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.

What does it mean if your KitchenAid mixer leaks oil?

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When the grease inside the gearbox of a KitchenAid stand mixer separates, the liquid part of the grease can leak out of the mixer as an oil. The grease inside the mixer’s gearbox can separate for several reasons; heat from overloading the mixer, not using the mixer often enough, and time are the most common reasons.

Can you roast marshmallows over a Sterno?

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IMPORTANT: Some people may be concerned that Sterno isn’t safe to use to roast s’mores, but according to the company, it is perfectly safe to roast food. Sterno ethanol gel burns safe and clean and is endorsed by Green Restaurant Association.

Why did skillet make the song Lucy?

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Meaning and concept In November 2010, at a concert at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Cooper revealed it is about a young couple struggling with feelings of regret after an abortion.

Can you cook salmon from frozen in oven?

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Luckily, it is perfectly safe to cook salmon from a frozen state and, let me assuage any worries right now, it can taste as delicious as properly thawed and cooked salmon too. I’ve found the secret is to use the power of a hot oven, a little foil, and a flavorful sauce to get you from frozen to dinner in 30 minutes.

Do you grease the pan when using parchment paper?

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Is there anything parchment paper can’t do? It’s heat-resistant, non-stick, and makes clean-up a breeze. … Best practices will have you grease the cake or baking pan (to help the paper stay in place), line it with parchment, then grease the parchment to make baked good liberation go as smoothly as possible.

What can I use if I don’t have a muffin pan?

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Simply mold baking paper (parchment paper or wax paper are ideal, but aluminum foil will work in a pinch) into a cupcake-like shape using the bottom of a glass or teacup. The stiffer the paper the better. It might take a few tries to get your homemade liners into the shape you want.