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 paint your stand mixer?

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Can a Kitchenaid Stand Mixer be Painted? Yes it can, with very nice results. But you have to follow each step in the process completely. Don’t rush or you’ll be unhappy with the quality of the finish.

What type of blinds is best for kitchen?

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The Best Blinds for Your KitchenRoller Blinds. PVC Roller Blinds and Flame Retardant Roller Blinds are our top choice for kitchen blinds because they’re practical and easy to operate. … Vertical Blinds. … Faux Wood Venetian Blinds. … Faux Wood Shutters.

How do I choose a deep fryer oil?

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What to consider when selecting an oilFlavor. Oil either has a flavor, or it doesn’t. … Smoke Point. The smoke point is the temperature at which oil starts to burn and create smoke. … Price. Deep frying requires a large amount of oil, as food needs to be covered entirely to fry effectively.

What cookware does Gordon Ramsay use?

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Gordon Ramsay uses the ScanPan brand in his cooking series MasterClass and the All-Clad brand in his FOX TV series Hell’s Kitchen. They are both high-quality pans with thick, heavy bases that distribute heat evenly. But at home, Gordon uses HexClad cookware.

Is the Breville juicer any good?

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While I prefer smoothies (to include all the fiber), when I want a juice, Breville is the best. The motor can handle any item I put into it (I’ve burned up other juicers with carrots and apples). The 2 speed option is nice to have. Clean up is a breeze- the easiest clean up of any juicer I’ve owned.

How do you use Picard in MusicBrainz?

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Quick StartAdd your files using the Add Files or Add Folder toolbar buttons. … Drag a folder to the Unmatched Files folder in the right-hand pane.Wait for Picard to process the files (the names will turn from grey to black) and then click the Cluster toolbar button to cluster files into album clusters.

How long do you cook boneless skinless chicken in the crockpot?

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Cook on LOW for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours. Always cook your boneless skinless chicken breasts on LOW for the best results. I do not recommend cooking boneless chicken breast on HIGH, as it will become very dry, even if you check it early. On high, the chicken turns out drier; I consistently have the best results with low.

What are plastic forks called?

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If you’re eating with a shiny plastic fork, don’t call it silverware; call it plasticware. However, if you’re eating with a stainless steel fork, you can get away with calling it silverware. Traditionally, fancy cutlery (or silverware) has been made of sterling silver.

Is Keyboard Cat dead?

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Keyboard Cat was a culture icon, known for his endearing videos and groovy moves with the keyboard. Sadly, he died on March 8, at the age of nine. Charlie Schmidt, his owner and the person responsible for the videos, paid a moving tribute to Keyboard Cat with a video (above).