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.

Do you cook a stuffed turkey at 325 or 350?

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For a 28-30 lb turkey (weight with giblets): Bake in a 325° oven for 3 1/2-4 1/2 hr. Times are for unstuffed birds. A stuffed bird may cook at the same rate as an unstuffed one; however, be prepared to allow 30 to 50 minutes longer.

What is the largest cup size food processor?

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The Breville sous chef comes with a 1,200-watt motor, which is strong enough to cut through even the densest of foods, fresh or frozen. With a 16-cup bowl, it is also the largest-capacity food processor on the list.

Are Shun knives on Amazon real?

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All Shun knives are handcrafted by artisans in our factory in Seki City, Japan. The wooden saya (or sheath) that comes with this Shun Blue Kiritsuke is made in China and we acknowledge that with a sticker on the protective wrapping of the saya. Look at the knife – should state ‘Handcrafted in Japan. ‘

Can you use paper towel on induction cooktop?

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You can use paper towels to wipe an induction hob, but you don’t need one to protect the cooktop during cooking. Induction hobs are designed to be used. … You should, of course, clean up spills and avoid scratching the cooktop.

Can you overcook topside in a slow cooker?

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It is possible to overcook meat in a slow cooker just like traditional cooking. Tough cuts which have more connective tissue need longer to tenderize than delicate, leaner cuts, but even these cuts will become stringy and dry out eventually.

Why is there a shortage of canning jars?

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Due to diminished relationships with international recyclers, aluminum supply is at an all-time low. Many manufacturers switched from aluminum cans to preserving their goods in glass mason jars.

What can I use if I don’t have an ice cream maker?

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You fill a large plastic bag with ice and salt, and then put a smaller bag inside with a cup of ice cream mix. … If you just throw ice cream mix into the freezer you’ll have a solid block of icy dairy — not very scoopable or fun to eat. You have to prevent large ice crystals from forming while freezing the mix.