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.

Which food items are roasted?

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Meats and most root and bulb vegetables can be roasted. Any piece of meat, especially red meat, that has been cooked in this fashion is called a roast. Meats and vegetables prepared in this way are described as “roasted”, e.g., roasted chicken or roasted squash.

Do range hoods need to vent outside?

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Range hoods do not have to be vented to the outside. … But, ducted range hoods are almost always preferred over ductless hoods. They remove all the smoke and cooking exhaust from your kitchen, while ductless hoods recirculate your cooking exhaust back into your kitchen.

Is it better to steam or boil sweet potatoes?

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Boiling may actually retain most of the antioxidant power of sweet potatoes, compared to roasting and steaming. If we compare baking to boiling microscopically, boiling helps thin out the cell walls and gelatinize the starch, which may enhance the bioavailability of nutrients.

What is the proper way to store oil?

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If stored in a cool, dark cupboard, it will remain fresh for as long as 3 months, but like most unrefined oils and oils high in polyunsaturated fat, it is best to store it in the refrigerator to prevent it from becoming rancid.

Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook corned beef?

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Instant Pot Corned BeefI prefer to prepare my corned beef in the Instant Pot as it’s done in 60-90 minutes, and it’s perfectly tender every single time. … This method also results in perfectly cooked vegetables. … Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage is the low and slow way to prepare this meal.

What do you need for a college kitchen?

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Essential Kitchen Equipment/Utensils for College KitchenA paring knife (I like the ceramic knives)A serrated knife (for cutting bread)A chef’s knife or santoku knife (for cutting meat and vegetables)Tongs.Peeler.Garlic Press.Ladle.A silicone spatula/wooden spoon.