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 size is a 8 by 4 pan?

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Baking Pan SizesApproximate Pan Dimensions (inches)Approximate Volume (cups)Approximate Pan Dimensions (centimeters) (cm)8 x 4 x 2 1/2 in.4 cups20 x 10 x 6 cm8 1/2×4 1/2×2 1/26 cups21 x 11 x 6 cm9 x 5 x 3 inches8 cups23 x 13 x 8 cmMuffinMuffin

What can you use instead of a springform pan?

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If your recipe calls for a 10-inch springform pan, a 9×13 pan, 9-inch tube pan or 10-inch Bundt cake pan would be good substitutes. You can also use multiple pans for the batter, though you’ll need to double the crust. Two deep-dish pie plates, 9-inch cake pans or 8×4-inch loaf pans would all work well.

What is a drop down hinge?

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Vertical Dropdown Lid Hinges are hinges that are used for items in which the lid is vertical when closed, and drops down to open. They are commonly used for cabinet fronts.

Can kitchen cabinets be freestanding?

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Freestanding cabinets offer several advantages in a kitchen: Classic style. Most homeowners choose freestanding cabinets because they want their cabinets to impart a traditional style.

How do you sharpen a benriner mandoline?

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The Benriner blades are super easy to sharpen. Lay down the large bevel flat on whatever coarse stone you have, grind until you have a burr, move up to a middle grit stone to polish and finish the cutting bevel, deburr with proto-uraoshi sharpening by flipping the blade and laying it flat on the stone.

What pressure cooker is made in USA?

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The Mirro Pressure Cookers works well with small and medium size kitchens. We also offer All American Pressure Cookers from Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry that are made in the USA. These Cookers are more commonly known as the All American Pressure Cookers.

What is the best coffee grinder for home use Australia?

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The best coffee grinders in AustraliaBest overall coffee grinder: Breville The Smart Grinder Pro.Best hand coffee grinder: Hario MSCS-2TB Ceramic Coffee Mill Skerton Hand Grinder.Best budget coffee grinder: Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder.