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.

Does banquette seating save space?

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Not only does banquette seating take up less space, but also, unlike a typical chair, you can build storage into the space under the bench. That’s a double win.

How do you use Masterchef bread maker?

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Simply place ingredients in the bread pan, choose the type of bread, the size of your loaf, the color of the crust, press start and the machine does the rest! If you want to have fresh bread ready in the morning or after work, you can use the delay timer to have it ready right when you want it.

Can I use floor leveling compound on plywood?

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Leveling compounds prepare plywood subfloors for flooring installation. … These compounds are used to level out low areas in plywood substrates in preparation for laminate, wood or tile flooring installation.

Is Dansk cookware still made?

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By 1982, Quistgaard had created more than 2,000 different designs for Dansk of dinnerware, glassware and items for the home. Dansk relocated its headquarters to Mount Kisco, New York, in the 1960s. … As of January 2018, Dansk continues as a brand of Lenox.

Do eggs stick to silicone spatula?

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Best for Scrambled Eggs: GIR: Right Premium Silicone Spatula This tool can even be left in the pan if you need to step away for a moment, and its silicone material will play nicely with nonstick cookware. And the product is created to last for a long time, too.

Are aero dynamic bowls any good?

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Only Aero Bowls have a continual consistent arc finish to the target and nothing is more accurate than this trajectory…which is why the very best bowlers in the world use them.

Is it possible to make a meringue with a hand whisk?

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Hand mixer: If you’re more of an occasional baker but still want the power of an electric mixer, a hand mixer is your go-to meringue tool. We recommend this KitchenAid 7-Speed Hand Mixer. Whisk: If you’re OK with getting an arm workout, you can make meringue with a handheld whisk.