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.

How do I know if my thermometer is accurate?

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To test your thermometer:Fill a tall glass with ice and add cold water.Place and hold the thermometer in the ice water for 30 seconds without touching the sides or bottom of the glass. … If the thermometer reads 32°F, it is reading correctly and can be used.

Can you use a yeti wine tumbler for coffee?

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Even if you aren’t a wine drinker but don’t want to worry about fragile drinking vessels and prefer your warm drinks warm and cold drinks cold, these YETI tumblers are a great answer, whether you’re drinking beer, cocktails, ice cream, coffee, soup or more.

What is a good chef knife set?

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5 Best Knife Block Sets, According to Food Network KitchenBest Overall: Wusthof Classic Nine Piece Block Set.Best for the Low-Maintenance Cook: Henckels Classic 15-Piece Self-Sharpening Block Set.Best Asian Knife Set: Shun Classic 5-Piece Starter Block Set.Best Value: Ginsu Gourmet Chikara Series 8-Piece Set.

Is Deep fry allowed in keto?

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It’s hard not to cherish fried food. However, in case you’re on the Ketogenic diet, that fresh heavenliness represents an issue as it might add to your daily intake of carbs and calories. Most fried nourishments are breaded first, and devouring bread items places you at risk for going over keto’s every day carb limit.

What are the parts of a mixer called?

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A typical home stand mixer will include a wire whisk for whipping creams and egg whites; a flat beater for mixing batters; and a dough hook for kneading. Stand mixers are generally available in either counter top (also called bench) or floor models. … Spiral mixers are specialist tools for mixing dough.

What is a stirrer in a microwave oven?

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The stirrer blades distribute the microwave energy to promote even cooking inside the microwave cavity. They prevent hot spots. The blades normally need to be replaced by a service technician. Microwave ovens are inherently dangerous to service.

Are silicone ice cube trays good?

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Silicone ice cube trays are soft and pliable, and they don’t appear to leach any chemicals into food or water at cold temperatures. … If it’s BPA you’re worried about, silicone ice cube trays are a safer choice than plastic ones.

Can you cook steak on a baking sheet?

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If you’ve never broiled steaks before, let me introduce you to this easy method: You’ll preheat your oven broiler; line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; place the steaks on the baking sheet, and broil them for a few minutes per side. That’s it!