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.

What is a sauce ladle?

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A ladle is a type of cooking implement used for soup, stew, or other foods. Although designs vary, a typical ladle has a long handle terminating in a deep bowl, frequently with the bowl oriented at an angle to the handle to facilitate lifting liquid out of a pot or other vessel and conveying it to a bowl.

How do you pick a good roasting pan?

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Ideally, the roasting pan should be made with thick, heavy materials that distribute heat evenly. Think stainless steel, aluminum or carbon steel. That said, a thick, heavy-duty pan can be literally heavy—10 pounds or more—so make sure you’re able to lift it, especially when it’s full of food.

How do you attach a whisk to a hand blender?

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First, attach the whisk to the gearbox and then align the motor part with the assembled whisk attachment and push the pieces together until they click. After use, unplug and press the release buttons to detach the motor part.

Are forehead strip thermometers accurate?

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The simple answer is, no. The evidence says strip thermometers are nowhere near as accurate as the traditional mercury glass thermometer. In around 4 in 10 cases, parents using a forehead strip on a child with fever may be misled into thinking their temperature is normal.

How do I reset my bread maker?

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In order to reset the breadmaker and erase any program set, just remove the mains plug from the wall socket or turn the socket off, (if it is a switched socket), Then wait for more than 15 minutes before plugging back in (or switching it back on). When the display comes back on you can set the new program.

Are PTO stump grinders good?

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They work fine, just don’t rush things, be gentle, and avoid rocks. I used to own a tree service, and they are very wimpy compared to the Carlton brand grinders we used to own, but they are fine for light use like you describe. Miller also makes a good one for tractor mounting. Subject: RE: PTO driven stump grinders?

Can a food processor be used as a chopper?

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Food can also be chopped, mixed or puréed with blades in the bowl of the food processor. Food processors can handle larger recipes and offer more versatility due to the multiple blades for specific tasks such as chopping, shredding, slicing and julienning.

What is a grinder website?

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Website. www.grindr.com. Grindr is a location-based social networking and online dating application for gay, bi, trans, and queer people, and men who have sex with men.