for event invites to future cooking classes.

Sign-up today to secure your spot by clicking on the Add to Cart button below.

After you register, the Monday before class starts, you will receive an email with your Zoom meeting information as well as a list of ingredients and an equipment list so you can buy your groceries and prepare ahead of time! See you then! Please email me at elenamccown@gmail.com if you need to make any substitutions due to allergies/sensitivities or if you just can't find or don't have all of the ingredients. 

Register for this class by clicking Cake and Coffee and Add to Cart. By clicking Add to Cart you agree to the Agreement, Waiver and Release below. For information on future classes, click here.
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Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release

In consideration of being permitted by Elena McCown, LLC to participate in a virtual cooking class, I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue as a result of my participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge, in advance, Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its virtual cooking school staff whether contracted, employed or related, from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected to in any way with any participation in said activity. I understand that the activity that I am participating in may be of a hazardous nature and/or include physical and/or strenuous activity, that serious accidents occasionally occur during the said activity; and that participants in the said activity can occasionally sustain personal injuries as a consequence thereof. I also recognize that all people react to food differently and I will avoid the foods that I know I am allergic to and will ask for substitutions when necessary. Knowing the risks involved, nevertheless, I have voluntarily applied to participate in said activity, and I hereby agree to assume any and all risks of injury or death and to release and hold harmless Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its cooking school staff whether contracted or employed, or related, who might otherwise be liable to me. I further understand and agree that this waiver, release and assumption of risks is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I hereby grant Elena McCown, LLC all rights and consent to copyright, use, re‐use, publish or re‐publish, copy, exhibit or distribute all photographs I have posted of the food I created to be used for Elena McCown, LLC website, social media, and any educational, training or promotional electronic or printed material without restriction as to frequency or duration of usage and without compensation. By agreeing to this waiver by clicking Buy Now or Add to Cart, I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and Elena McCown, LLC and any staff member of cooking class whether contracted or employed, or related.

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Spring Rolls Virtual Cooking Class

4/26/2021

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Spring Rolls Virtual Cooking Class by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN with healthy, gluten free and dairy free recipes for all - perfect as a Mother's Day virtual gift
This class is going to be SHRIMPLY irresistible! Whoa...I am on a ROLL!!!

Spring has sprung so join us Saturday, May 22nd from 5pm - 6:30pm as we make the freshest meal you can possibly think of....SPRING ROLLS!

We will be making:
Strawberry Shrimp Spring Rolls - fresh vegetables, herbs, strawberries and shrimp wrapped in a thin, translucent rice paper with a peanut dipping sauce
Basil Lime Smash - a simple, lightly sweetened cocktail consisting of basil, lime, gin and club soda

This would be a great class to gift to your mom for Mother's Day! Send her a gift card or participate virtually, or in person, together!


$25 per household. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for event invites to future cooking classes.

Sign-up today to secure your spot by clicking on the Add to Cart button below.

After you register, the Monday before class starts, you will receive an email with your Zoom meeting information as well as a list of ingredients and an equipment list so you can buy your groceries and prepare ahead of time! See you then! Please email me at elenamccown@gmail.com if you need to make any substitutions due to allergies/sensitivities or if you just can't find or don't have all of the ingredients. 

Register for this class by clicking Shrimp Spring Rolls and Add to Cart. By clicking Add to Cart you agree to the Agreement, Waiver and Release below. For information on future classes, click here.
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Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release

In consideration of being permitted by Elena McCown, LLC to participate in a virtual cooking class, I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue as a result of my participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge, in advance, Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its virtual cooking school staff whether contracted, employed or related, from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected to in any way with any participation in said activity. I understand that the activity that I am participating in may be of a hazardous nature and/or include physical and/or strenuous activity, that serious accidents occasionally occur during the said activity; and that participants in the said activity can occasionally sustain personal injuries as a consequence thereof. I also recognize that all people react to food differently and I will avoid the foods that I know I am allergic to and will ask for substitutions when necessary. Knowing the risks involved, nevertheless, I have voluntarily applied to participate in said activity, and I hereby agree to assume any and all risks of injury or death and to release and hold harmless Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its cooking school staff whether contracted or employed, or related, who might otherwise be liable to me. I further understand and agree that this waiver, release and assumption of risks is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I hereby grant Elena McCown, LLC all rights and consent to copyright, use, re‐use, publish or re‐publish, copy, exhibit or distribute all photographs I have posted of the food I created to be used for Elena McCown, LLC website, social media, and any educational, training or promotional electronic or printed material without restriction as to frequency or duration of usage and without compensation. By agreeing to this waiver by clicking Buy Now or Add to Cart, I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and Elena McCown, LLC and any staff member of cooking class whether contracted or employed, or related.
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Whisk Taker Recipes

3/31/2021

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Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
I can't believe a whole year has gone by since I decided to take the WHISK and start my cooking classes! When everything shut down and I realized more people were home and cooking (or wanting to learn how to), I decided it was a great opportunity to not only show others how to cook delicious AND nutritious foods, but to have fun and spread joy while doing it in whatever way I could!

