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 reheat fried food and keep it crispy?

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Fried foods have the best chance of getting crispy again in dry heat. Place in an oven or toaster oven preheated to 400 degrees. It’s best if you can reheat them on top of a rack so the item doesn’t simmer in any excess grease.

Is the KME sharpener worth it?

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This sharpener is quite honestly the perfect sharpening system. It is exceedingly easy to set up and use. It will take some practice to perfect your form, but once you get the hang of things you will be making incredibly sharp knives. I have sharpened pocket knives, my thick blade hunting knife and even filet knives.

Can mason jars be plastic?

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Store craft supplies and more in these plastic Mason jars by Craft Smart. You can also keep them on your office desk or coffee table to hold pens, tools and other accessories.

What is a Mexican chimenea?

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Mexican Chimeneas. Chimeneas, made in Mexico, are outdoor stand-alone fire pits built from clay. Unlike fire pits made from metal, Chimeneas are insulated so that when one is lit, they are warm to the touch and will not burn you.

Can you put egg noodles in a slow cooker?

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Pour chicken broth into a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 1 hour or until the broth is hot and simmering around the edges of the slow cooker. Add the dry egg noodles, recover and continue to cook for 10 to 15 minutes on LOW or until the noodles are done.

Which is the best quality of juicer?

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Our Top PicksBest Overall – Philips HR1855 Viva Collection Juicer, Ink Black. … Best Budget – Nubilous Aluminium Steel Heavy Duty Handhold Press Fruit Manual Juicer. … Best Electric Juicer – Philips HL7578/00 600W Turbo Juicer Mixer Grinder. … Best Cold Press Juicer – Philips Viva Collection HR1863/20 2-Litre Juicer.

How do I use the Omron Eco temperature basic thermometer?

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Probe covers are included with the thermometer, place a probe cover carefully over the tip.Press the.Apply the thermometer to the measurement site. … When the reading is ready, the thermometer will emit a.Turn off the thermometer and store it in the protective case.Insert the new battery with the “+” pole.

What is a wide mouth jar called?

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A complete Mason jar is composed of a tempered glass jar, a flat self-sealing lid, and a metal band. The jars are made with either a wide mouth (3 inches) or regular mouth (2⅜ inches) opening. They come in a variety of sizes, from 4 ounces to a gallon.

How do you sharpen an oversized pencil?

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A very shape knife is the best tool there is for sharpening pencils. Believe it or not, there are knives designed specifically to sharpen pencils. However, even a standard pen knife will do. You can also use a knife with a fixed blade, a utility knife, or a razor blade that fits into a handle, such as an X-Acto knife.