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 it bad to use aluminum cookware?

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Our science editor reports that the consensus in the medical community is that using aluminum cookware poses no health threat. In short: While untreated aluminum is not unsafe, it should not be used with acidic foods, which may ruin both the food and the cookware.

How do I use a pressure cooker?

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Cooking with a pressure cooker in 6 easy steps:Add food & liquid in the pot.Close lid, ensure valve is at the correct position.Select pressure setting. Electric pressure cookers: select cooking program and time. … Wait for the pressure to build up inside the pot.Starts cooking under pressure. … Release pressure.

What can I make with crack chicken?

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How do you make crack chicken? This crack chicken has just 3 ingredients – boneless skinless chicken breasts, ranch powder, and cream cheese. Everything goes into the slow cooker and simmers away until the chicken is tender enough to shred into bite sized pieces.

Why is my digital thermometer reading low?

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It is standard practice for the majority of digital thermometers to display a “LO” sign when turning the device on. This means “LOW TEMPERATURE”. This is because these types of thermometers are made to measure Body Temperature, so when outside the body, the temperature is usually LOWER.

Is marble good for cheese board?

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A marble board, in particular, offers a beautiful and cool surface on which to store cheese and will not absorb smells as easily as wood, though marble is still porous and requires care. Marble or stone cheese boards will provide the best temperature zone for your cheese platter.

Is Tupperware a safe plastic?

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If you look at the bottom of your plastic food storage containers and they have a #2, #4, or #5, those are generally recognized as safe for food and drink. If any of your containers have a #3, #6, or #7, those should be disposed of because they are considered high-risk plastics.

What is the best battery powered grass clippers?

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BEST OVERALL: Worx WG801 20V Shear Shrubber Trimmer.BEST BUDGET: SereneLife Battery Grass Cutter Cordless Trimmer.BEST WITH LONG HANDLE: Scotts Outdoor Power Tools LSS10272PS Grass Shear.HONORABLE MENTION: Sun Joe HJ604C-SJB Cordless 2-in-1 Grass Shear.ALSO CONSIDER: Ryobi 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Grass Shear.

Which material mortar pestle is best?

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For general use, the best option would be to get one made from a solid stone material like granite or marble. These stone mortars and pestles will use their heavy weight to break down the ingredients and they will also be able to withstand years of pounding and grinding without needing to ever replace it.

Is slate a good cutting board?

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Since slate is stone, which is substantially harder and denser than wood or plastic, it lacks that soft cutting area that you would find in a typical cutting board. Using a slate board as a cutting board can be done, but you risk the chance of dulling your knife, or worse, chipping or scratching your slate.