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.

Which type of pan is best for baking cakes?

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A staple in many restaurant kitchens, carbon steel is pressed from raw, heavy-gauge steel, making it a stronger, more durable option than aluminum. Carbon steel baking pans are ideal for casseroles, cakes, breads, pies, and other desserts.

Which is better frying pan or saute?

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Searing Meat Thanks to its straight sides, a sauté pan has a greater usable surface area than a frying pan of equal diameter. This come in particularly useful with tasks such as searing a large steak or browning chicken thighs.

How do you hang kitchen towels?

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Here are our top five ideas we’ve found for hanging kitchen towels:Magnetic hooks on the fridge, microwave, or dishwasher.Bar holder placed on the side of an island or cabinet end.Inside the cabinet on a hanging rack.Over the door bar holder for cabinets.Simple towel clip to secure to the oven handle.