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.

What is the fastest way to tenderize a London broil?

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Try this: Rub steak with the cut side of a halved garlic clove and liberally season both sides of your London broil with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature on a rack set inside a rimmed baking tray for at least one hour. The salt will dissolve and will be absorbed into the meat.

How do you flip an egg over easy with a spatula?

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Using a large flat spatula, gently slide the spatula underneath the eggs and carefully flip. If you are worried about being able to do it you can always separate the eggs with the spatula and then flip them one at a time. Cook for an additional 30 seconds and then put the eggs onto a plate.

How do you get breading to stick to pork chops?

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To get the breading to stick to the chops, they will be quickly dredged in flour and then dipped in egg. The flour egg mixture really helps the bread crumbs stick! Dab the pork chops with a paper towel to absorb the extra moisture. (This also helps the egg mixture to stick.)

Why should everyone have a Dutch oven?

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Dutch ovens are perfect for serving up a pasta feast, and the best part is that they help you eliminate the pot of boiling water. The key to cooking pasta through without all that water is to use an intensely flavored, moisture-heavy cooking liquid that can easily work as a sauce.

What is a small Dutch oven called?

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Dated back to 1865 the word cocotte is French for a small round or oval cast-iron pot known as a “casserole”. These cooking pots can also be made from earthenware and fireproof porcelain and are used to cook portions of meal, fowl, or game. CHECK OUT the Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Dutch Oven.

Can a compost bin be wood?

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Though you can buy a compost bin made from budget-friendly plastic or even chicken wire, a wood bin, typically made of rot-resistant cedar, will conceal those yard clippings and kitchen leftovers without sticking out like a sore thumb on your landscape.

Are mosaic tiles good for kitchen backsplash?

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Overall, glass mosaic tile is easier to clean than tiles made of ceramic, wood, and mirror tiles. In addition, glass mosaic tile backsplashes are non-porous and are resistant to staining, bacteria, mildew, and mold. This is a great concern for homeowners who are installing a tile backsplash in their kitchen.

Can you check for fever with infrared thermometer?

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A: With the surge of COVID-19, many hospitals and businesses have implemented temperature screenings for employees, patients and customers using infrared thermometers. These devices offer efficiency, safety and accuracy in detecting fevers in large groups of people.

Are cheap Burr grinders worth it?

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So, a very reasonable question is: is a burr coffee grinder worth the money? My answer is: Yes, a burr coffee grinder is definitely worth the money. Burr grinders can produce a consistently even grind, which is necessary for making good quality coffee. Inexpensive blade grinders simply cannot do this.