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 Cuisinart toasters good?

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For the best 4-slice toaster, we recommend the Cuisinart – CPT-440, which is especially good for toasting multiple batches back-to-back. If you’re looking for more bang for your buck, the best value 4-slice toaster is the Cuisinart – CPT-180 Classic.

What are hand blenders used for?

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A hand blender is one kitchen appliance that makes your work easy. The small and portable appliance can be used for making purees, milkshakes, smoothies and chutneys. However, just like any other kitchen appliance, hand blenders too need proper handling.

How long do you cook pork at 350?

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DirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).Place pork chops in a baking pan. Spread 1 teaspoon of butter over each chop, then spread 1 teaspoon of mayonnaise over butter. … Bake 35 minutes in preheated oven, or until the internal temperature of the chops has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

What is a long thin spatula called?

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Slotted spatulas have long slits that work great for handling delicate foods, like latkes and crepes. … Fish spatulas are a very specific slotted type with extra-long slots and a thin, slightly curved surface that helps you turn flaky fish like a pro.

What can I do with a mortar and pestle?

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They’re not just decorative—they’re my favorite kitchen tool. The mortar and pestle works faster than a knife to crush nuts, pound garlic into a paste, smash ginger or chiles to infuse flavor, or grind whole spices into powders. I’ve used one in every kitchen I’ve worked in.

How do you strain juice with a blender?

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So it’s really as simple as it sounds: Add veggies/fruit to your blender with some water and blend together. You need to add the water to get the veggies going. You’ll then strain the mixture through some cheesecloth to remove the pulp and then BAM you’ve got green juice.