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 you chop with an immersion blender?

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Since it is possible to chop nuts and vegetables with an immersion blender, you might be wondering if you can use it instead of a food processor. The simple answer is that yes, you can use an immersion blender instead of a food processor. However, only high-powered immersion blenders will work.

What can I make in a cast iron Dutch oven?

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21 Cast Iron Dutch Oven Recipes to Devour TonightDutch oven pot roast with carrots and potatoes.Braised Dutch Oven Pulled Pork.Beef short ribs braised in red wine.Mexican Meatball Soup.Stuffed Green Pepper Casserole.Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup.The BEST Chicken Cacciatore.Chicken Taco Pasta.

Are gas ranges with air fryer worth it?

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While both ovens use fans to distribute heat throughout the appliance, in an Air Fry oven range, the air moves around much more rapidly, which is why you get faster cooking results. Also, certain foods that are typically made to be fried will turn out much better in an air fryer instead of a traditional oven.

How common is it for a hot water heater to explode?

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Water heater explosions are rare but when they do happen, they can be devastating. Do not wait for a catastrophe. Here are a few signs your water heater will give before going burst. The pressure relief valve is usually located at the top of heater, on the side.

What can you cook in a Dutch Oven on a Big Green Egg?

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Coq au vin is originally a French stew of chicken or cockerel, mushrooms and a red wine sauce. For this recipe, we use chicken and Pinot Noir. To ensure the best taste experience, we will stew the coq au vin in a Dutch Oven on the Big Green Egg!