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 size Pyrex dish is 2 quarts?

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Compare with similar itemsThis item Pyrex, Clear Basics 2 Quart Glass Oblong Baking Dish, 11.1 in. x 7.1 in. x 1.7Pyrex Basics 2 Quart Glass Oblong Baking Dish with Red Plastic Lid – 7 inch x 11 Inch by PyrexColorClearRedItem Dimensions12.88 x 7.63 x 2 inches13.19 x 8.19 x 2.4 inchesMaterialGlassGlass, Plastic

What wine should you use for mulled wine?

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The best red wine to use for mulled wine is Merlot, Zinfandel or Garnacha (also called Grenache). These wines are dark, fruity and full bodied, which means they can support all of the flavors we’ll be adding. Look for labels that describe the wine as “jammy” or with “notes of vanilla.”

What are the parts of can opener?

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Parts of a Can OpenerBase or Handle. In manual, hand-held can openers, the handle allows the operator to keep the can steady with one hand by squeezing the handles together, so that the other hand can operate the crank. … Crank. … Circular Knife or Blade. … Knife Holder. … Gear or Feed Gear. … Motor. … Lid Magnet.

Is Sabatier a good brand of knives?

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Sabatier is a well-known French brand in the cutlery world. This brand has become known for producing highly durable knives made with carbon steel. Being made with such a piece of material, knives under the Sabatier brand tend to be very sturdy and sharp-edged.

How long does fresh fries take in air fryer?

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Toss the fries with the oil in a medium bowl, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper. Working in batches if necessary, put the fries in an even layer in the air fryer basket with no overlapping and cook, turning them halfway through, until golden brown and crisp, 14 to 16 minutes.

Are KitchenAid hand mixers worth it?

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The short answer is yes. KitchenAid mixers are worth it because they do so much more than mix; they shred, grind, whip, knead, and mash. With the plethora of attachments available, you can use them to make pasta, mix ice cream, stuff sausages, juice fruits and vegetables, and more.

How do you use a Corning Ware coffee pot?

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Secure the lid and place the percolator on your stovetop burner. Set the burner heat or flame to High. Heat until the coffee begins to perk, and then reduce the heat to Medium High. Allow the coffee to perk for no longer than eight minutes to avoid bitterness.

Do local fire departments give out free smoke detectors?

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Alarm type and cost Some fire departments offer reduced-price, or even free, smoke alarms. Contact your local fire department’s non-emergency phone number for more information. Smoke alarms are powered by battery or by your home’s electrical system.

Can you use muffin pan for donuts?

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Baking doughnuts instead of frying eliminates the oily mess and reduces the amount of fat. Unless you bake doughnuts regularly, there’s no need for a specialty pan—a muffin pan will do. Just use balls of tinfoil or marbles to shape the holes, or cut the holes out after baking.