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 vegetables can you grow together in a container?

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10 Vegetables That Grow Together In ContainersBasil and Tomatoes. Basil and Tomatoes are one of the most perfect pairs for companion planting. … Broccoli and Onion. … Carrot and Onion. … Pepper and basil. … Carrot and beans. … Lettuce and garlic. … Leeks and onion. … Cucumber and Radish.

Does vinegar tenderize collard greens?

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Does vinegar tenderize collard greens? the vinegar will help it tenderize. Add about 1/8 cup of vinegar per pot of greens. … I use about 1/4 cup of the broth and lay the hamhock and whole hot pepper laid on top.

What meats are good in a pressure cooker?

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Cooking beef in a pressure cookerBest cuts of beef to use: Chuck steak, Round Roast, Shoulder, Pot roast, Ribs, Brisket, Oxtail.Trickier cuts of beef to use: Eye round, Bottom round, Top round, Sirloin steak.

What kind of red wine do you use for mulled wine?

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The best red wine to use for mulled wine is Merlot, Zinfandel or Garnacha (also called Grenache). These wines are dark, fruity and full bodied, which means they can support all of the flavors we’ll be adding. Look for labels that describe the wine as “jammy” or with “notes of vanilla.”

What main dish goes good with cornbread?

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What To Serve With CornbreadHomemade Ground Beef Chili. … Easy Classic Meatloaf Without Bread Crumbs (Low Carb) … Slow Cooker Beans and Ham. … Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (from scratch!) … Classic Baked Dutch Oven Pot Roast Recipe. … Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Gravy. … Slow Cooker BBQ Beef. … Hamburger Vegetable Soup.

What food is good for bike touring?

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These are the most popular bike touring food items you’re likely to find in a long distance cyclist’s panniers, mine included:Peanut Butter.Pasta.Bananas (and other fresh fruits)Oats.Nuts (Trail Mix)Instant Noodles.Rice.Tinned Fish / Canned Meat.

What wood should I use for a cutting board?

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Dense hardwood lumber with a closed grain like maple, walnut and cherry are among the best cutting board materials. The choice of wood should be free of warps, have a flat surface and doesn’t have any blemishes or excessive knots on the surface. The ideal cutting board thickness should be 1 1/4 to 2 inches.

Which is the best Panini maker?

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Best Panini PressesBest Multitasker: Cuisinart Electric Griddler.Most Loved: George Foreman Panini Press.Best With Timer: OVENTE Panini Press Grill.Professional Grade: Waring Commercial Panini Perfetto.Best Budget: Dash Mini Maker.Best Griddle Style: IMUSA Stainless Steel Panini Press.