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.

Is gold-plated silverware good?

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#5 Gold plated items are very strong and durable. Gold plated jewelry items are stronger than solid gold items and will last longer. Gold is a very soft and malleable metal; the higher the karat, the softer and more malleable the item is.

Are Zip Top silicone bags leak proof?

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Made in the USA! 100% pure non-toxic platinum silicone is completely free of BPA, lead, PVC, latex and phthalates. They won’t leach harmful chemicals like plastics can.Manufacturer‎Zip TopColor‎TealMaterial‎100% Platinum SiliconeNumber Of Pieces‎8Batteries Included?‎No

How do you prepare eggplant before cooking?

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Salted eggplant can sit purging for hours without harming the taste or texture. But before cooking the eggplant, be sure to rinse the salt off well. Then place the slices between sheets of paper towel and press gently to remove juices and firm the flesh.

What kind of thermometer do you use for water?

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Floating Thermometers This is also a good style of thermometer for water that needs to be heated to precise temperatures. The dial floats on the surface and displays the reading while the probe senses the temperature below.

How much does digital thermometer cost?

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Digital thermometers can read the temperature from 94°F to 105°F.Thermometer TypeMin PriceMax PriceInfrared ThermometersRs 550/PieceRs 2590/PieceProbe ThermometersRs 500/PieceRs 3800/Piece

Are Farberware nonstick pans safe?

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Oven safe to 350°F, this Farberware cookware set includes a Farberware Lifetime Limited Warranty. Get the cooking performance trusted by generations with a modern boost of style and nonstick cooking performance using the durable, dishwasher-safe Farberware PURECOOK Ceramic Nonstick 12-Piece Cookware Set.

Can you air fry with sheet pan?

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Air Fryer Sheet Pan Recipes – Cooking Times One in the air fryer basket and one in the air fryer oven. Normally the same recipe would be cooked in the oven as a sheet pan dinner and take 1 hour 10 minutes to cook.