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 I use my HEB digital thermometer?

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1) Press the white on/off button to activate. 2) 188.8 F followed by L F will appear on LED display to show thermometer is working. 3) To take temperature, place sensor under tongue (oral), in the armpit (axillage) or in the rectum (rectal).

Can I use parchment paper instead of a baking sheet?

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Parchment paper is grease- and moisture-resistant paper specially treated for oven use. It is very versatile—use it to line cake molds and baking sheets, to wrap fish and other dishes that are cooked en papillote, and to cover countertops during messy tasks to make cleanup easy.

Is open shelving Still in Style 2021?

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Insider asked interior designers about the kitchen trends you should expect to see in 2021. Open shelving and monochrome color palettes are likely on the way out. High-end appliances and big sinks are gaining popularity. Visit Insider’s homepage for more stories.

Is KitchenAid discontinuing the Artisan series?

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KitchenAid appears to be discontinuing this series, resulting in the huge discount. If you’re worried that the closeout sale has to do with the mixer’s quality, fear not — the Architect is highly rated, and is almost identical to the more popular Artisan series.

What is the difference between a sandwich maker and Panini press?

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A Panini press is essentially a small weighted grill. … While in a sandwich maker you can only make a 1 or 2-ingredient sandwich, feel free to pile on when using a Panini press. For instance, you can have grilled chicken breast (which you can also grill on the Panini press), some avocado slices and two layers of cheese.

Why are rolling pins adjustable?

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When it comes to things like baking pastry and cookie dough, precision is your friend. … This handy Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin is basically designed to take the hard work out of rolling dough to an even thickness. With removable resistance discs on either end, you can choose the thickness quickly and easily.

Is Anchor Hocking out of business?

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EveryWare Global filed for bankruptcy in 2015. EveryWare Global was renamed The Oneida Group in 2017. Anchor Hocking and their headquarters in Lancaster, Ohio, are a focus of Brian Alexander’s February 2017 book “Glass House”.FormerlyThe Hocking Glass Company Anchor Hocking Glass CorporationWebsiteanchorhocking.com

How do I render an image?

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To render an image to a file,Assign rendering elements to the model (such as render materials, light studios, backgrounds, etc.).Click File > Render to File. … Select the file extension from the Type menu.Select rendering settings from the Settings menu.

Which type of garlic press is best?

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Editor’s Choice: OXO Steel Garlic Press OXO makes the list once again with this durable garlic press. It’s made of dishwasher-safe cast zinc with rubberized handles for a soft grip—the brand’s specialty. This press can hold up to three small cloves or one large clove at a time, pressing them into a fine, uniform paste.