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 can I do with an old dish rack?

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5 Clever Ways to Use a Dish Rack (Beyond Using It to Air-Dry Your Dishes)Get kiddie dishes under control.Use it like a basket.Organize all your storage container lids.Weigh down containers during a dishwasher cycle.Set up command central.

How much does a Flame Broiler franchise cost?

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The initial franchise fee is $35,000. The initial investment required to establish a franchised restaurant ranges from $380,116 to $609,763. The initial investment is only an estimate. There may be opportunities to purchase existing Flame Broiler units.

What can I do with an old range hood?

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5 Ways to Get Rid of Your Old Kitchen AppliancesPay the store to take them. When you buy a new appliance, you can usually pay the delivery guys a nominal fee — anywhere from $15 to $25 — to take away the old one for you. … Ask your town to take them. … Sell them for cash. … Give ’em away. … Pay a commercial junk hauler.

Can aluminum foil be colored?

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Can You Paint On Aluminum Foil? A coat of primer is necessary since aluminum foil is a slick metal surface. Metal etching primer is designed specifically for metal etching and works well on aluminum foil as well. If you wish to paint the foil in any color, you can paint it after letting it dry thoroughly.

What should every office kitchen have?

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6 office kitchen supplies every office needsCoffee machine. An office coffee machine may seem like an unnecessary investment, but the benefits to company culture and employee morale far outweigh the initial monetary cost. … Cutlery, crockery and glasses. … Fresh corporate flowers. … Fresh fruit. … Office milk. … Condiments.

Is there a fuse in a KitchenAid mixer?

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Excessive heat can make the top of the mixer uncomfortably warm, and it can damage the motor. … To prevent damage, the mixer has a high-limit fuse that shuts off the motor when the temperature is too high and automatically resets when the mixer cools.

How do you use Avanti infrared thermometer?

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It is easy to use and operate and ideal for ensuring your cooking surfaces are at the ideal temperature point for perfect cooking results. Simply point and press the trigger on the thermometer and the LCD screen will display the accurate temperature information.

What can you cook in a roaster oven?

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10 ways to use your roaster oven for more than just turkeyPeppered Rib Roast with Wasabi Cream Sauce. … North Carolina Pork Barbecue. … Almond Pound Cake. … Honey Roasted Spareribs. … Harvest Apple Cake. … Roaster Oven Baked Potatoes. … Oven Roasted Beef Stew. … Old Fashioned Bread Pudding.

How do you get certified to clean kitchen hoods?

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How to Join Today: You have 3 options to get certified from the Certified Hood & Duct Cleaners Association.Option 1: NFPA 96 Certification Preparation Course. This is an online (via Internet Sharing Screens) intensive one on one NFPA 96 Coaching session. … Option 2: Experienced Hood Cleaner Option.