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 types of knives do professional chefs use?

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The Professional Knives your Chefs NeedStandard Chef Knife Types. These knives are a standard in most kitchen. … The Chef’s Knife (French Style) The first and most important is the chef’s knife. … The Utility Knife. … Kitchen Shears. … The Santoku Knife. … Specialty Chef Knife Types. … Boning Knife. … Cleaver Knife.

What hair clippers do professionals use?

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10 Best Professional Barber Clippers1.1 Wahl Professional 5-Star Magic Clip.1.2 BaBylissPRO Barberology MetalFX Series.1.3 Andis Professional Master Clipper.1.4 Oster Classic 76 Universal Motor Clipper.1.5 Wahl Professional Super Taper Hair Clipper.1.6 Andis T-Outliner Hair Trimmer.1.7 Wahl Professional Senior Clipper.

Which brand of digital weighing scale is best?

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Our Top PicksBest Overall – Omron HN 289 (Black) Automatic Personal Digital Weight Machine. … Best Budget – RYLAN Heavy Thick Tempered Glass LCD Display weight machine. … Best For Body Weight – BPL Medical Technologies PWS-01 Personal Weighing Scale.

What are long tongs used for?

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Used for flipping burgers, plating pasta, tossing salads, and placing tiny garnishes on fancy entrees, tongs are some of the most versatile and essential restaurant tools in a cook’s arsenal.

Are aluminum sheet pans safe?

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You’ll be glad to hear that alongside non-toxic baking sheets, aluminum baking sheets are safe to use! As long as you don’t scratch your aluminum baking sheet, which will release aluminum from the sheet and into your food, it’s safe to use.

What is a good size caldero?

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The IMUSA 17.9-Quart Caldero is the go to Caldero when cooking for a large group of people. It can be placed in the oven with out the lid and it is ideal for Rice, Beans, Braise Meat, Simmer Stews, Soups and More. It seasons natural over time and will be a must have in any occasion.

How do you wash reusable bamboo towels?

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Machine wash your towels separately in warm water on the gentle cycle using mild detergent. Do not use bleach or fabric softeners as they are not needed or recommended. Tumble dry on medium heat. To prevent your towels from snagging, we recommend that you wash your towels in plain hot water immediately after purchase.

What is the best hand grater?

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The best graters in 2021Cuisipro Surface Glide Technology 4-Sided Boxed Grater. Best grater overall. Cuisipro Surface Glide Technology 4-Sided Boxed Grater. … Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater. Best zester and plane grater. Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater. … Oxo Rotary Cheese Grater. Best rotary cheese grater.