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.

Do ball whisks work?

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They may look like novelty whisks, but ball whisks are super useful for reaching into the sharp corners of a pot, where the rounded tines of a balloon whisk won’t quite fit, as well as whisking across flat surfaces, like a wide skillet when making scrambled eggs.

How do you broil in a toaster oven?

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Set the toaster oven to the Broil setting. Place your bread in the center of the rack and close the door. Broil the toast for 1 to 2 minutes, carefully flip the toast and broil for 1 to 2 minutes more.

What is the highest rated stand mixer?

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Our Top Stand Mixer Picks:Best Overall: KitchenAid Artisan 5qt. Tilt-Head Stand Mixer.The Modern Workhorse: Kenmore Elite Ovation 5-Quart Stand Mixer.For Function and Style: Smeg Stand Mixer.Best for Beginners: Costway Stand Mixer.Best Bang-for-Your-Buck: Hamilton Beach Eclectrics All-Metal Stand Mixer.

What can I use if I don’t have a spatula?

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If you don’t have an icing spatula, you can use the back, straight edge of a large knife to smooth your buttercream and then clean up the bottom of your cake plate with a paper towel. What is this? Next, take a freezer bag and fill it with your icing.

What are trauma shears used for?

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Trauma shears, also known as Tuff Cuts (a brand name), are a type of scissors used by paramedics and other emergency medical personnel to quickly and safely cut clothing from injured people.

Which brand kitchen utensils is best?

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The Best Kitchen Utensil Sets on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic ReviewersMIBOTE 12 Pcs Silicone Cooking Kitchen Utensils Set With Holder. … OXO Good Grips 4-Piece Nylon Tool Set. … StarPack Basics XL Silicone Kitchen Utensil Set. … Calphalon 5-Piece Nylon Kitchen Cooking Utensil Set. … Rachael Ray Nylon Nonstick Set.

How do I get a discount code?

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Use a trusted source. The better path is to check websites such as RetailMeNot, DealsPlus, Coupon Cabin and Slickdeals. These sites work with thousands of retailers and brands, as well as user submissions, to aggregate sales and codes. At RetailMeNot, all codes are tested and verified before being published.

How long do you air fry battered shrimp?

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Dip the shrimp into the panko, making sure it’s covered well, except for the tail. Lightly spray air fryer basket with avocado spray. Place shrimp in air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer, not touching. Air fry for 5 to 7 minutes, or until breading is golden brown and shrimp is curled.

Is stump grinding worth it?

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Grinding is much more efficient than stump removal, however, it does leave the tree’s roots behind. If the stump is large, the chip pile produced can also be quite large, but the chips can be used as mulch for other plants in your landscape.

How do you make a spicy soup base?

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Ingredients2 tablespoons vegetable oil.6 slices ginger.3-5 bay leaves.10 cloves garlic (peeled)1 cinnamon stick.5 star anise.10 cloves (smashed)1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns.