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 type of mixing bowls are best for baking?

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Stainless steel is the most versatile mixing bowl material because it can be used for nearly every cooking method except microwaving. The standard in professional kitchens, stainless steel bowls come in the widest variety of shapes and sizes.

What is the best size food processor to get?

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14–16 cup food processors are best for: Processing larger foods with a wider feed tube. Making large batches of recipes ranging from dips, sauces, soups, fillings and so much more to feed a crowd, store for later or give as gifts.

Which measuring cups are the most accurate?

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The Winner, at a Glance The most accurate set tested, the Norpro Grip-Ez Stainless Steel Measuring Cups have shovel-shaped bowls that dig into packed brown sugar and flour easily. The five-piece set includes a 1/8-cup measure, and the cups have welded-on handles covered in a comfortable nonslip rubber grip.

Is it okay to boil a grinder?

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Just bring it to a very mild boil, and keep a watchful eye on it so that it doesn’t get out of control. For optimal results, you’ll want to let your grinder bubble in the milk bath for about 20 minutes.

How long does it take to roast almonds in the oven?

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Roasting Almonds in the Oven Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a large, lightly colored baking sheet with parchment paper. Place almonds in a single layer on the sheet. Roast whole almonds in preheated oven for 9-12 minutes, sliced almonds for 6-8 minutes, and slivered almonds for 7-9 minutes.

How much does it cost to operate a tankless water heater?

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The annual operating costs for electric water heaters averages about $75 for the lowest capacities to more than $300 per year for whole-house electric tankless water heaters. Gas water heaters cost approximately $200 to $600 per year to operate based on their size and efficiency.

What is the difference between a breakfast casserole and a quiche?

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is that quiche is a pie made primarily of eggs and cream in a pastry crust other ingredients such as chopped meat or vegetables are often added to the eggs before the quiche is baked while casserole is a dish of glass or earthenware, with a lid, in which food is baked and sometimes served.