Annie Watson

Annie brings decades of experience to the Kitchen Ask. She is a noted chef and avid gardener. Her new book 'Healthy Eating Through the Garden' will be released shortly. When not writing or speaking about food and gardens Annie can be found puttering around farmer's markets and greenhouses looking for the next great idea.

Should I throw away moldy Tupperware?

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service recommends throwing out leftovers within three to four days so mold doesn’t have a chance develop. With a few common kitchen items, you can safely remove mold—and any smells—from your containers.

Is a 9×13 pan 4 quarts?

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(The 9×13 also holds about 3 quarts of volume, so in some recipes it can be used interchangeably with a 3 quart Dutch oven, like this one.)

What does oolong tea do for you?

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Studies show oolong tea stimulates fat burning and increases the number of calories your body burns by up to 3.4%. Oolong tea is high in an amino acid called L-theanine, which studies show has cognitive effects like improved brain activity, better sleep quality, and reduced stress and anxiety.

Is Blender available for macOS?

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Blender for macOS are distributed on disk images (dmg-files). To mount the disk image double-click on the dmg-file. Then drag Blender. app into the Applications folder.