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 meant by color coding of kitchen equipment?

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Red kitchen equipment is used for raw meat. Blue kitchen equipment is used for raw fish. Yellow kitchen equipment is used for cooked meats. Green kitchen equipment is used for salads and fruits. Brown kitchen equipment is used for vegetables.

What tools are needed to make guacamole?

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Up your guacamole game with these 5 kitchen gadgetsA molcajete. Traditionally, guacamole is made in a molcajete, a type of stone mortar and pestle that’s been used in Mexico for thousands of years. … A food processor. … A citrus juicer. … An avocado pit remover. … The right storage container.

Will any remote work with a garage door opener?

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In most cases, a universal remote should work with the most popular brands of openers on the market. The packaging will often provide information as to which brands and models it will work with. However, there may also be cases when a universal garage door remote will not work with a certain door.

What is a clever cutter used for?

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It’s billed as a knife and cutting board all in one that will quickly and safely chop and slice your favorite foods. The commercial says, “Unlike scissors, the Clever Cutter’s secret is the power pressure handles that automatically open for quicker, easier slicing to cut through food fast.”

Why is polypropylene used for cutlery?

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Polypropylene is the most flexible plastic cutlery option. It can withstand the most twisting and bending before breaking. Polypropylene has a heat tolerance of 250℉* before distortion. Polypropylene cutlery is available in light weight, medium weight, and heavy weight, as well as various lengths and sizes.

Is Lodge cast iron worth it?

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If you want to deep-fry and don’t mind doing a little heavy lifting, we think the Lodge Pre-Seasoned 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet is an excellent choice. It seared steak, fried eggs, and released cornbread well in our tests.

Is titanium ceramic cookware safe?

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When it comes to kitchen equipment that we use daily, it’s important to know if your favorite cookware pieces are safe or not. The short answer is yes, ceramic titanium cookware is safe.