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.

Can you use a griddle for baking?

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Scones, pancakes, muffins, biscuits and cookies can easily be baked using a griddle on top of the stove. The greatest advantage of baking cookies on the griddle is their beautiful crisp crust and luscious soft centre, cookies just cannot be cooked to this level of perfection in an oven.

What are the standard sizes for measuring cups and measuring spoons?

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The typical cooking measuring cup sizes are 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/4 cup and 1/8 cup. The typical spoon sizes are 1 tablespoon, 1/2 tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon and 1/4 teaspoon. The jug (large container with measurement indication) is generally used for measuring liquid ingredient in large quantities.

How difficult is Cinema 4D?

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Cinema 4D is known for having a quick and smooth learning curve compared to other 3D software. From my experience over the past 13 years of using 3D programs such as 3DS Max, Maya, Blender, and Cinema 4D is that Cinema 4D has been the easiest to learn and produce results quickly.

Is it safe to cook eggs in a slow cooker?

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You can cook anywhere from 12 eggs to 48 as long as you have a slow cooker that is large enough to fit it all. The more eggs you use, the longer you may need to cook the eggs but the simplicity of the recipe will remain the same.

Why is my ceiling leaking below my bathroom?

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A damaged O-ring, washer, or gasket usually is to blame. A licensed plumber can easily repair it to avoid costly water damage. A clogged drain can also be to blame for water leaking into your ceiling. If the tub pan overflows, the water leaks into the floor/ceiling and is visible from below.

How do you season a cast iron grill pan?

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How To Season Your Cast-Iron Skillet:Scrub skillet well in hot soapy water.Dry thoroughly.Spread a thin layer of melted shortening or vegetable oil over the skillet.Place it upside down on a middle oven rack at 375°. (Place foil on a lower rack to catch drips.)Bake 1 hour; let cool in the oven.

What are the symbols on floor plans?

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Here are the six most common types of symbols you will find on floor plans (versus other types of plans).Compass. The north arrow tells you about the orientation of the property. … Stairs. Stairs are customarily indicated by parallel lines with their measurements. … Doors. … Windows. … Walls. … Appliances.

Is stand mixer better than hand mixer?

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Stand Mixers On the one hand, even the smallest stand mixer will outperform a hand mixer—it will whip, mix, and beat ingredients in far less time (thanks to its efficient preset mixing motion). Most stand mixers come with several useful attachments, including a dough hook, whisk, and paddle.