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 keep a sweet potato pie from getting stringy?

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To prevent the strings after boiling or baking sweet potatoes is to first cut both ends off. After the stringy ends have been cut off, place potato on a cutting board or cutting surface and use the knife to cut the entire thing horizontally slicing the entire potato into pieces.

Which is the best coffee machine with grinder?

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11 Best Coffee Maker With Grinder (2021 Reviews)Chefman Grind and Brew 4 Cup Coffee Maker and Grinder.Breville BCG820BSS Smart Grinder Pro Coffee Bean Grinder.Gevi Grind and Brew Automatic Coffee Machine.Cuisinart DGB-550BKP1 Grind & Brew Automatic Coffeemaker.

Is there a recipe for spaghetti pie?

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Ingredients16 ounces spaghetti.16 ounces lean ground beef.1 cup diced onion.3 medium garlic cloves.1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.1/2 teaspoon onion powder.2½ cups marinara sauce.1/2 cup ricotta cheese.

Is a 1000 watt blender good?

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The most popular small-batch blenders are at least 600 watts, with some operating at 1000 watts. Since they are for blending small loads and personal drinks, you can get a good blender with lower wattage. Due to giving a powerful blend, they can provide a superior texture to spice mixtures for stews and curries.

Can you cook Chile in cast iron?

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A cast-iron skillet is ideal for this type of low and slow cooking, as it will retain heat well throughout the skillet, and distribute it evenly across the cooking surface, so you don’t get burnt spots. The sturdy construction means you can leave your chili to simmer for hours without worrying about your pan warping.