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 deep fryer be used outside?

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What to Know About Outdoor Electric Deep Fryers. Deep fryers cook food by submerging it in boiling oil. Propane-burning models are strictly for outdoor use. Electric fryers can certainly be used outdoors, too, but aren’t outdoor specific.

Can you puree in a blender?

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You can puree food in a blender or food processor. Pureed foods are important if you have trouble chewing or swallowing. Changing solid foods so they don’t need to be chewed can make them safer and easier for you to swallow.

How long do you cook an unstuffed turkey per pound?

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Calculate turkey cooking time and temperature. The simplest way to figure out turkey roasting times is to calculate 13 minutes per pound at 350°F for an unstuffed turkey (that’s about 3 hours for a 12- to 14-lb. turkey), or 15 minutes per pound for a stuffed turkey.

What size lawn bowls should I use?

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A typical size for a lady is 2lb 4oz; perhaps 2lb 6oz. A typical size for a gentleman is 2lb 8oz; perhaps 2lb 10oz. Obviously, this is just an average and will also be affected by personal preference and size of hands. Generally smaller individuals will prefer a lighter bowl; larger people will prefer a heavier bowl.

What is a paring knife good for?

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Paring knives (also called peeling knives) are very versatile, and a mainstay of the professional kitchen as a result. Many cooks use them to peel or cut fruit and vegetables into small pieces, or to carry out other similar precision work.

Are breakfast nooks outdated?

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Breakfast nooks are an acquired taste. They were vastly popular in Craftsman homes of the 1920s and 1930s, and now, as with many design trends, they’re making a comeback.

What fly spray is safe around food?

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Outbreak Defender is an all-natural, Bio-Based formulation made from food grade ingredients, that kills fruit flies in the air! It meets FDA standard, GRAS (generally regarded as safe), and has a peppermint oil fragrance. This quick kill fruit fly spray is safe to use around humans and animals.

Does ultrasonic face spatula work?

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Face scrubbers are great for those with sensitive skin. In comparison, an ultrasonic face spatula “is just a very gentle procedure for the purpose of exfoliation.” She said, “It works particularly best for red or rosacea-prone sensitive skin that typically doesn’t respond well to other exfoliation methods.”

Is Emile Henry good quality?

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Emile Henry products are fine quality, look great, and you’ll be able to use them for many years. This is why Emile Henry cookware is a perfect choice for a gift.