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 a solid-state temperature sensor?

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A solid state temperature sensor uses the PN junction of a diode to measure temperature. In a similar manner to a thermocouple, a voltage is developed across this junction and is measured. This voltage changes predictably according to the temperature of the junction.

What are foil scissors used for?

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Perfectly cut pattern pieces using Foil Shears. These three-bladed pattern shears remove the same amount of paper as the thickness of your lead or foil. You get a precisely cut pattern, eliminating grinding time.

Which cookware brand is best?

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The 14 Best Cookware Brands at a Glance:Millennial Approved: Caraway.Best for First Kitchens: OXO.Best Carbon Steel: Misen.Best Nontoxic: GreenPan.Best Stainless: All-Clad.Best Cast Iron: Lodge.The Instant Heirloom: Le Creuset.Best Dutch Ovens: Staub.

Can I use a roasting pan on an induction hob?

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With the right accessories, a roasting pan for an induction hob can actually be used to roast directly on the hob. However, most chefs use a roasting pan in the oven and then finish off the gravy on the hob. But you can sear the meat directly on the hob and then transfer the roasting pan and the meat into the oven.

How do you cook frozen taquitos in an Airfryer?

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How to Make Air Fryer Frozen TaquitosPreheat your air fryer to 400 degrees.Place the frozen taquitos in the air fryer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until fully heated.Remove the taquitos from the air fryer and enjoy!

How do you hang garland on a kitchen window?

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The easiest way to hang this is with a few nails hammered into the frame above my windows. In order to keep the garland in place, I wrapped pieces of it around those nails. The great benefit of faux greenery is the wire that allows you to bend and twist it in all different directions.

What is power free blender?

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About the Product. Anjali Power freehand blender beating is perfect to blend or beat cream, eggs, tomato soup, dal etc. It can be used for churring milkshake, lassi, buttermilk etc. It has smoothly rotating gears, enclosed for protection and easy clean-up with non-slip grips on turning a knob and contoured handle.