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.

Are GE oven heating elements Universal?

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This is a universal bake element that can be used on Ranges / Ovens / Stoves. Bake element can be used on some brands of GE Ranges / Oven / Stoves including: Hotpoint and other brands.

Is Lagostina a good brand?

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I have had Lagostina for more than 15 years and I always buy my new one the same brand. This particular set was gifted to a new couple and they loved it they have also taken a picture and put it on Facebook. so Lagostina is a great product! And above all very reliable.

What kitchen utensils does Nigella Lawson use?

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Saucepans. When it comes to saucepans (as well as oven trays), Lawson prefers a Finnish brand called Iittala Tools. “They are as sturdy as they are beautiful,” she explains. “They manage to combine a ’70s chunkiness with sleek elegance—they are a cook’s dream: They conduct heat excellently and wash up easily.”

Is Slow juicer good for carrots?

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Slow or masticating juicers may have a harder time juicing carrots but will indeed maximize the amount of nutrition left in the juice. A centrifugal machine is hands down the best juicer for carrots in terms of extraction. Carrots are hard dense vegetables and centrifugal juicers can rip through them with ease.

How do I rotate text on Brother P-Touch label maker?

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Do the following:Start P-touch Editor Lite.Input some text and insert an object. (In this example, using a picture from the Symbol function.)Select the object and right-click the mouse to choose [Rotate] – [90°].Adjust the object if needed.

Do window thermometers work?

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A window thermometer is a useful little device that gives you accurate temperature readings at a single glance. They are like normal thermometers with a window-sticking feature. These thermometers mostly have transparent backgrounds and make the outside temperature visible from the inside.

What can I use as a trivet in a pressure cooker?

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The old standby substitute for a trivet is the the metal lid of a large jar, but suitable substitutes can include stainless steel cookie cutters, a screen from the food mill, an upside down ceramic or stainless steel bowl, a steamer basket, and even a real trivet that is just the right size can go from the table and …