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.

Why is a Dutch baby called a Dutch baby?

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While these pancakes are derived from the German pancake dish, it is said that the name Dutch baby was coined by one of Victor Manca’s daughters, where “Dutch” perhaps was her corruption of the German autonym deutsch. Manca’s Cafe claimed that it owned the trademark for Dutch babies in 1942.

Do air fryers stir?

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Yes, and it works great! It is very easy to make a chicken stir fry in your Air Fryer. Just heat up your cake pan while preheating and you have your dinner on the table in no time.

What happens if you use regular flour in a bread machine?

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You can use all purpose flour, though your bread may not rise as high or be as light as with bread flour. Bread flour has a higher gluten content than all-purpose flour; and gluten creates a “fibrous” structure that traps the gasses produced by the yeast fermenting and causes bread to rise.

Is Capresso a good brand?

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Born in 1994, Capresso has spent the last 20+ years establishing themselves as one of the top brands in the coffee maker industry. Their strong reputation has primarily been earned through innovation as the company has accomplished several industry firsts: First programmable coffee maker with conical burr grinder.

Is GLOBAL A Japanese knife?

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GLOBAL is a Japanese brand of kitchen knives and accessory tools owned and manufactured by the Yoshikin factory of Japan (also known as the Yoshida Metal Industry Co. Ltd). The Yoshikin Factory is owned by the Watanabe family and located in Tsubame, Japan.

How do you reduce ammonia gas in poultry house?

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Optimize the poultry stocking density to help limit excessive moisture in the poultry house, so reducing anaerobic processes. Adjust the ventilation rate – if ammonia levels increase, more ventilation is needed. However, this should only be in accordance with the climate and temperature of the poultry house.

What paper is similar to parchment paper?

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Wax paper features a thin, waxy coating on each side that makes it both nonstick and moisture-resistant (though it tends to absorb more water than parchment). It’s a great substitute for parchment if you’re looking to save money, as parchment paper usually ends up costing twice as much.

What are grain grinders used for?

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A grain mill (or Flour grinder) is a grinder that can be used to grind wheat, oats, barley, corn, and other cereals into a fine powder or flour to use in baking and cooking.