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 protect my outdoor water heater?

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Try the following freeze prevention tips to ensure your water heaters last through the winter:Install Your Water Heater in a Warm Place. … Drain Your Water Heater. … Maintain a Power Source. … Consider a Recirculation System. … Insulate, Insulate, Insulate. … Run a Trickle of Water.

How do you make Southern homemade chili?

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Brown meat in a large saucepan and drain grease. Add chili beans, tomato paste mixture, can of diced tomatoes and chilies, grape tomatoes, onions, and minced garlic to the saucepan, and stir until blended. Turn down burner to low and simmer for about one hour. Serve.

Should you use a foot grater on wet or dry feet?

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Although the instructions suggest using it on either wet or dry feet, Splichal recommends soaking your feet for at least 10 minutes prior to scraping. “You’ll get better results on softened skin while minimizing the risk of injury, including nicks and cuts,” she said.

Can you mix baking soda with soap?

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For some cleaning jobs, you can mix baking soda with other household ingredients like dish soap or hydrogen peroxide (more on that later). Baking soda is also a great deodorizer when you simply sprinkle the powder on a spot that needs freshening, like shoes or carpets.

How do you make a Nutrition Facts label?

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Steps for Creating a U.S. Nutrition Facts Label Create a new Recipe by clicking the Recipe icon and selecting New. Name your Recipe and enter a serving weight. Check the RACC for the appropriate serving size. Carefully search for and enter all of the ingredients in your Recipe.

Do you peel citrus before juicing?

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If you are using a citrus juicer, there is no need to peel your oranges before juicing them. If you are using another type of juicer, such as masticating or centrifugal juicer, then you’ll need to peel your oranges before juicing them. The skin has a bitter taste and contains oils that may upset your digestive system.