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.

Is wood or bamboo chopsticks better?

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Bamboo chopsticks are better than wood. Because bamboo chopsticks do not want to breed bacteria as easily as wooden chopsticks. Bamboo chopsticks are used for a longer period of time and bacteria are relatively less when used under the same conditions.

How do you heat English muffins without a toaster?

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Quick-toasting in the broiler: Set your oven to broil and place your toast on a sheet pan. Once the oven is preheated, put the sheet pan on the top rack of the oven, closest to the broiler. Keep an eye on the toast, as it will brown quickly, about 2 minutes on each side. (Be sure not to burn it.)

Are pull out mixer taps any good?

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They might not be as good at blasting away stubborn stains, but they are still excellent for rinsing fruit and veg, general cleaning, filling pots and pans, or watering windowsill plants. There is also less to go wrong with a pull out aerator tap, and they are normally cheaper to buy.

Can I use a grill pan instead of a grill?

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Cast-iron grill pans get hot and distribute the heat evenly, so you get great-looking grill marks and a rich brown sear on the outside of your meat that mimics the char from a grill. Grill pans are fairly inexpensive; you can find a good quality one for less than $30.

Are mason jar lids BPA free?

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LIDS ARE Food Safe (BPA Free) Leak Proof and Secure Tight Close. REGULAR MOUTH LIDS fit Ball, Kerr or any standard Regular Mouth Mason Jar (70/450). DISHWASHER SAFE – Reusable and Durable for long time use. MADE IN THE USA -Ideal for baby milk or food.

Which bread makers make sourdough?

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The following are the best Bread Maker for Sourdough you can buy right now from Amazon.Breville BBM800XL Custom Loaf Bread Maker. … Zojirushi BB-PAC20BA BB-PAC20. … Panasonic home bakery 1 loaf type Brown SD-BMT1001-T. … Cuisinart CBK-100SSFR 2-Pound Programmable Breadmaker. … KBS Stainless Steel Bread Machine.

Is a 28 gallon water heater enough?

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You can estimate the necessary tank capacity (in gallons) based on the number of people in the house: 1 or 2 people—23 to 36 gallons. 2 to 4 people—36 to 46 gallons. 3 to 5 people—46 to 56 gallons.

How do I reset my digital thermometer?

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Some digital thermometers do not require any adjustment of a screw or nut. You simply need to locate the reset button. When the freezing point or boiling point of water is achieved, push or hold the button and that’s it.