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.

Where do you place the turkey in a roasting pan?

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Set the turkey breast-side up on the roasting rack set in a roasting pan and let it sit while the oven preheats. This takes the chill off the meat, which helps the meat cook faster and more evenly. It also gives the skin time to dry out, which promotes browning and crisping.

Can you boil noodles in a skillet?

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Place pasta in unwashed skillet (if pasta is very long it may not lie flat on bottom until it begins to soften). … Place over high heat and cook uncovered, stirring frequently to keep pasta submerged, until pasta is almost al dente, 8 to 10 minutes, depending on pasta.

What are the general guidelines for food storage?

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Food safety and storageKeep high-risk food at 5 °C or below or above 60 °C to avoid the temperature danger zone and food poisoning.Store raw foods below cooked foods.Store food in suitable, covered containers.Avoid refreezing thawed foods.Check and observe the use-by dates on food products.

How do I start a food storage?

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5 Tips for Building your Food StorageBuild a short-term then a long-term supply. … Build a Menu and Multiply. … Include items in your supplies that will enhance your food storage items. … Make or Replace a simple system for tracking what you’ve got and what you need.