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.

Is it safe to use aluminum foil on a grill?

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This is a major NO-NO. Laying the foil on the grates can restrict the intended air flow inside the grill, which could lead to damage of the internal components, not to mention create a dangerous situation.

What can I use instead of a mandolin slicer?

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4 Ways to Shave Vegetables Without a MandolineVegetable Peeler. This option will give you vegetable shapes that most resemble those you’ll get from a mandoline. … Cheese Planer. … Knife. … Food Processor.

Which cold press juicer is best?

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Best cold press juicer 2021Hurom HP Slow Juicer. The best cold press juicer you can buy. … NutriBullet Slow Juicer. … Hurom H-AA Slow Juicer. … Ninja Cold Press Pro. … Kuvings EVO820. … Aicok Slow Masticating juicer. … Omega Juice Extractor and Nutrition Center NC900HDC. … Kuvings Whole Slow Juicer Elite C7000S.

Can you bake on oven toaster?

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Whether it’s too hot to use your regular oven or you’re looking for a solution for small-batch cooking and baking, your toaster oven is up to the task. Sure, it’s great for making toast but it can also cook meat, bake pastries and roast veggies.

What is a hand blender called?

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: a handheld electric appliance for blending or grinding food with a protected blade that can be submerged in the food being processed. — called also hand blender, stick blender.

Is it OK to store dog food in plastic container?

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Airtight Dog Food Storage Containers “So, kibble needs to be kept in an airtight container.” When it comes to the type of dog food containers you should use, Dr. Nelson says “Plastic or stainless steel containers are fine for storing kibble as long as they are airtight.”

What are rubber jar openers called?

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You’re trying to unscrew the stubborn lid on a jar of pickles and ask someone to hand you that flat, round, rubber thing that helps you get it open. What do you call it? In a discussion on our Facebook group, listeners share several names, including rubber husband, second husband, rubber grippy thing, and round tuit.

How much does a crossfire smoke detector cost?

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Crossfire installations cost between $1500 and $7000 per home. Basic photoelectric smoke detectors with sealed-in lithium batteries that should last 10 years are readily available at most hardware stores for about $20.