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.

Is gold hardware too trendy?

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Gold cabinet hardware is definitely trending in kitchens, BUT keep in mind that both gold and silver are the two most classic fixture metals. … So, yes, gold hardware is a huge ‘trend’ right now and this ‘trend’ will die down (as all trends do), but don’t let that stop you from getting what you want.

How do you program a Taylor indoor outdoor thermometer?

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To set the time you need to:Press and hold the “SET” button on the back of the thermometer for 2 seconds to enter clock setting mode. … Press the “+” button on the back of the thermometer to toggle between 12 or 24 hour clock mode. … Press the “+” button to change the hours. … Press the “+” button to change the minutes.

What can you cook with a slow cooker?

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Tis the season for slow cooking!1: Creole Chicken and Sausage.2: Braised Beef Ragu.3: Skinny Veggie Lasagna.4: Carnitas.5: Whole Roasted Chicken.6: Granola.7: Texas Chili Con Carne.8: Easiest Garlic Mashed Potatoes.

How big is a 6 quart stock pot?

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Diameter 9.4”, length with handles – 13.2”, height (w/o lid) – 4.9”, weight (w/lid) – 4.5 lbs. Ideal for any cooking surface, including induction cooktops.

How do you use a digital temporal thermometer?

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To use your Digital Temple thermometer; simply press the power button (wait for 2 beeps), place round sensor tip on temple, wait for single long beep and read temperature. This Digital Temple thermometer is fast, accurate and cost-effective which makes it ideal for any school clinic!

Are ceramic muffin pans safe?

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PURE CERAMIC BAKEWARE 100 percent ceramic is great as it’s completely inert—meaning it won’t leach any harmful toxins. These pans are generally free of heavy metals, polymers, coatings, and dyes, plus, they’re dishwasher safe!

How do I clean my ice cream maker?

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Make a solution of hot, soapy water using dish washing soap and water that has been heated to at least 140 degrees. Close the freeze chamber so it will hold water and pour the solution in before setting the machine to run on wash cycle. Drain the machine when the wash cycle ends.

Can you use juicer pulp for anything?

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Mix pulp into baked goods like muffins, cakes, bread, dehydrated or baked cookies, and granola bars. Celery, onion, carrot, sweet potato, spinach, apple, and berry all work beautifully. 11. Use fruit or veggie pulp to add flavor, texture, and moisture to pancakes.