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 can you do with KitchenAid mini food processor?

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Quickly chop, mix and purée The multipurpose stainless steel blade on our mini food chopper can chop fruits and vegetables, nuts and boiled pulses, as well as mince parsley, chives or garlic. You can also throw in cooked fruit and veggies to create an instant purée.

Can I use food processor to chop carrots?

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Sizemore says food processors are great for chopping, from coarsely broken up to finely chopped. She suggests putting them to work on firm vegetables such as carrots, onions, celery, root vegetables and winter squash.

Can you heat a fully cooked ham in the slow cooker?

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The FDA recommends reheating a fully-cooked ham to 140°F. So depending on how hot your crockpot runs, a very small ham may reach that point within 2 to 3 hours set on low. A large ham should be to that temperature by 4 to 6 hours on low.

Which toasters have the widest slots?

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The Top 5 Wide Slot Toasters in 2021Toaster NameWeightTemp. ControlKitchenAid 4 Slice Long Slot Toaster, Contour Silver6.2 lbsYesBLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Extra-Wide Slot Toaster7 lbsYesBLACK+DECKER 2-Slice Extra-Wide Slot Toaster3.45 lbsYesDash Extra Wide Slot Toaster, White4.4 lbsYes

What happens when you wrap your feet in aluminum foil for 1 hour?

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Just wrap your feet in 5-7 sheets of aluminum foil and leave it like that for about 1 hour. The paper has anti-inflammatory properties and can help you alleviate some of the symptoms of a cold. Let your feet breathe for 2 hours and repeat the process. You will notice improvement in a couple of days.

Is brass good for kitchen faucet?

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Brass is by far the best material to invest in. Ideally, both the body and the controls of the faucet should be made of brass. In terms of finish, brushed nickel is exceptionally robust. An additional coating with a material like titanium prevents scratches and tarnishing.

Is there such a thing as a portable water heater?

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Portable water heaters use different fuels. However, the tankless models typically heat water using natural gas or liquid propane. It is still possible to find portable water heaters that run on electric power. This water heater type is easier to install but can cost you more money in the long term.

Are stainless steel utensils microwave safe?

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If it’s made from stainless steel, don’t nuke it. The stainless steel will block the heat from warming your coffee or tea and can damage your microwave. If it’s plastic, check the bottom of the mug to see if it’s marked as microwave safe.