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 supplies do you need to make homemade ice cream?

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10 Tools for Making Ice CreamWhisks and forks. We whip cream by hand in our store, and a balloon whisk is our whisk of choice. … Ice cream machine. … Sieve. … Heat-proof silicone spoons and spatulas. … Blowtorch. … Zeroll dishers. … Spade spoons. … Vitamix blenders.

How do I use my Samsung convection oven?

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What is Convection Mode in a Microwave Oven?1 Press the Convection button.2 Press the Convection button once or more times to set the temperature.3 Set the cooking time by pressing the 10min, 1 min and 10 s button.4 Press the Start/+30s button.

Can you cook dumplings in cast iron?

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Heat a couple tablespoons of oil in the bottom of a non-stick or cast iron skillet over moderate heat until shimmering. Add the dumplings in a single layer and cook, swirling the pan, until an even deep golden brown on the bottom, one to two minutes. Swirling is important—it creates a more even crust.

How do you shred coconut easily?

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To grate coconut, you need to crack it open first, then use a box grater or a food processor to grate it. Finally, you can dry your coconut flakes out using an oven or dehydrator to achieve the same texture as the grated coconut from the store.

How do I cook frozen chicken in an air fryer?

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InstructionsPlace the frozen breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket. Make sure they aren’t overlapping. No oil spray is needed.Air Fry at 400°F/205°C for 10 minutes. Flip the chicken over and then continue to cook at 400°F/205°C for another 2-6 minutes or until cooked through and crispy.

How can hotels tell if you smoke in the room?

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So, how do hotels know you smoked in the room? It starts from the most obvious up to the most sophisticated, with the aid of tools and technology. Cigarette smoke leaves a certain smell on the surfaces where the smoke has swirled around. … Non-smokers tend to detect the smell of smoke better than the one who smoked.

Do rodent repellent trash bags work?

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If they are hungry and realise that there is no real threat then they may return to the area. It may also be the case that the strength of the repellent odour may diminish over time. The repellents may be stronger when fresh and after a few weeks or months the smell of the bags may diminish, making them less effective.

What mixer does Food Network use?

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The KitchenAid Professional Stand Mixer Is Currently $200 Off At Target | FN Dish – Behind-the-Scenes, Food Trends, and Best Recipes : Food Network | Food Network.

Which pots are best for plants?

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Our advice is to go porous. Porous ceramics like terracotta will dry more evenly than plastic pots, and any wood planter will dry even faster than terracotta. Ceramic planters also are great choices. And if you’re worried about weight, fiberglass planters are ideal for plants 8″ or larger in diameter.

Are electric knife sharpeners bad for knives?

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Most single stage electric knife sharpeners (especially “free” sharpeners built into the back of electric can openers) damage knives. They use harsh abrasives which throw sparks (indicating the edge is overheated), remove too much metal and can gouge knives.