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.

What is best to clean a fish tank?

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You should simply clean the aquarium with hot water. If you wish, you can mix some non-iodized salt in the water you are using to clean the tank. You may want to use a clean razor blade to scrape off any algae or calcium clusters which you can’t remove from the glass with water alone.

What is a good draw weight for a bow?

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Today’s bows are extremely efficient and 40lb compound bows are more than capable of harvesting many big game animals. For whitetail deer hunting anything above 40 lbs is fine. For larger game such as elk or moose a good recommendation is at least 60-65 lbs of draw weight.

Are Taylor thermometers good?

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The Taylor was very accurate in ice and the most accurate oven thermometer in boiling water tests, where accuracy matters most for roasting and baking. … Taylor makes thermometers of nearly every size and type, but this easy-to-use magnetic model is perfect for checking on roasts or other oven duties.

Can you use aluminum foil on battery terminals?

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Revive a Dead Battery Terminal Repairing a broken battery terminal with aluminum foil is simple and can keep a dead piece of electronics from the trash. … It should complete the circuit and bring your battery-operated electronics equipment back to life.

Is fusion juicer any good?

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5.0 out of 5 stars Phenomenal Juicer!!! Before buying this juicer we researched many different juicers, we watched all the videos until be made the decision to purchase the fusion juicer. I works great, its fast and easy to clean! I am recommending this juicer to everyone I know!!

Is the Cuisinart mixer any good?

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The Cuisinart Precision Master 5.5-Quart Stand Mixer proved in our tests that it is a kitchen workhorse that can blend, whip and knead with the best mixers on the market. It comes with a big and durable stainless steel bowl, three attachments and the option to buy four others for other cooking tasks.

What is beef shoulder roast good for?

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This large primal comes from the shoulder area and yields cuts known for their rich, beefy flavor. Features roasts ideal for slow-cooking as well as more tender, grill-ready cuts such as the Flat Iron Steak.