I started on Facebook Live and quickly converted to Zoom where I still continue to host these fun virtual cooking classes. I wasn't sure what was going to happen over the past year - with life in general, for the world, for you, for me, my family, my business, but I decided I was going to do what I could to make the best out of the situation no matter what.

12 months. 12 months of creating exciting recipes. 12 months of cooking new recipes. 12 months of sharing these recipes. I wasn't sure where this was going to go when I started but I love what has become of it. Each month has a new theme with a main meal, appetizer, or dessert and a cocktail.

I have met people from across the United States, been hired to host virtual birthday parties, girl scout troop cooking classes, private lessons and corporate cooking happy hours and teambuilding. I take pride in the recipes I have created and love each and every one of them. I decided to share that love with you by offering a special one year anniversary celebration virtual "cookbook" with all of my recipes from throughout the year. The recipes that are included are listed below. All of them can easily be made gluten-free and dairy-free (it's how I make all of my recipes), or not. Most of them can be made vegan as well - if you have questions on how, e-mail me!


  • Tacos, White Bean Guacamole and a Margarita
  • Stuffed Shells, Tomato Cucumber Salad and an Aperol Spritz
  • Hummingbird Cupcake with Frosting and a Coffee Cream Soda
  • Banh Mi Bowl and a Coconut Mint Fizz
  • Chopped BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad, Skillet Cornbread and a Peach Shrub
  • Cuban Picadillo with Beans, Rice and Plantains and a Maple Mojito
  • Shrimp Curry, Sweet Potatoes, Raita and a Spiced Mule
  • Chicken Pot Pie, Cinnamon Apples and a Red Apple Cider Sangria
  • Christmas Charcuterie, Oatmeal Sugar Cookies, Frosting, Icing and a Holiday Old Fashioned
  • Skillet Pizza Pasta with a Winter White Sangria
  • Individual Deep Dish Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookie (or Mini Cake) with Champagne Whipped Cream
  • Quick Beef Pho with a Ginger Champagne Cocktail
  • ​Spinach Falafel with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Dressing with Hummus and a Thyme for Rosé Cocktail

These recipes are perfect for special events, impressing your friends and family, or just for simple weekly meal prep! If you are interested in purchasing this virtual cookbook with PDF recipes of all of these delicious meals, drinks, and desserts click Add to Cart below! Once you purchase the cookbook, you will receive an e-mail shortly after with the PDFs of the recipes from elenamccown@gmail.com. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any help!

​If you are interested in my upcoming virtual cooking classes, find out more here, purchase gift cards for future classes here or book your own private cooking class or lesson here.

Don't be afraid to take WHISKS!

Whisk Taker Recipes $15

Made for Everyone - Nutritious and Delicious Themed Meals, Drinks and Desserts by Elena McCown, LLC 
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Tacos, White Bean Guacamole and a Margarita
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Stuffed Shells, Tomato Cucumber Salad and an Aperol Spritz
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Hummingbird Cupcake with Frosting and a Coffee Cream Soda
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Banh Mi Bowl and a Coconut Mint Fizz
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Chopped BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad, Skillet Cornbread and a Peach Shrub
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Cuban Picadillo with Beans, Rice and Plantains and a Maple Mojito
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Shrimp Curry, Sweet Potatoes, Raita and a Spiced Mule
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Chicken Pot Pie, Cinnamon Apples and a Red Apple Cider Sangria
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Christmas Charcuterie, Oatmeal Sugar Cookies, Frosting, Icing and a Holiday Old Fashioned
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Christmas Charcuterie, Oatmeal Sugar Cookies, Frosting, Icing and a Holiday Old Fashioned
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Christmas Charcuterie, Oatmeal Sugar Cookies, Frosting, Icing and a Holiday Old Fashioned
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Skillet Pizza Pasta with a Winter White Sangria
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Individual Deep Dish Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookie (or Mini Cake) with Champagne Whipped Cream
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
Quick Beef Pho with a Ginger Champagne Cocktail
Whisk Taker Recipe, specialty gluten-free and dairy-free healthy recipes by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN
​Spinach Falafel with Greek Salad and Tzatziki Dressing with Hummus and a Thyme for Rosé Cocktail
By purchasing these recipes you are agreeing to make them with your own awareness of skills and any food allergies/sensitivities. I am not a doctor or dietitian and these recipes are only created as fun, delicious meals, desserts and drinks to enjoy on your own. You are not allowed to copy and sell these recipes as your own or distribute them to others.
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Kentucky Derby Hot Brown Pasta Virtual Cooking Class

