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.

What materials were used in this colonial kitchen?

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Colonial kitchen cabinets are often constructed from the high-quality hardwoods that were commonly available in the original American colonies. Maple, oak, pine and cherry are examples of woods often used for colonial cabinets.

What is so special about FIJI Water?

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What makes Fiji water so different from other bottled waters is its source – the protected artesian aquifer on the isolate Fiji Islands. It also has a unique mineral profile that gives the water its smooth, soft taste. It’s the world’s best untouched water until you take the cap off.

Which hand blender is best?

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Best Overall Immersion Blender: Breville Control Grip Immersion Blender. Best Value Immersion Blender: Hamilton Beach Two-Speed Hand Blender. Best Cordless Immersion Blender: All-Clad Cordless Rechargeable Hand Blender. Best Immersion Blender for Soup: Cuisinart Smart Stick Variable Speed Hand Blender.

Is bamboo good for cutlery?

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Is bamboo cutlery safe? It is! Bamboo cutlery is nontoxic, and exactly as safe as metal cutlery – as long as you make sure to keep them clean.

What is the best material for pie pan?

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Ceramic: While ceramic plates are typically more expensive, they are usually my top choice. Ceramic plates, in my opinion, provide the best of both worlds — they conduct slow, even heat, similar to glass pie plates, but they also provide a beautiful serving vessel.

How do you break into a kitchen safe?

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Can the kSafe be broken into? The kSafe was designed to be a deterrent, not an industrial safe. It is made of plastic and can be broken with force. If you drop, attempt to break in, or put force on the lid it can break the base or lid and will void the warranty.

Can I use hand blender in pot?

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These tasks can all be handled by a regular blender or a food processor, but a hand blender can be used on the spot—right in the pot, glass, or measuring cup—and it’s much easier to clean. A hand blender is a fairly simple appliance. A motor on top rotates a metal shaft that’s attached to a blade on the bottom.

What is the Kenwood whisk used for?

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Whisk. This powerful bowl tool makes light work of heavy batters, mashed potato and egg whites. It glides easily through mixes to produce perfectly whisked ingredients.