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.

Are Wolfgang Puck knives good?

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They are not high end knives. The blades are fairly thin and they are fairly lightweight. That being said, they hold their edge very well. In the past year, with a good amount of use, I’ve only had to sharpen on a stone once and that was to get a sharper edge than what came from the factory.

Can digital multimeter measure temperature?

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You will need to set your multimeter to measure the correct units. To switch your multimeter between Fahrenheit and Celsius, you will need to use the range button. … At the end of this wire is a thermistor that the meter will use to measure temperature. Right now, the meter should be displaying the air temperature.

How do I identify my Delta Faucet model?

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The model number is on all packaging, some faucets, and all installation instructions provided with your faucet. On the packaging, look near the UPC code or the top of the box. On the faucet, a model identification tag has been attached to most models manufactured since 2012.

Is Magic Bullet good quality?

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It’s a high quality, great performing blender that makes a variety of foods and drinks quickly and easily. However, the Magic Bullet is still a great option. When you choose the best bullet blender for your kitchen, keep in mind your preference for power, capacity, speed and size.

How do I thicken apple butter?

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Apple Butter is best when it has a nice thick consistency. To thicken it, after you blend it in the blender, cook it in the slow cooker on HIGH uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring it every so often. It will thicken more as it cools.

Why was Robert Irvine Fired From Dinner Impossible?

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Dinner: Impossible was hosted by Chef Robert Irvine for four seasons. When “embellishments and inaccuracies in [Irvine’s] résumé” came to light in 2008, Food Network released Irvine from his contract and replaced him with Chef Michael Symon, who hosted the show for ten episodes beginning in mid-2008.