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.

Is Corian safe for cutting boards?

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​Solid surface material with brand names of Corian, Avonite and others is perfect for cutting board use as it is non porous. You’ll never have to worry about bacteria, nasty stains or deep knife grooves where food hides. All of our cutting boards are dishwasher safe and maintenance free.

Can I program any remote to my garage door?

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In most cases, a universal remote should work with the most popular brands of openers on the market. The packaging will often provide information as to which brands and models it will work with. However, there may also be cases when a universal garage door remote will not work with a certain door.

How do you attach plant pots to a wall?

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Select a hanging planter with a hook, strap, or hanging ring. So long as your plant’s container has a hook, strap, rope, or ring to hang it, you can hang it on your wall. The lighter the container is, the easier it will be to hang from your wall, so try to avoid hanging planters made out of thick, heavy materials.

Is it worth getting a food processor?

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However, if you do a lot of meal prep or you’re chopping-averse, deathly afraid of sharp tools like mandolines and box graters, or uncertain about your knife skills, a food processor might be a worthwhile purchase to make cooking faster and generally more enjoyable.

Do you open or close the vent on a dehydrator?

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Keep vents open completely when drying moisture heavy foods like watermelon, close vents slightly when drying low moisture foods like carrots. If you notice moisture build up on the lid open the vents to allow mositure to escape.

What is a standard kitchen trash can?

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Kitchen trash cans typically range from 10 to 20 gal., depending on how often you cook and how many people live in your home. For a household of two to three people, it’s best to get a trash can on the smaller side of the range.

How good is a cooks air fryer?

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Cooks fast: customers who were happy with how the Cook’s Essential Air Fryer cooked their food loved how quick the process took. They found that their food cooked fast and to a high standard. Great results: happy customers have loved the results from fries to banana bread.

What can I make in Pampered Chef Bar pan?

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It’s delicious comfort food that’s a great way to use up a few leftovers.Kentucky Hot Browns. Spinach & Feta Chicken. This is a classic chicken and potatoes meal—but it’s not even a little bit boring! … Spinach & Feta Chicken. Chicken, Pesto & Tomato Flatbread. … Chicken, Pesto & Tomato Flatbread. Ham & Cheese Brunch Squares.