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 calibrate my Amput digital scale?

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Hold down the “Mode” button until the display screen says “CAL.” Press the “Mode” button again so “CAL” begins to flash on the display screen. Place the calibration weight on the scale. Every Amput pocket digital scale is sold with a calibration weight that correlates to the maximum weight that the scale can measure.

What is the best cookware for induction cooker?

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The 10 Best Cookware Sets for Induction CooktopsDuxtop Professional Induction Cookware Set. … Viking 3-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware Set. … Circulon Cookware Set. … GreenPan Valencia Cookware Set. … Anolon Nouvelle Cookware Set. … Tramontina Induction-Ready Cookware Set. … T-fal Non-Stick Cookware Set. … Chantal Steel Induction Cookware Set.

How do you roast a whole alligator?

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Prop the gator’s jaws open with a block of wood (careful the teeth are sharp!) Place the gator on a 275 degree bbq pit using pecan wood for smoke flavor. Cook until internal temperature in the tail reaches 165 degrees on an instant read thermometer about 4 1/2 hours total.

How do you sharpen scissors with tin foil?

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Take a piece of aluminum foil, about 8-10 inches long, and fold it lengthwise multiple times so you have a thick, folded strip of foil. The added layers of the aluminum foil will help sharpen the blades of the scissors multiple times with every cut of the foil.

Can range hoods be wood?

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A wood range hood is an invaluable addition to any kitchen. It not only removes the smell and smoke from cooking, but it also helps to keep your stovetop clean by collecting all of the greases that would otherwise drip down into your oven or onto other surfaces in your kitchen.

What is the metric unit for cups?

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236.6 millilitersVolumeU.S. UnitsMetric Units1 cup (US)8 ounces236.6 milliliters1 pint (US)16 ounces473.2 milliliters1 quart (US)32 ounces946.3 milliliters1 gallon (US)128 ounces3.785 liters

How do you dispose of plastic grocery bags?

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Most supermarkets accept plastic shopping bags for recycling, look for the plastic bag recycling collection bin at the front of the store. Torn or damaged reusable ‘green bags’ that can no longer be reused can also be placed in these collection bins.