Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

Peanut Butter Dog Biscuits If pet food prices have you skipping away from the dog treat aisle, then read on. Today, I will walk you through how I prepare simple puppy (dog) peanut butter biscuits. The recipe doesn't require very many ingredients and the treats take about twenty minutes to bake. Your pooches will be so excited that you're making delicious peanut butter treats for them that they'll even try to help you prepare them. Well, maybe not, but I betcha they'll try to give you a bunch of doggy smooches! Ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour 1 egg ½ cups of creamy peanut butter ¼ cup of warm water Instructions: In a bowl, add the all-purpose flour, creamy peanut butter, eggs, and water. Using a mixer or fork, combine until the ingredients are incorporated together. Lightly dust your countertop with flour and transfer the peanut butter dough to it; roll the dough out. The dough should be kind of stiff and not sticky. Use cookie cutters to cut out cute shapes, o...

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Dog Treats Today, I am super excited to share my techniques for making another truly wholesome dog treat with you. After-all, your furry companions deserve healthy food, so that they can be their best selves. These pup treats are the perfect snack to make ahead of time for your cuddly pooch as a reward for their love and companionship, obedience, potty-training, or for any other training in general.  My fur baby seems to think that the treats taste better when they're made in different cute shapes. So, I use three different cookie cutters when I make these dog treats. Plus, using different cookie cutter sizes also allows me to make good use of the leftover dough pieces. The three shapes that I am using for this recipe are a gingerbread man, a star, and a flower-shaped cookie cutter. (I use regular cookie cutters to make mine.) If you don't have any cookie cutters, that's okay too. After rolling out the dough, cut it into squared-shaped pieces, or use a...

Nutritional Chickpea Dog Treats This is a healthy dog treat that's packed with nutritional benefits. The dough in this dog treat recipe can be prepared in two ways, baked or dehydrated. I am baking mine today, but I will also include the instructions (towards the end of my article) on how you can dehydrate the dog treats.  The chickpeas are super easy to smash once they're cooked. Ingredients: 1 cup of chickpeas, cooked ½ cup of sweet potato, cooked and peeled ½ cup of carrots, cooked 2 tablespoons of oil 1 cup flour ¼ cup water Instructions: If you need the cooking instructions for chickpeas, go back to read my article "Chickpeas for pooches". In that article I went through all the steps to show how I cook them specifically for pet food. To cook the sweet potato, place it into a pan of boiling water and cook it until it's tender. Boiling a sweet potato usually takes about thirty-five minutes. Drain the water off, allow the sweet potato to cool; peel it and mash i...

Pimiento (pimento) cheese sandwich spread Today, I thought I would bring back a vintage southern pimiento cheese recipe that my mom and grandma used to make when I was growing up. Pimiento cheese can be served on crackers, sandwiches, and on celery sticks, etc.. It's still one of my favorite go-to-sandwich spreads. What is a pimiento or pimento? A pimiento or pimento is the same word for sweet red pepper. They're just spelled differently. The peppers are often pickled and packaged in small jars. The pickled pimiento peppers are also stuffed inside store-bought green olives and used to create the well-loved spice "paprika." Some pimiento cheese recipes are made with shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. However, my family has always used Velveeta cheese in our family recipe. Since Velveeta cheese is already creamy, there's no need to add cream cheese. You can also use Velveeta shreds if you prefer that over the block cheese. If pimiento peppers are hard for you...

Mastering the Art of BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches: A Delicious Recipe to Savor There's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a tender, flavorful pulled pork sandwich. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, planning a family dinner, or simply craving comfort food, mastering the perfect BBQ pulled pork recipe can elevate your culinary skills and impress your guests. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through every step—from selecting the right cuts of pork to achieving that irresistible smoky flavor—so you can craft sandwiches that are both satisfying and memorable. Table of Contents Why Choose Pulled Pork for Your Sandwiches? Ingredients Needed Preparing the Pork Shoulder Cooking Methods: Slow Cooker, Oven, or Smoker Homemade BBQ Sauce Assembling the Perfect Pulled Pork Sandwich Pro Tips for Success Conclusion Why Choose Pulled Pork for Your Sandwiches? Pulled pork is renowned for its tender, juicy texture and rich flavor, making it a favorite for ...

Beating the Summer Heat: Homemade Lemonade Recipe  When the temperature climbs and the air feels thick, nothing resets your mood like a cold glass of homemade lemonade. It is the iconic beverage of long, sunny afternoons, pulling us back to simple memories of backyard fun. While many people turn to canned drinks, the taste of a fresh batch is much better. There is a crisp, clean brightness in a glass made from scratch that no factory-produced drink can ever match. Creating your own drink is a fast and rewarding project. You do not need professional tools or expensive ingredients to succeed. This homemade lemonade recipe is easy to follow and yields a drink that truly hits the spot when you are hot. Once you see how simple the process is, you will never want to go back to the store-bought options again. Why Homemade Lemonade Reigns Supreme The Flavor Advantage Store-bought drinks often rely on artificial flavors and way too much sugar. These shortcuts mask the real character of ...

Prepping for a Disaster: Essential Food and Water Strategies to Keep You Safe When it comes to disaster preparedness, few things are as critical as ensuring you have enough food and water to sustain yourself and your loved ones. Emergencies can strike unexpectedly—natural calamities, power outages, or other unforeseen events—and being prepared can make all the difference between facing a manageable situation and enduring unnecessary hardship. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore effective strategies to stockpile, preserve, and manage your food and water supplies, ensuring you're ready for anything. Table of Contents Why Food and Water Prep Are Non-Negotiable Assessing Your Needs Stockpiling Essential Food and Water Best Practices for Storage Food Preservation and Water Purification Practical Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid Final Thoughts Why Food and Water Prep Are Non-Negotiable While many people focus on securing safety measures like first aid kits or emer...