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 the price of aluminum foil going up?

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Aluminium foil prices have increased in the United States to reflect what one company deems “rapidly rising input costs.” “Effective with shipments beginning on November 1, 2017, AJ Oster is increasing selling prices on all aluminum foil products by 50 cents per lb to reflect rapidly rising input costs.

Can I make iced latte with moka pot?

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Heat the Moka Pot on your stove until it starts to bubble and steam – when you really hear it, you’ll know it’s done. Divide into 2 cups (this makes ~2 servings, depending on how much coffee you like to drink at once!), and stir in your milk and sweetener.

Is 12 inch skillet big enough?

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Skillets with a diameter of 12 inches are big enough to give you plenty of cooking surface, yet small enough to heat up evenly on most cooktops. … On the contrary; they’re perfect for cooking 1-2 eggs or making fluffy omelets.

Will Ball canning lids be available in 2021?

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A recent conversation with a representative from the Newell Corporation (manufacturer of Ball, Kerr, and Golden Harvest canning products), indicates they are hoping for new shipments to go out toward the end of March 2021, but in limited quantities, and production will continue through the summer of 2021.

Is a pressure cooker better than a slow cooker?

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Okay, so this one is subjective to a degree, but pressure cookers are excellent at extracting and amplifying flavour and do it better than a slow cooker. Here’s a direct comparison of the same beef stews made in each device – spoiler alert: the pressure cooker wins.

Can you use a Dutch oven as a sauté pan?

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YES, you can use a Dutch oven instead of a skillet. Dutch ovens when at frying heat will cook your food evenly, not stick to the pan, and can be used on various heat sources. Because of the depth of a Dutch oven, you will also be able to prepare a variety of dishes not only fry food.

How many times has Miami Dolphins won the Super Bowl?

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With a rich history that includes two Super Bowl championships (1973–74) and five conference titles, the Dolphins are the only team in NFL history to finish an entire season undefeated; their 1972 season ended without a loss and culminated in a victory in Super Bowl VII.