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 is the best size offset spatula to buy?

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For most kitchen projects a small 4.5- or 6-inch offset spatula works best. These smaller varieties are the go-to size for professional pastry chefs. Large offsets (such as 10- or 12-inch varieties) are only really used to frost very large cakes.

Do manual food choppers work?

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The manual processors were somewhat more successful when it came to mincing, though with a caveat: Their blades are sharp, but because they’re rotated by hand, they can’t cut through food with as much speed or power as the blades of a conventional food processor and instead mash and crush the food inside the bowl.

How do you make a pineapple casserole?

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DirectionsPreheat oven to 350˚F. In a medium size bowl, combine sugar, flour, and reserved pineapple juice. Add pineapple chunks and toss well to combine. … Combine crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Spread Ritz cracker topping evenly on top of pineapple mixture.Bake at 350˚F for 30 minutes, or until bubbly.

How do I make my bread soft and fluffy?

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Use a tea towel to soften any bread To soften bread after baking, place a tea towel over the bread or rolls whilst it cools. This helps to retain moisture in the crust to make it softer. This can create a soggy loaf though so be careful! You might only want to cover it for a few minutes.

Do bento boxes keep food fresh?

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3. Bento Boxes Keeps Your Food Fresh & Safe. Bento boxes are useful because they help keep food fresh and tasty, but depending on what types of foods you’re packing for the day, it might be better to include a small ice pack in an insulated lunch bag to keep your food cool.