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.

Do chefs prefer German or Japanese knives?

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There are two different styles of kitchen knives: Japanese kitchen knives are recommended for the delicate slicing and finer work, whereas German knives are the kitchen workhorses. German knives usually tend to be heavier and thicker.

What kind of kitchen faucets are in style?

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Keep in mind that faucets below are likely available in several finishes.The Single-Handle. Delta Collins Kitchen Faucet. … The Basic Pull-Down. Delta Leland Kitchen Faucet. … The Smart Pull-Down. Moen Touchless Voice Control Kitchen Faucet. … The Pull-Out. … The Wall-Mounted. … The Commercial-Style. … The Pot-Filler. … The Bridge-Style.

How do you calibrate a Taylor glass digital scale?

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Remove the battery from the scale. Set the scale on the floor (no carpet) without the battery in place. Stand on the scale for 10 seconds (still without the battery). Carefully replace the battery without pressing any buttons or activating the scale.

Is there a way to sharpen Microplane?

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The blades of our graters cannot be sharpened. The following tips will help to ensure the longevity of the blades. Do you still have more questions? Simply contact our customer service team.

Is there a juicer that cleans itself?

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With patented auto-clean technology, this Oster Self-Cleaning Juice Extractor rinses and scrubs hard-to-clean pulp and fiber from the filter in just seconds, for hands-free cleanup. This versatile Oster juicer has an extra-large food chute that fits most whole fruits and vegetables—that means less prep work for you.

Does a pencil sharpener have a motor?

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It uses a couple of regular blade sharpeners which revolve around the pencil when it is inserted into either of the sharpening holes. These blade sharpeners are driven by a small electric motor.

What is the difference between a jelly roll pan and cookie sheet?

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A jelly roll pan is a flat pan and does a pretty good job at baking cookies. The distinguishing feature of a jelly roll pan and what differentiates it from a true cookie sheet is that it has a raised edge. … The edges of the jelly roll pan allowed for a large but thin cake to be baked.