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.

How do you make a tiled trivet?

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How to Make a Ceramic Tile TrivetSpray a piece of wax paper with a light coating of cooking oil spray.Lay two paint stir sticks on the wax paper. … To make the feet for the trivet, put a dab of hot glue in each corner of the tile.Immediately set the tile on the wood sticks and press down.

Can I bake a pie in cast iron?

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A standard pie pan is a 9-inch round, so your best bet for skillet pie success is with a 9-inch cast-iron skillet. A 10-inch skillet will also work—just make sure you have enough crust to cover the bottom and sides. Any larger and your bake times will be off, resulting in burnt crust or underdone filling.

What can I use instead of a stump grinder?

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Use a chain saw or bow saw to cut the stump down as close to the ground as you can, without allowing the chain saw’s teeth to strike the ground (this will dull your chain). Wear steel-toed boots for this part of the job.

Does grind size affect pour over?

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With pour over brewing, changing the grind size does two things instead of one: The finer grounds will extract more quickly, requiring less time to brew a balanced mug. The finer grounds will slow down the draining time, prolonging water coffee contact time.

How can I get my grout white again?

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Mix 2 parts baking soda and 1 part bleach to make a thick paste. Spread this paste onto the dirty grout and wait 5 to 10 minutes. Scrub the grout using a stiff-bristled brush, then wait another 5 to 10 minutes. Once the time is up, rinse the paste off using water.

Are under sink water heaters worth it?

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Are Under Sink Water Heaters Any Good? Under sink water heaters are good and can be a great addition to your holiday vehicle or home. Apart from being very powerful, they are energy efficient and compact in design. The heaters also provide on-demand hot water, thus saving you energy, water, and time.

What type of mat is best for kitchen?

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The Best Kitchen RugsMost Ergonomic: GelPro Elite Decorator Lattice Kitchen Mat.Best Area Rug: Maples Rugs Georgina Traditional Area Carpet.Best Water-Resistant: iDesign Bamboo Floor Mat.Best Kitchen Sink Rug: Cosy Homeer Half Round Rug.Best Accent Rug: NuLoom Moroccan Blythe Accent Rug.