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 an electric knife good for cutting bread?

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If you think you’ll only use it to carve the Thanksgiving turkey, you should know that electric knives can cut way more than just meat. They’re also great for slicing bread, filleting fish, chopping veggies, and so much more.

How do you cut Wonder board?

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Use a circular saw with a cement board blade. Support the entire board before and during cutting to avoid breakage. The scoring knife can be used instead of a saw for a cut that goes across the whole board. Use a straight edge and press hard as you draw the knife along the cut line.

Do disposable roasting pans work?

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If you do not have a suitable roaster, a disposable aluminum foil roasting pan can be used for cooking a turkey. However, you will need to use a certain amount of care with a foil roasting pan. These tips and tricks will help ensure that your Thanksgiving turkey is cooked correctly.

What are the disadvantages of cast iron?

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Disadvantages of cast ironIt is Prone to rusting.It has poor tensile strength.Its parts are section sensitive, this is due to slow cooling of thick sections.failure of Its parts is sudden and total, it does not exhibit yield point.It has poor impact resistance.Compared to steel it has poor machinability.

Is brass cookware good for health?

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In fact, it was a common belief that cooking and eating in brass plates was beneficial for health. However, eating in brass utensil was not that harmful as compared to cooking. Brass easily reacts with salt and acidic foods, when it is heated. Hence, cooking in such utensils must be avoided.

What kind of juicer is best for ginger?

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Top 5 Best Ginger Juicers And TurmericKuvings C7000 Whole Slow Juicer Juice Extractor – Best Ginger Juicer Machine.KOIOS B5100 Juicer – Best Juicer For Ginger Shots.Omega NC800HDSHDS Juicer Machine – Best Juicer For Ginger.Aeitto – Best Masticating Juicer For Ginger.AMZCHEF ZM1505 – Best Ginger Juice Extractor.

What kitchen faucets do plumbers recommend?

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WEWE Single Handle High Arc Pull Out Kitchen Faucet The metal faucet features a three-way spray setting—stream for filling water, spray for rinsing, and pause to avoid splashing in multitasking mode. The pulldown hose and water line hose come preinstalled in the kitchen faucet for easy installation.

Can natural elements cookware go in the oven?

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Nutrients will not be lost when cooking with Natural Element Woodstone cookware, and the heat transfer is fast with slow dissipation making it high-quality energy-saving cookware. In addition, the heating process endured by the Natural Element Woodstone cookware can withstand cooking temperatures up to 220 Fahrenheit.

Should you wrap a roast in foil?

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Although not critical, heavy-duty foil is helpful. It’s longer than the standard roll, which makes it easier to encase the roast and prevent leaking of the delicious juices that form during the long stint in the oven. Preheat the oven to 300℉.

Is Kitchen Bouquet still being made?

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Kitchen Bouquet is a browning and seasoning sauce primarily composed of caramel with vegetable flavorings. It has been used as a flavoring addition for gravies and other foods since approximately 1873. It is currently produced by the Hidden Valley or HV Food Products Company.