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.

Can you have a wooden ceiling in a kitchen?

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Wooden ceilings or wooden walls can completely transform a room. … Dare to use wood for your kitchen ceiling, for example. No matter the look of your house, rustic or modern, here are 5 styles of kitchens in which wood takes the spotlight.

How do you get rid of jiggers?

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The risk of acute pathology can be prevented by removal of the jigger with a sterile needle and disinfection of the affected area. However, in poor rural or shanty-town settings non-sterile objects are often used to winkle the jigger out, including thorns or non-sterile pins, thereby introducing more bacteria.

Is it better to curl your hair with a straightener or a curling iron?

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Which tool is best for you? It depends on your style. A flat iron is a great multipurpose tool that creates sexy, beachy waves and curls, but takes practice. Curling irons make curls almost foolproof, but they’re limited to only one size unless you go with a tapered wand or interchangeable barrels.

Can you pour concrete over existing concrete?

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You can put new concrete over old concrete. However, unresolved issues with your old concrete, such as cracks or frost heaves, will carry over to your new concrete if not taken care of. In addition, you must pour it at least 2 inches thick.

Can you make a loaf from muffin mix?

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To convert a muffin recipe to make a loaf, set the oven rack in the middle position, decrease the oven temperature by 50 degrees, and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf matches the visual cue (either “with few moist crumbs attached” or “clean”), 60 to 70 minutes.

Can we use grill pan on stove?

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However, it won’t work perfectly. You will encounter a few problems when using a grill pan on an electric stove, which is time-consuming and easy to smoke. To keep the best flavor of the dish, you should reduce the heat when using a cast iron pan.

How do I create a CD Label template in Word?

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Open Word and choose “New” from the “File” menu. Select the “Template” option and click on “Labels.” In the “Media” category, browse the CD cover templates available. Select the one that best suits the kind of cover you want to make. Don’t worry about the design on the cover.

Is gold cutlery tacky?

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Like so many other great things, gold flatware is a bold statement and it can go a little tacky if not done thoughtfully.