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.

How do you make a solar oven out of aluminum foil?

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Cover the inner side of the flap with aluminum foil so that it will reflect rays from the sun. To do this, tightly wrap foil around the flap, then tape it to the back, or outer side of the flap. Use clear plastic wrap to create an airtight window for sunlight to enter the box.

What does a 6 in 1 air fryer do?

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Includes 6 versatile cooking programs: Air Fry, Air Broil, Roast, Bake, Reheat, and Dehydrate. With the XL-10 qt. capacity and 2 baskets, you can whip up a main and a side at the same time for quick large family meals, or cook up to 8-lbs. of chicken wings with ease.

How do I reset my thermoscan?

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Reset your Smart Ear Thermometer:Slide the battery cover down then pull it away to expose the battery compartment.Remove the batteries.Wait 10 seconds.Put the batteries back in, the same as they were before.Push the button to turn on the thermometer.

Is dry 1 cup the same as liquid 1 cup?

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Technically, yes. They both measure the same amount of volume. There is no liquid to dry measuring cup conversion. 1 cup in a dry measuring cup is the same as 1 cup in a liquid measuring cup.

Do you play the Saran Wrap game with oven mitts?

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Saran Wrap Game Rules One person will begin with the ball, while the person to their left has a pan with two dice in it. Once the game begins, the person with the ball puts on oven mitts and tries to unwrap as much as they can, while the person to the left tries to roll doubles.

What do you put in bread cups?

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Ingredients6 (3/4-ounce) slices whole-wheat bread.1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted.1 ounce shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (about 1/4 cup)¼ cup finely chopped tomato.6 large eggs.¼ teaspoon kosher salt.¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.2 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled.

How do I connect my digital scale to my computer?

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First, users can connect the scale to a nearby computer with a USB cable. USB cables are generally inexpensive and easy to find. By connecting an industrial scale to a computer using a USB cable, users will be able to view the scale indicator on the computer screen.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer?

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The good news, the simple answer is yes. You can use aluminum foil in the air fryer. However, it really depends on the model of your air fryer, and the type of food you are cooking. Before adding tin foil to your air fryer, be sure to check your owners manual for specific directions pertaining to your make and model.