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.

What are extra long chopsticks used for?

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While these cool new Donxote Wooden Cooking Chopsticks may look like the perfect utensils for hungry giants or for snatching food off other’s plates from clear across the dining table, they’re actually used for cooking foods that are deep fried, boiled, or steamed to keep hands at a safe distance and burn free.

How do you remove gear from Edlund electric can opener?

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To replace it, give the gear a quick rap counter clockwise with Edlund gear removal tool (T140) until it can be removed (otherwise, turning the gear will only rotate the motor), then screw a new drive gear on clockwise until it is up against the output shaft shoulder. Verify gap between gear and knife spacing.

Is it safe to use a rusty kitchen knife?

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Don’t worry, the rust is not dangerous and you can still safely use the knife. The only issue with rusted knives is that it is unsightly and can add impurities to your food preparation. Also, if rust is not treated, it can end up making a knife unusable.

Is SMEG a good brand for mixer?

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Smeg makes a drop-dead gorgeous kitchen centerpiece that also happens to be a powerful little mixer. The stylish, Italian-made Smeg performs whipping, mixing, and kneading tasks quite well, thanks to great engineering and a powerful 600W motor.

Whats the difference between carbide and ceramic sharpener?

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A V-sharpener has two pairs of cutting edges in a V-configuration (Photo 2). One side is made from carbide for roughing out an edge and the other has ceramic material for fine-tuning the edge. The “V” grinds both sides of the knife at once. … Read on to learn how to sharpen a knife.

Is a 4 qt air fryer big enough?

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A typical family of three will do well with an air fryer size of between 4 and 5 quarts. This Ninja 4 quart Air Fryer is a very good choice for a family of three. If your family of 3 cooks large meals, it’s a good idea to size up to an air fryer that is over 5 quarts.

What sheet pans do restaurants use?

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Nordic Ware Half-Sheet Pan Full sheet pans, the ones you see used in restaurant kitchens and commercial bakeries, are actually ginormous (26×18″) and won’t fit in most home kitchen ovens. But if you need to cook for a crowd, the Nordic Ware Big Sheet Baking Pan, at 21×15″, is your fighter.

Can you bake a cake in a plastic pan?

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When baking in a plastic pan, it is important that the pan sits on a metal baking sheet. The baking sheet prevents the pan from melting and also helps the cake to bake evenly. The smaller sized plastic pans can also be used in the microwave. The pans have a maximum temperature of 375°.