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.

Why does my water heater sound like water is running?

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If there’s a leak from the pipe, it will give a running water sound that indicates water draining from the water heater. … Meanwhile, it can also be caused by broken pipes connected to the house. Check out the pipe in the house, including the toilet if there is overflow that is causing water heater noise.

How do I cook a roast without a roasting pan?

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What Can You Use Instead of a Roasting Pan?Use a high-sided casserole dish fitted with a rack and get a similar effect.A large skillet.A rimmed baking sheet.And if it’s a large, heavy piece of meat you’re roasting, do not use those disposable “roasting” pans. They are too lightweight and do not conduct heat properly.

Is Viking Range worth the money?

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As you can read above, Viking ranges are absolutely worth the money. They’re an industry leader in the field and have been for many years with good reason. And while they are on average more expensive than the standard ranges, you won’t regret the price once you experience the performance.

Does magimix have a juicer?

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This is a quality centrifugal juicer which is also supplied with a citrus press hence the “Le Duo” two function, but also now also comes with the innovative smoothie maker, getting even more yield from fruit and vegetables. …

Is there a smart coffee maker?

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Keurig K-Supreme Plus Smart Coffee Maker The K-Supreme Plus Smart lets you customize exactly how you brew each cup, with an app that provides individual sliders for strength and temperature. It works with Amazon Alexa, and more importantly, it works with Keurig’s reusable filter pod so you can use your own beans.

How long do drumsticks take to air fry?

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Air fry the chicken. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip them over and continue cooking for another 10 minutes. If you like the chicken to have crispy skin, and the drumsticks are not crispy enough, cook for an additional 5 minutes or until it’s to your liking, just keep an eye on them not to burn.

Is a 9 quart Dutch oven too big?

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If you’re often cooking for a big crowd, then a 9-quart is a good size for you. A large deep casserole, like this Le Creuset Dutch oven, is great for big batches of soup, making homemade chicken stock and dishes with a lot of liquid like this Beef Stew in Red Wine Sauce.