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 hand meat grinders any good?

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As far as plastic manual meat grinders go, this is as good as it gets. Every component but the blades and grinder plates (which are steel) are made of a very durable, thick, and sturdy plastic which makes for quite a well constructed meat grinder overall.

What is the difference between a strainer and a colander?

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A colander is usually a larger tool than your typical strainer, with bigger and wider holes rather than the small holes in the mesh of a strainer. A colander still strains and drains foods (in fact, its name even comes from a root word meaning to strain!), with the main difference being its size.

What is a pour-over will in NY?

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A “Pour Over” Will is a term used to describe a specific type of Last Will and Testament that is used to “pour over” assets from your estate into a trust at the time of your death. … In the absence of a Will, anything left outside your trust would be distributed using the New York State intestate succession laws.

What size water heater do I need for 5 bathrooms?

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For example, a family of 5 – 7 people may not require a 60 – 80 gallon water heater. In some cases, a family of this size may be able to get by with a 50 – 60 gallon water heater. In addition, a family with 2 members may require a water heater with a water tank that is larger than 30 gallons.

How long should shrimp be cooked on the grill?

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Grill the shrimp over direct, medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning the shrimp halfway through the process. The outside of the shrimp should turn a nice pink color when it is cooked while the meat inside should be white and opaque. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or else it will become tough.

Is it worth using compostable trash bags?

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Compostable trash bags are truly compostable. In other words, you can’t just throw a biodegradable trash bag on your compost pile and think it will decompose. … One of those benefits is compost’s ability to reduce greenhouse gas. That’s right: Compost can actually help soil absorb carbon.

Are glass jars with bamboo lids airtight?

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Not just attractive, you’ll love that each bamboo jar is air tight, antibacterial containers for food! This 1 Litre glass jar canisters with a bamboo lid. Available as individuals as well as in bulk sets. So you can customise your pantry exactly how you like.

How much does a 50 gallon Ruud gas water heater cost?

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As per the information from M&L, The Ruud Professional Achiever electric 50-gallon heater goes for $552.64. The Ruud Professional Achiever atmospheric 50-gallon heater, on the other hand, goes for 4726.85. These prices are friendly when you consider the features that these heaters are designed with.