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.

Why did my Pyrex dish exploded in the oven?

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When a Pyrex bowl is heated or cooled rapidly, different parts of the bowl expand or contract by different amounts, causing stress. If the stress is too extreme, the bowl’s structure will fail, causing a spectacular shattering effect.

What knives do Chinese chefs use?

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Traditionally, Chinese cooks use a single knife for all of their kitchen tasks, and their go-to blade is the large, square-tipped Chinese chef’s knife. Often referred to as a cleaver because of its similar shape, size, and profile, the Chinese chef’s knife is in fact a different tool altogether.

How much are Rae Dunn bowls?

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Compare with similar itemsThis item Rae Dunn Magenta Ceramic Bowl…Rae Dunn by Magenta HERS Ice C…Rating4.3 out of 5 stars 19 reviews5.0 out of 5 stars 3 reviewsPriceFrom $35.00$28.99Sold ByAvailable from these sellersNew Trade RouteItem Weight1.00 lbs2.45 lbs

Is it easy to replace smoke detectors?

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Replacing a hard-wired smoke detector is almost as easy as replacing a battery-powered version. New alarms are inexpensive. If your old alarms are connected to three wires as shown here, that means the alarms are interconnected — when one alarm detects smoke, they all howl.

Do you wash asparagus before roasting?

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Rinse asparagus under cold running water to remove any dirt or sand from the stalks and tips before beginning preparation. Do not wash until ready to use. Begin preparing the asparagus by simply trimming off the bottom ends of the stalks. Find the area where the green color begins to fade.

Is Tupperware still sold in the UK?

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But as with anything, what goes up, must come down and in 2003, Tupperware parties ceased in the UK, continuing only in America, as well as shops stopping selling it too. So unless you’ve got your mum’s much-loved hand-me-downs, you’ll have to look elsewhere for trusty non-leaking pots.

What are state of the art appliances?

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State-of-the-art appliances often combine a commercial sensibility and a focus on efficiency, with both brawn and beauty thrown in. If you have room for separate refrigerator and freezer units, it can make for a much better layout.

What art should I put in my kitchen?

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20 Rooms Where Kitchen Wall Art Steals the Show (or Just Looks Plain Awesome)Have Fun with Photography. … Use the Space Above Your Cabinetry. … Create a Kitchen Focal Point. … Be Bold and Graphic. … Choose Something Small But Mighty. … Go Abstract. … Shelf Help. … Make a Fridge Gallery.