Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

Surviving a Winter Snow Storm in 2025: Stay Safe and Warm with Homemade Comfort Food When a winter snow storm hits, it's important to stay safe and warm. One way to do that is by preparing homemade comfort food like bread, beans, and stew. Not only will these dishes keep you full and satisfied, but they will also help warm you up from the inside out. Below are the full recipes for each dish. Homemade Bread Ingredients: 3 cups of all-purpose flour 1 packet of active dry yeast 1 cup of warm water 1 tablespoon of Splenda or sugar Season with 1 teaspoon of seasoning salt. Instructions: In a bowl, mix the warm water, granulated Splenda or sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Add the flour and seasoning salt to the yeast mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour. Shape the dough into a loaf and let it rise for another 30 minutes. Bake at 375-degrees for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown. Pot of Beans Ingredients: 1 p...

Homemade Yeast Rolls Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked bread with my homemade yeast rolls. These rolls are sure to satisfy your cravings for warm, fluffy goodness. Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast 1 cup of warm water 1/2 cup of rice oil or melted butter, plus extra melted butter for greasing the pan and brushing over the tops of the rolls 1/4 cup of granulated Splenda or sugar (adjust to taste, but ensure the dough has at least 2 tablespoons) 1 teaspoon of seasoning salt 4 cups of all-purpose flour Instructions: Dissolve 2 1/2 teaspoons of active dry yeast in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Allow the yeast to bloom for 2 to 5 minutes. Once the yeast is ready, combine it with 1/2 cup of canola oil or melted butter, 1/4 cup of granulated Splenda or sugar, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix well. Add 4 cups of all-purpose flour to the sweetened yeast mixture. Combine the ingredients thoroughly with a wooden spoon or your hands. Adjust t...

Homemade Crescent Sheet Dough Say goodbye to store-bought crescent dough and hello to this simple and versatile recipe! While this dough does require an hour of resting time, the end result is well worth the wait. Use this crescent sheet dough to create a variety of delicious treats such as crescent rolls, cinnamon rolls, apple dumplings, peach dumplings, and more. Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour 1/3 cup of granulated Splenda or sugar 3/4 cup of butter 1 tablespoon of instant yeast 3/4 cup of warm tap water 2 large eggs Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, sift together 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/3 cup of granulated Splenda or sugar. Mix well. Cut in 3/4 cup of butter into the flour mixture using a fork or pastry cutter. Add 1 tablespoon of instant yeast and 3/4 cup of warm tap water. Then, add 2 eggs. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Knead the dough in the bowl for 5 minutes. Cover the bowl with a tea towel and allow the dough to rest for approximately 1 ho...

Buttered Top Biscuits In the world of comfort food, few things can rival the simple pleasure of a warm, flaky biscuit topped with butter. Buttered-top biscuits are a classic favorite that evoke feelings of home and hearth. This article will guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats, from gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the baking technique. Whether you're a seasoned baker looking to expand your repertoire or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe for buttered top biscuits is sure to become a staple in your culinary arsenal. Introduction to Buttered Top Biscuits Picture this: flaky, buttery biscuits fresh out of the oven, topped with a generous slather of even more butter. Buttered-top biscuits are the ultimate comfort food that will transport you to biscuit heaven with every bite. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, as a side dish, or as a midnight snack, these biscuits are sure to be a hit with your taste buds. Ingre...

Pullman cheese and pepperoni bread This loaf of bread is filled with chunks of pepperoni and gooey shredded cheese. It's wonderful served with various pasta dishes or for a snack just by itself and when it's dipped in pizza sauce, it's even better! My husband enjoys eating a slice just as soon as it's cool enough to serve. Are you guys ready to put some mouthwatering yum into your tums? Ingredients: 3 cups of all-purpose flour 1-¼ teaspoon of yeast 1 teaspoon of seasoning salt, or kosher salt 1 cup of shredded cheese, your preferred (I used shredded cheddar.) 1 cup of chopped pepperoni ½ teaspoon of garlic powder (optional) ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning (optional) 1-½ cups of lukewarm water, plus a little more if needed 2-3 tablespoons of melted butter, to be brushed over the top of the dough Instructions: First, chop the pepperoni and shred one cup of your favorite cheese. (Chop your pepperoni into the size you prefer.) In a bowl, add the list of ingredients. (Slowly...