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.

Should a turkey breast be cooked covered or uncovered?

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Just make sure you uncover the lid about 30 minutes before the turkey’s done roasting so the skin has a chance to get crispy. … We’ve found that covering a turkey in foil yields much moister results than roasting it without foil, and we favor simply covering up the breast to even out cooking time.

What does condensed milk do in ice cream?

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Using & Making Sweetened Condensed Milk The thick and syrupy milk acts as a sweetener and softens the ice cream, allowing for easier scooping. To make your ice cream less sweet, you can use low-fat or fat-free condensed milk.

Can I leave a roast in the oven overnight?

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A three- to four-pound roast can be placed in the oven to cook overnight. The temperature is so low that nothing will burn, and by the morning the roast will be done. Let the meat rest on the counter, tented with aluminum foil, while you get ready for work.

How do you make tuna casserole with chips?

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InstructionsBring a pot of water to boil, and cook egg noodles for about 6 minutes. … Spray a 1- 2 quart casserole dish or an 8×8 inch dish with cooking spray.Mix together soup, milk, tuna, peas, salt, and drained noodles.Pour into casserole dish and top with potato chips.Cook in a 350 degree F oven for 30 minutes.

What is the slot in a spaghetti spoon for?

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Revealed in a photo post by Imgur user PolarChi, this special slot in the spoon holds the recommended portion for one serving of spaghetti… I’ll wait for the gasps to die down. Some spoons come with circles, and some with the more oval shaped openings (like mine, pictured here), but either spoon should do the trick.

Why does it say L on my thermometer?

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It is standard practice for the majority of digital thermometers to display a “LO” sign when turning the device on. This means “LOW TEMPERATURE”. This is because these types of thermometers are made to measure Body Temperature, so when outside the body, the temperature is usually LOWER.