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 pronounce Acai?

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If the so-purple-it’s-almost-black berry that hails from the Amazon rainforest and is now popping up in everything from smoothies to face masks has you puzzled about how to say it, relax. We’ve got your back. Acai is pronounced ah-sah-EE. Merrian Webster puts it this way: \ ä-ˌsä-ˈē , -sī-ˈē \.

What are the 3 types of trash cans?

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Trash cans are primarily either made of plastic, metal, or concrete. Plastic cans include materials like resin and polyethylene. Metal includes stainless steel, steel, and aluminum cans.

How do you grate potatoes without a grater?

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Another possible way to grate potatoes without a grater is to use a vegetable peeler with a sharp knife. Use the peeler to remove the skin off the potatoes and then shave it all over for producing thin slices. Spread it on the chopping board so that you can group them into small stacks later.

Do half pint jars come in wide mouth?

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Half pint canning jars come in many styles depending on your preference. Varying from small, regular, and wide mouth jars, 8 oz. … Use 1/2 pint canning jars to store preserves like fruit and vegetables.