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.

Can you grill on foil trays?

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You can use aluminum foil pans for cooking meat or vegetables on a grill. Aluminum foil can also be used as a cover or seal on the grill as they hold up against the high heat. Nonetheless, aluminum foil pans of poor quality can end up getting burnt or developing holes.

How big should Refrigerator pull be?

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Pulls 3-7 inches in length will sit the most comfortably on doors less than 24 inches tall. Cabinet doors 24-36 inches tall are best adorned with pulls 7-12 inches long, while cabinets taller than 36 inches such as pantries, built-in appliances and pullouts should be accompanied by pulls longer than 12 inches.

What are the parts of a pencil sharpener?

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Typical electric pencil sharpeners include an electric motor, a speed reducing gear train, a multi-piece cutter assembly, a pencil size selector guide and/or a pencil alignment device, and a switch for activating the motor, e.g. upon insertion of a pencil.