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 travertine a good backsplash?

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Ceramic and travertine are both strong backsplash materials, but each has some weaknesses. Because travertine is a natural stone tile, the minerals within it are reactive with acid solutions, such as orange juice and vinegar. While you can seal the stone to protect it from stains, sealers may not repel everything.

Why are some bread knives offset?

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Next is shape: Most bread knives are straight, with the handle in line with the blade, but some are offset so that the blade is positioned lower than the handle. This is because most bread knife blades are thin, which gives little to no clearance for your fingers when the blade is close to the cutting board.

What kitchen utensils are made of glass?

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Here Are 4 Must-Have Glass Utensils:Baking Dish. Borosil Square Glass Baking Dish. … Glass. VACHHRAJ Glassware Crystal Clear Pineapple Shaped Juice Glass Set. … Cup. Sillio Glass Tea and Coffee Cup. … Airtight Glass Bowl. Femora Borosilicate Square Glass Food Storage Containers.

Can you use a Microplane to grate ginger?

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The Microplane Classic Series Zester The fibers end up too small to really be detectable in a dish, and it results in less waste. I was able to easily grate 1 inch of ginger in 50 seconds, and since the grater was new and sharp, I didn’t have to push too hard.

Are Ikea jars air tight?

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The transparent jar makes it easy to find what you are looking for, regardless of where it is placed. The jar is airtight and suitable for preserving food.

What is the best material for a ladle?

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Materials: Ladles are frequently available in stainless steel or plastic; silicone is less common. All are sturdy, but stainless steel and silicone can withstand higher heat, while plastic is often less expensive.

What is mean by stirring?

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to move one’s hand or an implement continuously or repeatedly through (a liquid or other substance) in order to cool, mix, agitate, dissolve, etc., any or all of the component parts: to stir one’s coffee with a spoon.

How do you disinfect a cutting board?

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When cutting boards develop knife cuts, they should be sanded or replaced. To sanitize a cutting board, either plastic or wood, use a dilute chlorine bleach solution (1 tablespoon per gallon of cool water). Be sure to rinse it well with warm water.