Rose Coconut Rolls

When I pulled these rolls from the oven I was so excited as these piping hot sumptous looking rolls look so irresistible. I quickly snapped several pictures. I am so what disappointed with my photography on these batch of cuties. It seems the pictures do not do its justice. These rolls definitely look much better than what the pictures show here. These rolls are a definite welcome and yum yum afternoon treats/snacks with your favorite tea.

Also, I am showing the steps on how to shape the rose rolls.

Adding the recipe.

Ingredients:
2 1/4 tsp yeast
3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
3 Tbsp sugar
3 Tbsp oil
1 beaten egg

Directions:
1. In the mixer, combine 1 1/4 cups of flour and yeast.
2. In a saucepan heat and stir milk, sugar, oil until warm (120 degree), add to flour mixture.
3. Beat mixer on low speed. Add egg. Add in remaining flour gradually.
4. Continue to beat on medium speed for a total of 8 mins.
5. Place dough in mixer bowl. Cover, let rise in a warm place until double.
6. Punch dough down. Shape dough in 20 - 24 balls.
7. Shape each dough into rosettes. Let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
8. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 15-22 minutes until rolls sound hollow or brown.
9. Hint / note: spray top of each rosettes with butter spray if you want before baking.

my first Le Creuset cookware

I get to pick among many enticing gifts for my 15 year service with my current company. I have picked the Le Creuset Signature Cast Iron 5-Piece Cookware Set in Cherry color.

I finally have my very first Le Creuset cookware, set includes: 3 1 /2 qt round finch over with lid; 1 1/4qt. iron handle saucepan with lid; 9 inch iron handle skillet. I have always wanted to own a few pieces of Le Creuset but I never wanted or imagine myself paying the kind of money for cookware. Now I am so happy I received these, my very own Le Creuset for my 15th year anniversary with my company. I have proudly sat all the 5 pieces on my stove top for use, display and admiration. How about that?

On a side note, according to the Le Creuset Heritage writeup, each piece of cast iron is hand crafted and made from an individual sand mould, so its is unique. Here is what they look like, aren't they gorgeous? Quality stuff !!!

Black Bean Dinner Rolls

My second batch of bread rolls. Instead of plain dinner rolls, I thought I add black bean filling just for kicks. Turns out, these are not much better or worst then the original plain dinner rolls. I am sure I will continue to venture more and new favors, just to keep it interesting... after it is all for fun and good. Stay tuned !

Rosettes Breakfast Rolls

I am making my first yeast bread. These are called Rosettes, good as breakfast or dinner rolls especially when they are hot out of the oven. Recipe taken from Better Homes and Garden. Since these rolls turned pretty successful, I will be baking more of my own bread for sure... :). I like to try different varieties and possibly some fancy kinds too...will fun.

Ingredients:
2 1/4 tsp yeast
3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 sugar
1/3 cup butter
1 beaten egg

Directions:
1. In the mixer, combine 1 1/4 cups of flour and yeast.
2. In a saucepan heat and stir milk, sugar, butter until warm (120 degree) and butter almost melts, add to flour mixture.
3. Beat mixer on low speed. Add egg. Add in remaining flour gradually.
4. Continue to beat on medium speed for a total of 8 mins.
5. Place dough in mixer bowl. Cover, let rise in a warm place until double.
6. Punch dough down. Shape dough in 20 - 24 balls.
7. Shape each dough into rosettes. Let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes.
8. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 15-22 minutes until rolls sound hollow or brown.
9. Hint / note: spray top of each rosettes with butter spray if you want before baking.