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.

Mikrodalgada plastik erir mi?

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Mikrodalga fırınlarında cam, kağıt, seramik veya plastik kaplar kullanılmaktadır. Çünkü mikrodalgalar bu malzemelerden geçebilmektedir. Mikrodalga fırında kullanıma uygun olmayan plastik kaplar, mikrodalga fırında kullanılmamalıdır.

What should you not cook in a Dutch oven?

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You should not cook acidic foods such as tomatoes, lemons, and other citrus foods, delicate proteins like white flakey fish and eggs. Also, sticky foods, such as desserts with sugary sauces before carrying out a thorough seasoning of your cast-iron Dutch oven, skillet, or pan.

Can you use human hair shears on dogs?

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In general, human clippers should not be used for dog grooming due to the increased risk of injuring your pet. The motor is not ideal for prolonged use, and its noise and vibrations can also easily startle your pet. Additionally, pet clippers are so much better for you!

How do I dispose of old smoke detectors?

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You can drop off old smoke alarms for free at a Household Chemical CleanOut [external link] event or a Community Recycling Centre [external link]. Household Chemical CleanOut events are drive-through events held on different weekends throughout the year.

Can you churn butter with a mixer?

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Making homemade butter isn’t something everybody thinks about, but it can easily be made using whipping cream and a stand mixer. When you’re making butter what you’re doing is separating the fat from the milk. This can be done using a stand mixer, hand mixer, blender or mason jar (shake by hand).

Are GelPro mats toxic?

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Our mats are non-toxic and are considered safe for pets, HOWEVER we recommend you contact your veterinarian if your pet ingests a portion of the mat or any object that is not considered edible.

How do you reheat ribs and keep them moist?

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Reheating ribs in the ovenPreheat your oven to 250˚F.If you cooked your ribs in a sauce, add another layer of sauce to keep the meat moist or add a little liquid, like coke, broth or beer.Place the ribs in a pan and cover with foil.Cook your leftover ribs until their internal temperature comes up to a safe 145˚F.