3/24/2021

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Kentucky Derby Hot Brown Pasta Virtual Cooking Class by Elena McCown, LLC a health coach in Franklin, TN with gluten free and dairy free recipes
Kentucky Hot Browns and Juleps are MINT to be together!

Join us on April 24th from 5pm - 6:30pm (CT) live via Zoom as we celebrate the Kentucky Derby! Don't forget to wear your party hats!

We will be making:
Kentucky Hot Brown Pasta - We are going to take this open faced sandwich of turkey, bacon, tomato with a cheesy béchamel sauce and turn it into a more nutritious, but just as delicious Hot Brown pasta!
Peach Julep - The mint julep is the Kentucky Derby's signature drink. We are going to put a peachy spring twist on this mint and bourbon based drink!


$25 per household. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for event invites to future cooking classes.

Sign-up today to secure your spot by clicking on the Add to Cart button below.

After you register, the Monday before class starts, you will receive an email with your Zoom meeting information as well as a list of ingredients and an equipment list so you can buy your groceries and prepare ahead of time! See you then! Please email me at elenamccown@gmail.com if you need to make any substitutions due to allergies/sensitivities or if you just can't find or don't have all of the ingredients. 

Register for this class by clicking Kentucky Derby Hot Brown Pasta and Add to Cart. By clicking Add to Cart you agree to the Agreement, Waiver and Release below. For information on future classes, click here.
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​Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release

In consideration of being permitted by Elena McCown, LLC to participate in a virtual cooking class, I hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages or personal injury, death, or property damage which I may have or which may hereafter accrue as a result of my participation in said activity. This release is intended to discharge, in advance, Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its virtual cooking school staff whether contracted, employed or related, from and against any and all liability arising out of or connected to in any way with any participation in said activity. I understand that the activity that I am participating in may be of a hazardous nature and/or include physical and/or strenuous activity, that serious accidents occasionally occur during the said activity; and that participants in the said activity can occasionally sustain personal injuries as a consequence thereof. I also recognize that all people react to food differently and I will avoid the foods that I know I am allergic to and will ask for substitutions when necessary. Knowing the risks involved, nevertheless, I have voluntarily applied to participate in said activity, and I hereby agree to assume any and all risks of injury or death and to release and hold harmless Elena McCown, LLC, its officers, directors, members and managers, and all other members of its cooking school staff whether contracted or employed, or related, who might otherwise be liable to me. I further understand and agree that this waiver, release and assumption of risks is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I hereby grant Elena McCown, LLC all rights and consent to copyright, use, re‐use, publish or re‐publish, copy, exhibit or distribute all photographs I have posted of the food I created to be used for Elena McCown, LLC website, social media, and any educational, training or promotional electronic or printed material without restriction as to frequency or duration of usage and without compensation. By agreeing to this waiver by clicking Buy Now or Add to Cart, I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Hold Harmless Agreement, Waiver and Release and fully understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract between myself and Elena McCown, LLC and any staff member of cooking class whether contracted or employed, or related.
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    Elena McCown, LLC Health Coach in Franklin, TN

    About Me

    I am a food loving, activity seeking health coach who resides in Franklin, TN with my husband and two sweet dogs (Lola & Penny).
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    I believe everyone should eat balanced and not cut food groups if you don't medically need to. All foods can fit in a healthy diet. Unfortunately, I have to avoid gluten and also limit myself with dairy, so my goal is to provide healthy, gluten-free/dairy-free recipes so EVERYONE can enjoy all foods, even if you do have to cut out certain food groups. My recipes are encouraged for everyone to eat, not just for those with sensitivities/allergies! Most of my recipes can be easily converted by using real dairy and whole-wheat in place of my allergy-free substitutes. 

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