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.

Are pot racks out of style?

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Pot racks certainly had their moment in kitchen design. Placing a large pot rack over a central kitchen island, however, is no longer your best bet. Pots and pans are now more often stashed neatly in drawers as opposed to living out in the open.

What is a spoon spatula?

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The spoon spatula is a double spatula with a 0.5 ml spoon and a 17 mm spatula blade. The spoon spatula has many different uses in labs – as a sampling spoon, for measuring or transferring small amounts, as a scraper or for mixing and stirring.

What kind of pan do you use for a jelly roll?

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A jelly roll pan is a type of flat sheet pan that features a 1-inch rim around the pan’s sides. It is designed to make thin sponge or sheet cakes that are sturdy enough to coat with creme, jelly, or other fillings and roll into a cylinder shape.

Can a propane tankless water heater be installed outside?

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Yes – there are outdoor tankless water heater units that are made to withstand the elements BUT – it is recommended that electric tankless water heaters be provided with some form of shelter. Gas powered tankless water heaters that are placed outdoors do not require any form of protective shelter.

Are baby thermometers accurate on adults?

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Temperatures taken from the armpit are usually the least accurate. For older children and adults, oral readings are usually accurate — as long as the mouth is closed while the thermometer is in place.

What measuring cups to use for baking?

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Dry measuring cups are used for measuring solid (dry) ingredients like flour, sugar, oats, or baking powder. They’re made from plastic, metal or porcelain and are sold in sets. The standard 4 measuring cup sizes are: 1 cup, ½ cup, ⅓ cup and ¼ cup.