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 the fastest way to clean a candle jar?

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Boil enough water to fill the candle jar, then pour into the container, leaving an inch of space at the top. The water will melt the candle wax, causing it to float to the surface of the container. Let cool completely before removing the wax. With your sink drain stopped, strain the water and remaining candle bits.

Do microfiber towels really work?

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“A high quality microfiber towel will absorb spills, rather than push it around the surface.” Microfiber is more absorbent than cotton for many reasons. With that being said not all microfiber towels are created equal! Higher quality towels should dry and clean up spills both better and faster than lower quality ones.

What size are commercial trash cans?

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Commercial Trash Dumpster SizesFront Load SizeAverage CapacityTypical Dimensions6 Yard72 kitchen-sized trash bags, 1,200-pound weight limit6 feet long x 5 feet wide x 6 feet tall8 Yard96 kitchen-sized trash bags, 1,600-pound weight limit6 feet long x 6 feet wide x 7 feet tall

Can you convert a hand mixer to a stand mixer?

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Another setting you’ll have to change is the speed. Stand mixers have more power and require lower speeds compared to hand mixers. So, when converting a hand mixer recipe to a stand mixer, remember to lower the speed so you don’t overmix or whip ingredients right out of the bowl.

How do I make a CD label?

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How to create CD label using PhotoshopStep 1: Look for the background picture. … Step 2: Open the picture in Photoshop.Step 3: Resize the picture. … Step 4: Download and open the artwork template. … Step 5: Copy and paste the template over the background picture.Step 6: Adjust the Opacity of template layer.

What is a good electric wine bottle opener?

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The 8 Best Electric Wine Bottle Openers That’ll Make Life A Little Easier Cuisinart Vacuum Sealer Cordless Wine Opener. … Secura Electric Wine Opener. … Ozeri Nouveaux Electric Wine Opener. … Oster Electric Wine Opener. … iTronics IC700 Electric Wine Opener. … Flauno Electric Wine Opener Set.