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 is hot pass in a restaurant?

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Kitchen Hot Pass Units are an essential addition to any professional kitchen as they allow for full food inspection before service – all whilst keeping the dish fresh and hot!

What are tall skinny pots used for?

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Unlike stew pots and dutch ovens, stock pots are tall and narrow, confining the liquid and solids to a restricted circumference. This slows down evaporation and allows water, bones, meat and vegetables to stack up in layers so that the flavors mingle while the rising heat works its way up through them.

Can you use a food processor as a blender for smoothies?

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While it may be more common to make smoothies in the blender, if you don’t have one, you can use a food processor to achieve similar results. You’ll still be able to use a variety of ingredients and liquid bases, though you may not get the same smooth and creamy smoothie that you get with a blender.

What is the most popular KitchenAid stand mixer?

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The most popular one sold by Everything Kitchens is the standard KitchenAid Professional 600, also known as the “Pro 6” Mixer. This mixer comes with a 6 qt stainless steel bowl, pouring shield, flat beater, wire whip, and S Dough Hook.

Is Hamilton Beach slow cooker good?

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4.0 out of 5 stars Home run on Hamilton Beach Slow Cooker. Pleased with the quality and function of this cooker. I use the automatic feature all the time and it works perfectly. It takes a little while to master the control knob but once you do, it works fine.

Does Ulta have shears?

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This precision crafted Ulta Beauty Scissor & Spoolie is perfect for all around grooming including trimming brows, nails, and hair. Precautions: Tip and blade are sharp. Keep out of reach of children.

Can I put oil in my mortar and pestle?

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Can I Use Olive Oil if I Don’t Have Mineral Oil? This applies to wooden mortars and pestles only, and while you conceivably could use any food grade oil, you will want to keep a couple things in mind: Not all oils are flavorless, so don’t pick something you wouldn’t want potentially mixing with your next grind.

What is the difference between Hoppin John and black-eyed peas?

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Black-eyed peas, also called cow peas, are thought to have been introduced to America by enslaved Africans who worked the rice plantations. Hoppin’ John is a rich bean dish made of black-eyed peas simmered with spicy sausages, ham hocks, or fat pork, and rice. There are many variations to traditional Hoppin’ John.