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 material is best for a dish rack?

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The material of your dish rack comes down to personal preference. Hard materials like stainless steel are sturdier than plastic but may rust over time if not properly cared for. On the other hand, silicone is lightweight and easy to store.

Can I use a pan for a water bath?

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To bake using a water bath, you will need a baking pan that is large enough to hold a springform pan (or other baking dish), and is also large enough to allow for water to surround the springform pan.

What are mini Dutch ovens good for?

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Mini Dutch Oven These mini cast-iron cocottes are a great way to serve individual portions of shakshuka, fruit crisp or braised greens. The enameled cast-iron sides and the mini lids keep the food warm on the table. Plus, the 1-cup capacity is the perfect single serving.

Can an aluminum dutch oven go in the oven?

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Dutch ovens cook with radiant heat, so they work best with charcoal or coals underneath as well as heaped on the lid. (They cook beautifully in your oven at home, too.) The lid has a lipped edge to hold coals in a ring.

Is Philips hand blender good?

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Its a good product . But the beater could have been a bit smaller. I would suggest to opt for 200 watt philips beater. Cleaning the beaters are a bit annoying as no batter is to be left in the joint for a long life.

Are Bluetooth meat thermometers accurate?

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It’s accurate, with a highly intuitive, easy-to-use, and intelligent app that will help you cook meat to perfection every time with its multitude of settings and alarms. If you want actual wireless, this is not only the best wireless Bluetooth thermometer, it is in fact the only genuine one on the market.

Why is banana bread so bad for you?

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And while in some cases that is true, in others, banana bread can come packed with calories, added sugar and saturated fat – it all comes down to what you put in it. … You’ll want to use as many bananas as you can for sweetness, so you can keep the added sugar to a minimum (FYI, that’s the ‘unhealthy’ type).