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 is the healthiest way to eat salmon?

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One study found that baked salmon retained all its vitamin D, whereas fried salmon lost around 50% of this important vitamin ( 49 ). For these reasons, oven-baking is considered a healthy way to cook fish.

What goes in a kitchen compost bin?

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Compost-safe materials include green matter such as raw fruits and vegetables (flesh and peels), houseplants, grass clippings, coffee grounds, and tea leaves, along with brown matter such as nut shells, pulverized egg shells, coffee filters, tea bags, dead leaves, small twigs, hay, straw, wood chips, cardboard, …

Do you need a rolling pin cover for lefse?

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You’ll want to prep your rolling pin cover with flour between rolling your lefse rounds to prevent sticking. … Most lefse bakers use the pin covers like disposables because once the dough gets into the cloth it is difficult to launder it out.

Can you use parchment paper in Cuisinart air fryer toaster oven?

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Yes, you can put aluminum foil and parchment paper into most air fryers. However, you have to place them in the correct place. If you don’t, there can be some very adverse side effects for you and your fryer. You’ll also want to think about what benefits using these in your appliance brings to your cooking experience.

Who makes the best two slice toaster?

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These are the best two-slice toasters we tested ranked, in order:Breville Die-Cast 2-Slice Smart Toaster.Cuisinart 2 Slice Compact Plastic Toaster.Oster Black Stainless Collection 2-Slice Toaster.Zwilling 2-Slice Toaster.Revolution Cooking R180 2-Slice High-Speed Toaster.KitchenAid 2-Slice Toaster with High Lift Lever.

Is it safe to put a saucepan in the oven?

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1. Oven-Proof Materials. Stove- and oven-safe skillets are made of cast iron, stainless steel, copper, aluminum, ceramic, or a combination of these materials. To be safely used in an oven, all components of the pan must be oven-proof.