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 measuring spoons are the most accurate?

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The OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons with Magnetic Snaps were the most consistently accurate of any spoons we tested, and they’re conveniently held together by magnets. But they were also the shortest of any spoons we tested, making it difficult to reach into deeper containers.

Is Royal Holland pewter valuable?

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Short Answer: Pewter is generally worth around $4 per pound at scrap yards. Antique and vintage items made of pewter typically have a higher value to antique collectors (up to thousands of dollars); prices vary depending on the style, age, and condition.

Is it safe to use a wood cutting board for meat?

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The Meat and Poultry Hotline says that consumers may use wood or a nonporous surface for cutting raw meat and poultry. However, consider using one cutting board for fresh produce and bread and a separate one for raw meat, poultry, and seafood.

How do you use a Melitta coffee grinder?

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You just fill the hopper with beans, set the amount of cups you want to grind the beans for, and the type of coffee machine. In my case I set the grinder for french press. Now every morning I just press the button and by the time I have put water in the french press, the beans are ready. The grind is perfect.

How do you keep kids out of cabinets?

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Just as with drawers, there are many different ways to childproof your cabinets.Remove dangerous objects. Here are a few objects you may need to remove from your cabinets: … Use sliding locks. … Use velcro. … Use pull cord locks. … Create foam bumpers. … Cover knobs.

Is Hurom slow juicer cold press?

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Using Hurom’s cold-pressing system, 35% more juice is extracted from your foods than with traditional high-speed juicers, leaving less and drier pulp. Hurom’s patented Slow Squeezing Technology (SST) gently squeezes ingredients, preserving natural taste & nutrients lost by high-speed juicers that grind and crush.

Do you need liquid in slow cooker for pulled pork?

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Does pulled pork in the slow cooker need liquid? No. When making pulled pork in the slow cooker I add a small amount of extra liquid for flavor but it’s not a necessity. Because there is a good amount of fat and water in pork shoulder roasts you don’t have to add extra liquid when making pulled pork.