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 banana chips crispy in a dehydrator?

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To make dried banana chips in a dehydrator, you won’t need the oil. Simply layer the banana slices on the trays in your dehydrator and cook them at 135 degrees for about 8 hours for chewy dehydrated banana chips. Keep an eye on them for the last couple hours so you can remove them when they reach the texture you want.

Can You Grill zucchini in foil?

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Easy Zucchini Foil Packets Add zucchini, squash and onions; toss to coat well. 2 DIVIDE vegetable mixture evenly among sheets of aluminum foil. Bring up sides of foil; double fold top and ends to tightly seal each packet. 3 GRILL packets over medium-high heat 10 to 12 minutes or until zucchini is tender.

What can I use instead of a splashback?

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Don’t make tiles your first thought for your splashback material.Window. … Mirror. … Tinted mirror. … Butterfly-effect marble. … Pressed metal. … Exposed brick. … Timber. … Copper.

What sizes does parchment paper come in?

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Baker’s Signature pre-cut, unbleached parchment paper sheets are available in a variety of sizes: 12 by 16, 4 by 4, 5 by 5, 8 by 12 inches, 9-inch cake pan round liners, and tulip baking cups.

Is Rinnai better than navien?

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Navien Water heaters have an advantage when it comes to being energy efficient. Navien units have UEF ratings of up to 0.96 while Rinnai Units max out at approximately 0.93. The more efficient the unit is, the less energy waste which translates to more energy savings.

What hardware looks good on white cabinets?

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The most popular choice for white shaker kitchen cabinet hardware is the silver tubular bar pull. Sleek and simple, these silver pulls are both convenient and versatile. White shaker doors look best with hardware that runs parallel to their 5-piece flat panel construction.

What can I use instead of a rolling pin?

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Rolling Pin Substitutes1 – Wine Bottle. A wine bottle is the perfect substitute for a traditional rolling pin. … 2 – Drinking Glass. A cylindrical drinking glass makes for a great rolling pin. … 3 – Reusable Water Bottle. … 4 – Soda Can. … 5 – PVC Pipe. … 6 – Tortilla Press. … 7 – A Watermelon. … 8 – Wooden Dowel.

How many hours per pound do you cook a roast?

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How Long to Cook Roast Beef (Temperature, Time, Pound) Roast for about 13-15 minutes per pound for rare, 17-19 minutes for medium, and 22-25 for cooked through. Check the meat with a thermometer to make sure it is the temperature you want it: 145°F for medium rare, 160°F for medium.