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.

How old is my Sunbeam Mixmaster?

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Look at the section of the mixer where the beaters are inserted. The model number should be engraved above the beater holes if the appliance was manufactured after 1970. The model is a three-letter code such as MMB.

What are the parts of pressure cooker?

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The pressure cooker has three major parts:The lid – where the valves and most of the safety systems reside;The base – where there is the logic and the heating; and.The inner pot – where the cooking happens.

Can I use a hand mixer instead of a stand mixer with paddle attachment?

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The hand mixer is the most important and easiest substitute for the paddle attachment. … The hand mixer is a fine substitute because it will help save time. It can be used in place of paddle attachment for mixing the cookie dough or cake batter. Even more, it can whip up the eggs, beat the butter, and mash the potatoes.

What is an appliance thermometer?

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Appliance thermometers are specially designed to measure the temperature of the air in either the refrigerator/freezer or the oven. Some refrigerator thermometers have long metal probes and are similar in appearance to food thermometers.

Is Cuisinart cast iron pan oven safe?

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Cast iron improves its solid reputation with Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Enameled Cast Iron cookware! Home chefs can explore different cooking methods – from searing or grilling in the pans to slow braising or simmering in the casseroles. … Versatility – Induction stovetop compatible – stovetop, oven, and broiler safe.

What is the best material for kitchen bench tops?

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11 of the best kitchen benchtop materialsSolid surface. … Stainless steel benchtops. … Polished concrete benchtops. … Marble benchtops. … Granite benchtops. Granite makes for an exquisite and enduring surface for your kitchen benchtop. … Porcelain benchtops. Artedomus. … Bamboo benchtops. Bunnings. … Ultra-compact surface benchtop. Dekton.

Can you knead pasta dough in a stand mixer?

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Add all the pasta ingredients to the bowl of your stand mixer. Using the dough hook, bring the ingredients together on the lowest setting. Then knead for about five minutes one or two setting faster, depending on your machine. Cover the bowl and leave the dough to rest for an hour.