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 I bake in a Le Creuset dish?

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Le Creuset stoneware is oven-safe up to 500°F and freezer-safe up to -9°F, and you can also put it in the microwave and under a broiler. But note that it’s not safe to use on the stovetop or on any other direct heat source.

What kind of steak is breakfast steak?

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Breakfast steaks are often smaller and thinner than dinnertime steaks. Look for steaks around 5 oz. Choose grass fed beef, as they’re lower in fat and calories than grain fed beef. Thinly cut sirloin and rib eye steaks are good choices for breakfast.

Can you vent a range hood through a wall?

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Both under cabinet and wall range hoods can be vented on an interior wall. Venting a range hood on an interior wall may seem daunting. But, if you are comfortable DIYing it, you can save money doing the installation yourself. If not, we recommend hiring a local contractor to install the hood.

How long is AO Smith water heater warranty?

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Most AO Smith warranties range between 6 and 12 years, usually closer to ten. This means that the manufacturers fully expect your water heater to last at least a decade, and possibly twice that even after it goes out of warranty.

Are there any recalls on First Alert smoke detectors?

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First Alert maintains high manufacturing standards in all of our products. First Alert, Onelink, and BRK have had no product recalls in the past decade. If a First Alert product isn’t working as expected, browse our Help Center for solutions or contact our Support Team.

Do smoke alarms have to be hardwired in Qld?

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To comply with the new laws homeowners can install either hardwired 240V smoke alarms or non-removable 10-year battery smoke alarms. However, any existing hardwired 240V smoke alarm must be replaced with a hardwired 240V photoelectric smoke alarm.

Are kyoku knives real Damascus?

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Question: Where is this knife made/assembled? Answer: KYOKU uses Japanese VG10 steel imported from Japan, with the traditional Japanese Damascus knife manufacturing technology, and then handcrafted in China.