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 I put 42 inch cabinets 8 foot ceiling?

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Ceiling Height A general rule of thumb is for wall cabinets to be mounted so the bottom edge is 54 inches above the floor, which means that an 8-foot-tall ceiling creates 42 inches of available space for wall cabinets, while a 9-foot-tall ceiling has 54 available inches.

What is a digital thermometer with probe?

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A digital probe thermometer, or digital temperature probe, is a device that uses sensitive resistors in a stainless-steel probe to measure temperature. Unlike traditional mercury thermometers that take some time to read temperature change, readings on a digital probe thermometer are much quicker.

Can you cut tiles with a grinder?

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You can also cut tile with a 4-inch angle grinder with a stone blade attached, and while the cuts aren’t as clean as with a tile cutting board or a tile wet saw it is an acceptable method for rough cuts around heater vents, doorways and against walls where they will be covered by baseboard or finish materials.

Are Sealed jars smell proof?

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1. Mason Jar. Any airtight jar should do the trick, but Mason jars are famous as the go-to storage container among smokers. They’re used for pickling and other long-term food storage methods, so you know they’re going to be fine blocking smells.

Are analog hygrometers accurate?

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Normal hygrometers are therefore set to achieve highest accuracy at a much lower humidity level of room humidity in a range from 30% to 60%. For the typical humidity levels for cigar storage of over 65%, the accuracy of these normal analog and digital hygrometers decreases significantly.

How do I make beef and Guinness stew less bitter?

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Stouts are known for their bitterness. That is why we add a little bit of brown sugar to the stew, to bring a little sweetness to balance the overall flavor of the dish! If it’s still too bitter for you, you can increase the amount of sugar.

What is the highest wattage Ninja blender?

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One of the most powerful and versatile personal blenders on the market, the Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor is driven by a 1200 watt motor. Key features include: SmartTORQUE design to blend heavy loads without stalling or need to stir.