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 I use instead of an immersion heater?

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Boiler. It’s generally considered to be a lot cheaper to heat water using gas rather than electricity. For this reason, and if you’re able to, installing a gas boiler may well be cheaper than using an immersion heater every day.

What is the highest watt KitchenAid mixer?

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With a 1.3 hp, 500-Watt DC motor, the Commercial 8-Quart is the most powerful KitchenAid stand mixer currently available. This machine also has the largest holding capacity of any mixer and has the ability to make up to 15 dozen cookies or half a dozen cakes in a single mix.

How do you cook at bone in a cast iron skillet?

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The Best Way to Cook T-Bone Steak Sear T-bone steaks for 2 minutes per side on the stovetop in a cast iron skillet on high heat with butter or oil, and then immediately transfer to a preheated oven at 415° F. Bake for 3-4 minutes for medium-rare.

What is the best product to clean oven?

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The best oven cleaners to buyOven Mate Complete Deep Clean Oven Kit: Best all-in-one cleaning kit. … Oven Pride: Best budget oven-cleaning set. … Oven Brite: An even cheaper alternative for easy cleaning on a budget. … Astonish Specialist Oven & Grill Cleaner: Tackles lightly soiled ovens inside and out.

Is 12mm laminate flooring good?

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Laminate flooring should be between 6-12mm thick. If you find thicker than 12mm, it’s an inaccurate measurement–possibly including attached padding. If you want the highest-quality, hardwood feel, you’ll want 10 or 12mm. If cost is a concern and you have a smooth subfloor, you can get by with 7 or 8mm.

How do you cook a pork tenderloin without drying out?

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Place your pork loin fat side up in your roasting pan. By having the fat on top, you’re allowing the fat layer to baste the roast as it cooks. This is the step that keeps the pork from becoming dry and tough! Cook the pork loin for 10 minutes in the 400-degree oven.

How do I organize my kitchen cabinets and drawers?

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The 59 Best Kitchen Cabinet Organization Ideas of All TimeRethink your refrigerator. … Declutter for happy hour. … Build out the storage you really need. … Swap out boring bins. … Experiment with color coordination. … “File” your baking sheets and muffin tins. … Use turntables inside your cabinets. … Use drawer dividers everywhere you can.

Can whole wheat flour be used in sourdough?

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We love the combination of sourdough and whole wheat. The tanginess of a fed and active starter complements the inherent nuttiness of the flour. Together the two create a perfectly soft and moist loaf ideal for sandwiches, toast, and just about any other bread-based snack.