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.

How do you filter deep fryer oil?

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How to Clean and Filter Deep Fryer OilDrape cheesecloth over a chinois. This will help to remove small bits of food debris.Position your chinois over a funnel and storage container. Make sure that the container is large enough to catch all of the filtered oil.Pour the oil slowly through the cheesecloth and chinois.

What do brushes do in a grinder?

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The brushes ride on the commutator, supplying the electrical current to the armature. If the brushes become worn, wear unevenly, suffer damage or have a heavy build up of dirt and debris, they can cause excessive sparking.

Can you churn ice cream with a hand mixer?

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You can use a hand mixer, immersion blender, or even a very sturdy wooden spoon or spatula and some elbow grease. The Method: Pour your ice cream into an air tight container: I usually use a loaf pan I put inside a large freezer bag or an ice cream container you can buy at the store.

What can I make out of aluminum foil?

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38 Awesome Craft Ideas Using Aluminum or Tin FoilMake a Spider Using Foil.Embossed Metal Tape. Check out this beautiful embossed metal art project. … Golden Birds Foil Collage. … Pendants. … Fairy Circle. … 58 Easy Christmas Craft Ideas.50 Amazing Craft Ideas for Seniors.66 Rustic Christmas Crafts.

Is Tri-ply stainless steel cookware good?

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Durability and even heat distribution Fully clad tri-ply stainless steel is the best option for both pros and home cooks because of its even heat distribution (aluminum heats up quickly and distributes heat well; steel is very durable and holds heat nicely). It’s also very durable and dishwasher safe.

How do I restore Circulon?

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However, sometimes a build up of fats and oils occurs in these ridges and the cookware needs to be restored.Mix three cups of water and one cup of white distilled vinegar in the large pot. … Heat on medium until boiling.Place the Circulon to be restored in the boiling mixture.