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 Air Fryer flips up?

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The Ninja® Foodi™ Digital Air Fry Oven is an air fryer, convection oven, and toaster oven all in one. Get extra-large capacity without sacrificing counter space with its unique design that allows you to flip it up against your backsplash when not in use.

What is different about a French rolling pin?

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A French pin is carved from a single piece as well, but has gently tapered ends rather than handles. A classic American “roller” is more complex, with a barrel that turns along ball bearings and a steel shaft, allowing it to move independently of the handles; this style can be made from wood, silicone, or even marble.

Can you use a juicer for lemons?

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A citrus juicer is simple to use if you plan to juice just lemons. However, even those leave some wet pulp behind. If you’re taking the time to juice lemons, you want the juice in your glass, not in the mash. A masticating (cold-press) juicer is going to do the best job of extracting juice from lemons.

Can you use a hand blender in a glass?

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These tasks can all be handled by a regular blender or a food processor, but a hand blender can be used on the spot—right in the pot, glass, or measuring cup—and it’s much easier to clean.

Is cobalt blue glass safe?

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Health Concerns. As mentioned earlier, cobalt is generally safe–but not for the workers who extract it from the environment and are likely to be inhaling high and harmful amounts of cobalt on a regular basis.