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.

Can we use hand blender for making ghee?

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but recently i got hooked into this recipe of preparing butter, buttermilk, and even ghee from cream. … firstly, in this post, i have used a handheld beater for the entire butter extracting process. you may use a long shaped and sized blender or even bench mixer or bench beater to make the process easy.

What is the difference between a colander and a strainer?

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A strainer is really a catchall name for any type of, well, strainer. It is usually fine mesh and bowl-shaped, good for rinsing a pint of berries or draining pasta. A colander is typically a larger bowl-shaped strainer, often with bigger holes (although that’s not always the case).

What is blue steel baking pan?

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Matfer Bourgeat’s Blue Steel Baking Sheet is specially design for ovens, perfect for baking breads, cookies, and fine pastries, making possibilities endless, in home and professional kitchens alike. This sheet is available in three sizes, each sold separately.

What is the most effective kitchen layout?

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The U-Shape Arguably the most versatile layout for any size of kitchen, a U-shaped floor plan surrounds the user on three sides, so it allows for longer countertops and extra storage cabinetry. “If you have enough space, I love a U-shaped kitchen with an island in the center,” says interior designer Tina Rich.

Are rubber backed rugs washable?

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Rubber-Backed Rugs Rugs that have a rubber backing can still be washed, but they require a few precautions to protect the rubber. Never use chlorine bleach to whiten or disinfect the rug; it will cause the rubber to flake off.

Is it safe to use ear cleaning tools?

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Remember, anything you put into your ear shouldn’t be smaller than your elbow. Tools like ear picks or spiral tools could accidentally puncture your eardrum and cause permanent hearing loss.

Is Diamond infused cookware good?

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The coating is reinforced with up to 200,000 real diamond crystals, which gives the cookware extraordinary durability, excellent heat conduction, and long-lasting non-stick properties. The diamond-reinforced coating prevents food from sticking and makes cooking without oil easy.

How do I remove trash from my desktop?

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How to hide or delete the Windows desktop Recycle Bin iconRight-click the desktop.Select Personalize in the pop-up menu.In the left navigation menu, click Themes.Under Related Settings, click the Desktop icon settings option.Uncheck the Recycle Bin box and click OK.

Can I put a sheet pan on the grill?

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Yes, you can use a baking sheet on your grill or BBQ, as long as you use a buffer that would prevent the heat from frying the metal directly. Your outdoor grill can miraculously be used for so many kinds of recipes and cooking methods, not just specifically for grilling.