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 a gratin baking dish?

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A type of bakeware that is used to make the traditional French food known as a Gratiné or Gratin, which is prepared with a brown crispy crust over the surface of the food. … Although the oval shape is the most common, a Gratiné may also be made in a round Gratiné Pan as well as a rectangular pan.

What do you cook in a sauté pan?

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Also known as a sauté pan, the deep skillet falls right between a frying pan and a saucepan. The higher sides allow for added liquid to be reduced, which makes deep skillets great for braising chicken legs or collard greens, preparing a curry or cooking up a chutney.

Are Cutco scissors worth it?

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Shears Ever!! Love these scissors and would recommend because they last forever–just don’t lose them or you will be lost without them! With a quick twist of your wrist, they come apart for easy cleaning and can be put in the dishwasher (points down, of course!).

How many coals do I need for a 350 Dutch oven?

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So a 12-inch Dutch oven would have 15 coals on top and nine coals on the bottom. This will give you a 350 degree cooking temperature, which many recipes call for. It does not have to be precise! Outdoor temperatures will vary coal amounts and timing.

What is an escargot dish called?

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Escargots Bourguignonne is a traditional French dish originating from Burgundy. The dish consists of snails that are baked with garlic and butter. If using fresh snails, they should be blanched in boiling water and rinsed in clear water.

How do you store food when camping in bear country?

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Place containers on flat, level ground 100 feet or more from your campsite. Do NOT place containers near cliffs or any water source, as a bear may knock the container around or roll it down a hill trying to open it. Do NOT attach anything to containers. Ropes attached to containers enable a bear to carry it away.

How long should you braise chicken?

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Add soy sauce, water, and sugar, and bring to a boil. Nestle chicken skin-side up in skillet, tucking it between the shallots. Transfer skillet to middle rack of oven and braise chicken uncovered for about 35 minutes, until cooked through.