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 supplies equipment were used to cook meals in the Civil War?

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The most essential equipment for any camp cook was a cooking pot. In the vast majority of the photos large kettles were utilized. Frying pans often can be found in Civil War camps, but are often personal items. Large frying pans were used, but when cooking for so many, cooking pots seem preferred.

Can biscuits go in the air fryer?

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Place four biscuits on parchment paper in air fryer basket. … Step 3: Set air fryer to 320°F and cook for 6 minutes. Remove basket from air fryer and, using a pair of tongs, turn over biscuits and place on top of parchment. Step 4: Cook 5 to 7 minutes more, or until biscuits are deep golden brown and cooked through.

Do hot water heaters have fuses?

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The heater is usually fused in the main electrical panel but some electric water heaters may be fed from a separate fuse or circuit breaker box. If the fuse is blown or breaker is tripped, replace the fuse or re-set the circuit breaker. … Instructions for setting the water heater timer are inside the timer cover.

Why did people put an egg in the coffee pot?

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Adding the egg helps clarify the coffee, allowing the grounds to separate from the water easily. The egg white extracts the bitterness from the grounds and enhances the caffeine. The result is a light, clear brew with absolutely no bitterness or acidity and a velvety texture that’s easy to drink.

How do you zest a lemon for limoncello?

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Peel, not pith The traditional way of making limoncello is to slice off the topmost layer of lemon peel, avoiding the bitter white pith as much as possible. If there is any pith on a slice, scrape it off with a knife or spoon. An extremely sharp vegetable peeler works best. Or you can use a fine Microplane grater.

Can I put raw beef in slow cooker?

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Can you put raw beef in slow cooker? Yes. It’s usually recommended browning the outside of the beef first, but it’s perfectly safe to add raw beef directly to your slow cooker.

Can you put watermelon in a juicer?

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Can You Juice Watermelon in a Juicer? Yes, of course! When I run watermelon through a juicer, sometimes I’ll throw in the whole green rind, too. Watermelon rind is a source of the amino acid citrulline, which may help boost athletic performance.