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 many does a 6 quart Dutch oven serve?

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9 Quart1 Quart Cast Iron Dutch Oven6 Quart Red Enameled Cast Iron Dutch OvenVolume Quarts16Number of 12 oz. Servings (bowls)212Number of 8 oz. Servings (cups)318Dimensions8.5″ L x 6.75″ W x 4″ T13.56″ L x 10.93″ W x 7.31″ T

What is the best way to clean a cast iron skillet?

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How to Clean a Cast Iron Frying Pan. To clean, just use mild dish soap (that’s right, it’s okay to use a little soap!) and a scouring pad or a cast iron pan cleaning brush. Wash it, scrub it, rinse it, then wipe it out well and season it with a few drops of oil and store with a paper towel covering the cooking surface.

Is titanium cookware any good?

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While pure titanium cookware isn’t great for everyday cooking because of the uneven distribution of heat and the way that food sticks to the pan, it is good for traveling because of how lightweight it is. It also resists corrosion, which makes it ideal for unpredictable climates, and it is strong enough to not bend.

Is Blue Diamond cookware good?

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The bottom line is that the Blue Diamond pan is affordable, durable, and can handle much higher heat than traditional non-stick pans. The downsides are that food will eventually stick, it’s not induction-compatible, the exterior stains easily, and the sparkly interior cheapens its appearance.

Is Tupperware plastic toxic?

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While the vast majority of Tupperware products are considered safe, for example, some of its food storage containers use polycarbonate (plastic #7), which has been shown to leach the harmful hormone-disrupting chemical Bisphenol A (BPA) into food items after repeated uses.

Can you whisk egg white by hand?

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You can whisk egg whites by hand but expect to get a very tired arm! Using an electric whisk or stand mixer is much quicker and easier. Egg whites are whisked to different stages – soft, medium or stiff peaks – depending on what they are being used for.

Can you cook steak in the oven in foil?

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Cooking steak in the oven with foil produces tasty results with minimal effort. Cooking steak in the oven with foil produces tasty results with minimal effort. This style of cooking — heating steak in foil packets along with potatoes and vegetables — ensures a stress-free and delicious meal.