Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

The Ultimate Guide to Crafting Authentic Homemade Trix Cereal Ever craved that nostalgic burst of fruity sweetness and vibrant colors that only Trix cereal can deliver? Forget the supermarket shelves; this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to recreate that iconic breakfast treat in your own kitchen, with a level of control and quality that surpasses any store-bought version. Trix cereal presently showcases four distinct colors: turquoise, purple, yellow, and red, all sourced from natural ingredients such as fruits and vegetables. Historically, the cereal has featured additional colors, including orange, blue, and green, in various iterations. Deconstructing the Trix Flavor Profile: A Culinary Deep Dive The magic of Trix lies in its surprisingly complex yet distinctly artificial fruit flavor. It’s a carefully orchestrated symphony of berry, citrus, and tropical notes, designed to hit those specific nostalgic pleasure centers. Understanding these core c...

Mini Mexican pizza on NAAN original flatbread These little mini Mexican pizzas are actually really filling, so don't let their size fool you!  I used mini flatbread for my recipe today, because it makes perfect mini pizzas. The flatbread is soft, but yet thick enough that the pizzas don't fall apart. You can fold them in half, and pick them up to eat, or slice them with a pizza cutter so that they're not quite as messy. You'll find that whichever way you choose to eat them, they're delicious. Ingredients: 1 package of Stonefire mini NAAN original flatbread ½ pound of ground beef 1 teaspoon of cumin 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper 1 small white onion 1 can of refried beans 1 cup of white American garlic cheese or Mexican cheese 1 teaspoon of canola oil Instructions: In a skillet, add the cooking oil, allowing it to get hot on medium heat. Then add the diced onion. Cook until the onion is translucent. Now, add the ground beef and seasonings t...

Omelet Breakfast Pizza Skip making a pizza crust. Instead, use only eggs! Are you tired of having the same old boring thing for breakfast? Why not prepare an omelet breakfast pizza? Today, I prepared a pepperoni and cheese omelet pizza with red banana peppers. This recipe took me maybe eight to ten minutes to prepare and part of that time was just on prepping.  Ingredients: 5-6 large eggs, whisked 1 small package of pepperoni ½ cup of cheese (I used Velveeta cheese because it melts quicker) Sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper, seasoning salt, and smoked paprika 1 red banana pepper, diced Add-ins: Cooked ground sausage, cooked Italian sausage, diced onion, etc.. Instructions: First, gather up all the ingredients and dice the red banana pepper because this recipe is fairly fast once you get started cooking the egg layer.   Spray a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray really well, or use a couple of tablespoons of cooking oil. Place the non-stick skillet over mediu...

Hashbrown Breakfast Pizza Ingredients: 2 potatoes, peeled and grated 12 pepperoni slices 4 eggs 1/4 cup of grated American cheese 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning salt 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder 2 tablespoons of canola oil for the skillet Instructions: Peel and rinse 2 large potatoes (I used Russet potatoes). Then grate them. Place the grated potatoes in a bowl of cold ice water for ten minutes to soak. Add 2 tablespoons of canola oil for the skillet and allow it to get hot over medium-high heat. Drain the water off the potatoes. Then pat them dry with a clean paper towel. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning salt, 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder over the grated potatoes. Flip the potato pieces with your hands so that the spices are mixed well. Then transfer the seasoned potatoes to the skillet. Allow the bottom of the hashbrown to brown even...

Crustless Breakfast Skillet Pizza In today's recipe, I opted for crumbled bacon and pepperoni slices as my toppings, but feel free to customize with cooked ham, sausage, or your favorite sautéed vegetables. The possibilities are endless with this mouthwatering dish! Ingredients: 6 Eggs 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup of breakfast meats (such as bacon or sausage) Cheese (Swiss and mozzarella) Get ready to whip up this delicious breakfast pizza that will leave your taste buds begging for more! Instructions: First, cook your chosen breakfast meats in a skillet until they are perfectly crispy. Set them aside. Next, crack open those eggs, beat them up, and pour them into the skillet. Let them cook until they are nice and set.  Note:I used a 6-inch skillet today. Now, top everything off with a generous sprinkle of cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid or pop it into the oven and bake for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Finally, slice up your crustless breakfast skillet pizza...