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.

Can you put kitchen extractor filters in the dishwasher?

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Your cooker hood’s grease filter traps grease from cooking before it contaminates your cooker hood. … Re-usable cooker hood grease filters made from metal or ceramic can be both hands washed and run through the dishwasher. These filters should be washed every 4-8 weeks to prevent grease build-up.

How long does it take to cook ham in a pressure cooker?

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Fix the lid on the pressure cooker and place over a high heat until it reaches pressure. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 45 minutes for a 1.4kg/3lb 2oz ham (30 minutes per kg). (If using an electric pressure cooker, use the high pressure setting for 45 minutes.)

What are the 4 types of food storage?

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Generally speaking, there are four main types of food storage to mix-and-match in your supply: dry staples, freeze dried, dehydrated and canned. Each has pros and cons, but here are the basics.

What does the Royal Horticultural Society do?

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The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Our goal is to help people share a passion for plants, to encourage excellence in horticulture and inspire all those with an interest in gardening.

What are the top 10 Thanksgiving side dishes?

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Top 10 Must-Have Thanksgiving Side DishesHoliday Stuffing. This easy recipe for Holiday Stuffing is our number one must-have Thanksgiving side dish!Best Mashed Potatoes Ever. … New Green Bean Casserole. … Sweet Potato Casserole. … Baked Cranberry Sauce. … Cauliflower Blossom. … Butternut Squash Mash. … Creamy Corn for a Crowd. …

What can I do with old built in cutting boards?

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Below are several artistic ways to keep old cutting boards out of the landfills, while gaining an artistic décor item.Chalk cutting board. … Stenciled board. … Stenciled board with picture. … Cutting boards gone clipboards. … Breadboard shelf. … Chalkboard, whole. … Repurposed cutting board collection. … Cutting board kitchen signs.

Is Brushed nickel hardware out of style?

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You may be wondering if brushed nickel is going out of style. While it’s not considered trendy anymore, it is a hardware finish that looks good in most spaces, is affordable and widely available. There’s nothing wrong with it, so if you like it, ignore what the trends say!

Which brand is best for stainless steel utensils?

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Make some room for these stunning cookware picks for your kitchen.Meyer Stainless Steel Cookware Set. … HTY Stainless Steel Handi Set. … Vinod Stainless Steel Steamer. … Hawkins Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Frying Pan. … Hawkins Stainless Steel Induction Compatible TPan. … Hawkins Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Patila.

Can I put frozen chicken in the crockpot?

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It all comes down to the temperature and the timing. “It is safe to cook a frozen chicken in a slow cooker,” Quin Patton, a food scientist formerly with PepsiCo, told TODAY. “You just need to make sure the internal temperature gets up to 165 degrees at some point during the cooking process.”