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 a good can opener?

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Our Top Can Opener Picks:Best Overall: Kitchen Mama Yes You Can.Best Countertop Electric Can Opener: Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Can Opener.Best Manual Top-Cutting Can Opener: Good Cook Can Opener.Best Manual Side-Cutting Can Opener: OXO Steel.

Are clay pots good for cooking?

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Cooking in a clay pot is much better than cooking in a normal utensil, not just for its various health benefits, but also makes it much simpler to cook and improves the quality of the food at the end. The porosity and natural insulation properties of clay causes heat and moisture to circulate throughout clay pots.

How do you peel a green mango?

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Find the mango’s stem end. The stem end is a short black nub on one of the poles of the fruit. Slowly remove a section of its peel. If the by-hand method is still not working, use a knife to cut into the flesh, and then use your hand to peel it off.

How long do thighs take to cook in a pan?

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Pan frying skinless boneless chicken thighs take between 12 – 14 minutes on medium heat. Pan frying skin on, bone in chicken thighs takes between 25 – 30 minutes to cook on medium heat. It is important there is no blood around the bone and the internal temperature is at least 65F for chicken to be safe to eat.