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 you make a kitchen sustainable?

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8 Easy Ways to Achieve a Sustainable KitchenUse Biodegradable Items. … Recycle and Compost. … Practice Eco-Friendly Clean-Up. … Invest in Energy Star Appliances. … Invest in Stainless Steel Tools. … Use LED Lighting. … Use Reusable Kitchen Towels. … Use Glass Storage Containers.

Is it better to boil or roast carrots?

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What is this? The secret to making cooked carrots is to roast them. Roasting vegetables makes the flavor just so much better and enhanced than boiling them. It’s hard to over cook a roasted vegetable: if it gets too done it’s clearly burned.

How much do cutting boards cost?

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Natural boards (one single board, finished for use) are priced starting at $25/BF. Flat grain boards are priced starting at $32/BF. Edge grain boards are priced starting at $37/BF. End grain boards are priced starting at $47.50/BF.

Is Wedgewood china worth anything?

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How Much Is Wedgwood China Worth? You can find some newer, less collectible Wedgewood pieces for under $10, but the most desirable items sell for hundreds or thousands.

What is the best juicer smoothie maker on the market?

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Best Overall: Breville BJB840XL Dual-Purpose Juicer and Blender. … Best in Technology: Ninja IV701 Blender Vacuum Duo. … Most Budget-Friendly: Cuisinart CPB-380 Hurricane Compact Juicing Blender. … Most Compact: Nutribullet ZNBF30500Z Juicer Blender Combo. … Best Use for Citrus: Juiceman JM3000 3-in-1 Total Electric Juicer.

What is garlic press made of?

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The body is made out of BPA-free nylon plastic, with a light texture for easy grip. The chamber, or “basket,” is made out of stainless steel, with the ability to hold several garlic cloves at once. This garlic press employs a twisting action in which both handles move towards each other to press the garlic.

Do you throw away chopsticks?

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If you notice your chopsticks are starting to splint, throw them away but if you want them you longer, smoothen them out with sandpaper. It is an affordable alternative to buying new ones. Always keep 100, 200, and 400 grit sandpapers in your house or restaurant for a quick fix.

Is Morphy Richards a Chinese brand?

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Morphy Richards is a British brand of electrical appliances headquartered in Swinton, in South Yorkshire, England. Its products were formerly made at its historic home of Mexborough, and in other facilities across the United Kingdom. However, since the 1990s, all of its manufacturing is now carried out in the Far East.