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.

Does Trader Joe’s have aluminum foil?

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After all, it’s not one-stop shopping. You can’t get aluminum foil or diapers or corn starch there. But how on earth would I survive without some of my favorite Trader Joe’s products?

What makes Polish Pottery valuable?

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Just like fine china, Polish Pottery is priced according to the amount of time required to paint the piece. The primary elements that determine this are the specific shape and size, the number of colors in the design and its intricacy. Some designs are painted entirely using stamps, which are quick to apply.

Is an AeroPress good for camping?

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If quality is what you’re after, then look no further than the AeroPress! Brewing a smooth cup of coffee in seconds, without bitterness; this travel coffee maker is the perfect bit of kit for camping. It can also be used as an at-home or at-work brewing device. …

What is a slotted spatula called?

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Any well-equipped kitchen will probably have several types. But if you have to get just one spatula, the most versatile, comfortable option for almost anything but baking is the one with the most specific name: the fish spatula, sometimes also called a slotted offset spatula.

How accurate is the Ankovo thermometer?

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This Infrared Forehead Thermometer is equipped with exceptional microchip and a high sensitivity sensor. Infrared senor can precisely detecting the infrared heat given off by the forehead and quickly measuring to get the reading in 1 second. Range of accuracy is only ±0.4℉.

What can I make with a meat grinder?

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Grinding Meat. The basic application of a meat grinder is to grind meat of any type. … Making Sausages. Sausages are a regular item for the meat lovers and there are so many different dishes that you can make with sausages. … Making Burger Patty. … Grinding Bones. … Grinding Cookie Dough. … Grinding Vegetables.

Is a 3-cup food processor big enough?

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A food processor is a controversial appliance among cooks. … So that’s our own take on the food processor, and we do think that a 3-cup is big enough for most uses. We often make pastry in our food processor, too. A 3-cup food processor will handle enough pie dough for one to two pies without a problem.

Does Pioneer Woman pots and pans have Teflon?

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The pots and pans are aluminum, with a PFOA-free nonstick coating. This means they were constructed without a chemical common to nonstick cookware called perfluorooctanoic acid, which The American Cancer Society says is associated with an increased risk of cancer.