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 swivel shears better?

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In terms of how well the scissor cuts hair, there is no difference. … If you’ve been doing hair for a long time and suffer from repetitive motion injuries, swivel scissors could be beneficial to you. They are also a great option to start out with if you want to prevent any sort of fatigue-related injury down the line.

What do you clean kitchen cupboards with?

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Create a cleaning solution with 1-part baking soda, 2 parts warm water and the lemon juice. Add the solution to a spray bottle and spray the liquid onto the kitchen cabinets. Leave for 2-3 minutes, allowing the baking soda to work its magic.

Is walnut or maple better for cutting boards?

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1. Maple. Both soft and hard maple make for excellent cutting surfaces. But hard maple (1,450 lbf on the Janka hardness scale) is the industry standard among cutting board makers: It’s more scratch- and impact-resistant than beech, teak, or walnut but not so hard that it will dull your knives.

What is the best wood to make a cutting board out of?

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Dense hardwood lumber with a closed grain like maple, walnut and cherry are among the best cutting board materials. The choice of wood should be free of warps, have a flat surface and doesn’t have any blemishes or excessive knots on the surface. The ideal cutting board thickness should be 1 1/4 to 2 inches.

How do you cook corn dogs in the oven?

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OVEN – Put the corn dogs on a baking sheet in a preheated 400°F oven for about 20 minutes, or until heated through. AIR FRYER – Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Cook corn dogs for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.

Can you use silicone in an air fryer?

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You can use any ovenproof dish or mold in the Airfryer, whether it is made of glass, ceramic, metal or silicone. You can also use silicone or paper cupcake cups or molds to bake cupcakes, muffins or small gratins.

Which is the best cast iron cookware?

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The 8 Best Cast Iron Cookware Manufacturers In IndiaLogic Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet by Lodge.Cast Iron Kadai Set from Zishta.Cast Iron Skillet from Rock Tawa.Enameled Cast Iron Wok Pan by Alda.Premium Cast Iron Kadai from Ferus.Cast Iron Dutch Oven with Lid by Solimo.Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Frying pan from Meyer.