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.

Should I line my cake pan with parchment paper?

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Always line cake pans with parchment paper The most important preparation you can make when baking a cake is to line the pans (these are the pans that I use) with parchment paper. This ensures that the bottom of the cake will not stick to the pan, and that it will all come out in one piece.

How do you use Farberware classic apple peeler?

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How to Use:Peel and Core an Apple, Pear, or Potato in One Step: Place apple on the tall end of the fixing pins (4)Make Sure the Apple is Firmly Installed & Centered on the Fixing Pins. … You Can Adjust the Peeler by Moving the Peeling Blade (7) Forward or Backward.

Can you put Vaseline on a baby thermometer?

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Place a small amount of water-based lubricant (such as K-Y® Jelly) on the tip of the thermometer. (Some thermometers come with thin covers to use while taking a rectal temperature.) Avoid using petroleum jelly, like Vaseline®, because you may not get an accurate reading.

What is the difference between tiger bread and normal bread?

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The bread is generally made with a pattern baked into the top made by painting rice paste onto the surface prior to baking. … The bread itself has a crusty exterior, but is soft inside. Typically, tiger bread is made as a white bread bloomer loaf or bread roll, but the technique can be applied to any shape of bread.

Does flame broiler sell their sauce?

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Flame Broiler commemorates their 25th anniversary by offering its sweet, distinctive Simply Magic Sauce bottled up at all Flame Broiler locations nationwide. … Now, fans of the sauce need not look any further than their own pantry for a bold and flavorful punch for every homemade dish.

Are stainless steel bowls good for mixing?

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Stainless steel bowls are best for mixing heavy ingredients. The bowls themselves are lightweight, making them a little easier to handle. They are also best for dough making. They are very versatile during the food preparation of the meal.

What does clean button do on Cuisinart coffee maker?

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If you own a Cuisinart SS series, you have to press the 8oz and 6oz buttons at the same time to dispense water. This is a common fix to the cleaning light. The reason this works is because it flushes water through the machine, getting rid of any leftover vinegar or gunk inside the machine.

Is the acai bowl at Costco healthy?

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The concept of Costco’s açai bowl is appealing. A nutritious, fruity dessert base is topped with fresh fruit, granola, and banana chips. However, we’ve already established that the fruity dessert base of Costco’s açai bowl is less than nutritious. Independently, the toppings in the açai bowl are great.