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.

Do Staub pans go on sale?

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It’s true, the best way to get a Staub of your own is to score it on sale. Many key pieces, from the brand’s classic cocottes, to bakeware and cast iron grill pans, are on sale as we head into the end of summer, with some deals exceeding over half off— check out our favorite finds below.

How do you light an automatic pilot light?

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Press the gas control knob down all the way and hold it in the depressed position. If you have no igniter, move the match or barbecue lighter flame to the end of the pilot tube; the pilot flame should light immediately. If you have a spark igniter, press the ignition button until the pilot flame ignites.

What can I use instead of a trifle bowl?

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If you don’t have a trifle bowl or aren’t able to track one down at the local secondhand store, use any deep bowl with tall sides. In a pinch, a clear ice bucket, a glass punch bowl or mason jars (for individual servings) will do the trick.

Is a 14 cup food processor too big?

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A 14 cup food processor has the most versatility, attachments, and ability to handle large jobs. It is necessary for some jobs like weekly prep and dishes for entertaining. For regular use, it’s a great choice. A 14 cup processor would be too big if you aim to only grind some nuts now and then.

Are hard-anodized cookware safe?

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Anodized aluminum is sealed so that the metal cannot leach into food or react with acidic foods. Unlike ordinary, lightweight aluminum pots and pans, which are highly reactive with acidic foods (like tomatoes), anodized aluminum cookware is safe. It is also non-stick, scratch-resistant and easy to clean.

What temperature do you cook tuna steaks at?

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How to Bake Tuna SteaksPreheat the oven to 450°F. Place tuna steaks on a greased baking sheet ($9, Target) or sheet pan in a single layer. … Bake 4 to 6 minutes per ½-inch thickness of fish or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork but is still pink in the center.

Are toddler kitchen Towers safe?

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Why Learning Towers are So Awesome for Families with Toddlers. They offer a safe way for toddlers to be at kitchen counter height without excessive worry that they’ll fall. This allows toddlers to be part of the action when you’re cooking dinner, cleaning up, or otherwise are busy in the kitchen—and they love that!

What is the most rare piece of Pyrex?

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15 Most Valuable Rare Vintage Pyrex PatternsNo.Pyrex PatternPrice1.Turquoise Diamonds Pattern$100 to $6002.Snowflake Pattern$75 to $599.993.Cinderella Pattern$50 to $3504.Blue Stripe (Barcode) Pattern$50 to $300

Which brand of blender is the best?

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The Best BlenderOur pick. Vitamix 5200. The best blender. This high-performance machine blends more gracefully than any of the others we’ve tested. … Runner-up. Oster Versa Pro Series Blender. A more affordable but less durable blender. … Also great. Cleanblend Blender. Powerful blender motor, shorter warranty.