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.

Are Tramontina Dutch ovens oven safe?

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The oven-safe temperature varies between the Tramontina Dutch ovens materials. The ceramic-coating aluminum option is only oven-safe up to 350°F, the stainless steel option is oven-safe up to 500°F, and the enameled cast iron Dutch oven can handle up to 450°F.

Is it worth it to refurbish furniture?

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“The basic rule of thumb is, if the piece was made before 1850, you want to do some homework on whether it should be conserved rather than restored — meaning to preserve and stabilize the piece as it is now,” she says. “If it’s been in the family a while, it’s worth finding out before you do some damage.”

What can I use if I don’t have a pie pan?

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Baking A Pie Without A Pie Pan: 8 Substitutes That Work!8 Best Pie Pan Substitutes: Cake Pan. … Cake Pan. Since the shape and dimensions are similar, a cake pan can be used to substitute a pie pan for most pie recipes. … Foil Pan (Aluminum Pan) … Glass Pan. … Tart Pan. … Springform Pan. … Muffin Pan. … Baking Paper.

What is a jigger in ceramics?

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In pottery: Shaping the clay. Jollying, or jiggering, is the mechanical adaptation of wheel throwing and is used where mass production or duplication of the same shape—particularly cups and plates—is required. The jolly, or jigger, was introduced during the 18th century.

Which is better cast iron or Aluminium?

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Cast aluminum: lightweight, heats up faster, does not hold heat as well, has a shorter longevity, is typically cheaper. Cast iron: heavier, heats up a little slower, holds heat better, lasts longer, is typically more expensive but easy to find.

Does the Pax actually get you high?

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Pax had built a completely polished, mindless device to get high. … Because on the back end, Pax is working on a measurement of total volume. It can track how much you’ve inhaled of your pod, no matter how few or many puffs it takes.