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.

How do I make a kitchen helper resume?

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Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.Wash, peel and/or cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.

How do you analyze dietary intake?

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Dietary intake can be assessed by objective observation using a duplicate diet approach or food consumption record by a trained research staff. The duplicate diet method collects duplicate samples of a subject’s normal diet, and then analyzes it to estimate potential dietary exposures.

How long does it take to poach a turkey?

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All of these will season the turkey as it poaches, making it more flavorful to eat. Bring the water to a gentle boil, add the turkey breast, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight fitting lid, and poach for 25-30 minutes until the turkey is cooked through.

How do you clean copper utensil and brass?

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Steps to Clean the Utensils:Immerse the utensils in one of the above acidic food items.Allow the piece to soak for 2 hours.Remove the brass piece and wash it with the mild liquid dish soap.Use a soft brush or old toothbrush to scrub any hard to reach spaces.Rinse completely with water.Dry with a soft cloth.

How do you measure bread in cups?

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When you’re ready to measure, use a fork (first choice), spoon, or scoop to stir the flour. Then lightly spoon the flour into your measuring cup. After experimenting, I found that using a fork to fill a measuring cup results in the most accurate measurement even if it takes a little longer.

What are small rolling pins for?

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A shorter and thinner rolling pin makes a huge difference. The main improvement was in the handling—it gave me so much more control over rolling than an unwieldy large rolling pin and made it easier to maneuver with one hand, freeing the other hand to turn the dough.

What is the best thermometer to use in a smoker?

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The 6 Best Smoker Thermometers Reviewed for 2022Best Overall – Thermoworks Smoke BBQ Alarm Thermometer. … Best for enthusiasts – Tie between ThermoWorks Signals / Smoke X4. … Best Option Budget – ThermoPro TP20 Wireless Meat Thermometer. … Best for Controlling your Smoker – FireBoard 2 Drive Smart Thermometer.