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 much electricity does a deep fryer use?

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It’s used to fry up everything from crispy side dishes and appetizers to sweet treats and entrees. Despite the versatility, this unit uses a lot of power when it’s not operating properly. According to ENERGY STAR®, on average, a fryer consumes 18,000 kilowatts an hour (kWh) annually.

What type of spatula is best for eggs?

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Best for Eggs: Di Oro Chef Series Standard Flexible Silicone Turner Spatula. If you’re looking for a spatula that can flip your sunny-side eggs and omelets, this spatula was made for you. The ultra-thin silicone blade easily slides under food to help achieve the perfect flip.

Which tap is best for kitchen?

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The 6 best kitchen faucets according to our teamBristan Pistachio Easyfit Kitchen Mixer Tap. … John Lewis Swan 2 Lever Kitchen Tap. … Hyco Zen Solo 100°C Instant Boiling Water Tap. … Abode Linear Nero Monobloc Kitchen Tap. … Perrin & Rowe Mayan 4338 Pillar Kitchen Tap. … Abode Stalto Professional Kitchen Tap.

Can Laguiole flatware go in dishwasher?

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Although they are very strong and robust, they must avoid dishwashers. It is important to dry your Laguiole handmade cutlery sets after washing them, even the stainless steel sets. This will increase their lifespan. For wooden handle, ivory handle or horn handle knives, you should avoid using a dishwasher.

What can I use instead of a Dutch oven to bake sourdough?

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Place your bread inside a clay pot/casserole dish/any large pot that is oven safe and has a securely fitting lid on it (it won’t be as good as a Dutch oven, but it will be better than not using one). Place a large deep roasting pan or stainless steel bowl, or other oven safe bowl over the loaf when baking.

What size is KitchenAid ksm90?

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KitchenAid KSM90WH Ultra Power 300-Watt 4-1/2-Quart Stand Mixer, WhiteBrandKitchenAidWattage250 wattsItem Dimensions LxWxH16.6 x 16.2 x 11 inchesNumber of Speeds10Item Weight12.5 Pounds

Why is the music called Chopsticks?

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But first the original. Euphemia arranged the piece for solos and duets. Instructions on the original piece said “play both hands turned sideways, little fingers lowest, so that the movement of the hands imitates the chopping from which this waltz gets its name”.

Is a jigger equal to a shot?

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Although jiggers and shot glasses are often the same size in terms of volume of alcohol, there are a few key differences between the two: Usage: A jigger is a measuring tool, and a shot glass typically refers to small glassware for serving alcohol. Volume: The standard shot and jigger volume is one and a half ounces.