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.

Can casserole be cold?

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Terri O’Briant shared her recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole. It is a recipe that she and her family enjoy for all the holidays and in-between. If there are leftovers, O’Briant says she enjoys eating it cold.

Where are Blender render settings?

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The Render Settings Open up a new scene (CTRL + N) and click on the camera icon in the Properties window to get to the rendering context. You should see something that looks like the image on the left. These are the default settings for Blender Internal.

How do I know if Tupperware is microwave safe?

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Check the bottom of the container for a symbol. Microwave safe is usually a microwave with some wavy lines on it. If they container has a #5 on it, it is made from polypropylene, PP, so it is generally considered microwave safe.

Is Teflon skillet safe?

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Nonstick cookware is found in many kitchens worldwide. The nonstick coating is made from a chemical called PTFE, also known as Teflon, which makes cooking and washing up fast and easy. … Today’s nonstick and Teflon cookware is completely safe for normal home cooking, as long as temperatures do not exceed 570°F (300°C).

Which is better a toaster oven or convection oven?

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Toaster ovens tend to work more like traditional ovens, while convection ovens have the addition of a fan to circulate the hot air. Generally, convection ovens are better for full-scale cooking and toaster ovens are better for heating or browning foods.

Is KitchenAid peeler good?

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This peeler is very easy to hold and it just slides smoothly through the potato skin as I peel the potatoes. It doesn’t get stuck in the vegetable meat and is very easy to clean. If you do a lot of peeling, as I do, you want a peeler this easy to use and that is so affordable.

What can muffin tins be used for?

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Here are a few creative uses for muffin tins that can help you save time, prepare meals, and even organize your craft room and office.Freeze Soup. … Bake Mini Bread Bowls. … Freeze Milk. … Serve Brunch. … Make Oversized Ice Cubes. … Bake Mini Meatloaves. … Freeze Oatmeal (Yes, you read that right!) … Related: Cinnamon Rolls.

Why use a trivet in a pressure cooker?

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The pressure cooker trivet is a raised steam rack that sits in the Instant Pot inner pot and serves to elevate foods above the liquid. … The handles help you lift the trivet out of the inner pot easily. If you have one without handles, I recommend that you purchase a trivet with handles.