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.

How to use Nuby steamer?

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Add 2-3 table spoon of water, cover with the lid and microwave 4-6 minutes or until fork tender. Then, simply mash your steamed food and feed your baby fresh, healthy baby food right from the mashing bowl or simply place lid on the bowl and store food for later use. BPA Free.

Is peanut butter safe to feed birds?

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Peanut butter is a good high-protein food for birds, and they can eat any of the same types humans do. If you’re buying it specifically for birds, look for natural or organic types with the fewest additives. Try offering crunchy peanut butter for an extra nutty treat.

Is ceramic coating good for cookware?

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Ceramic coated cookware is considered a safer non-stick alternative to Teflon. However, it also triggers some health concerns. Ceramic coating can be damaged easily which can bring the metal in direct contact with food. In the case of some metal alloys, this can be potentially harmful to health.

Does Fitness Blender really work?

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The long and short of it is that yes, Fitness Blender workout videos really are enough to keep you in shape, and that because of our incredibly heavy workload with our two-man business, we don’t even have the extra time to be able to spend hours slaving away at a gym (even if we wanted to…which we don’t).

How do you clean old silver coins without damaging them?

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Soap. Cleaning your old coins with gentle dish soap and water can loosen some of that built-up dirt. Fill a small plastic container with warm water, add a few drops of mild soap, immerse the coins, and rub with your fingers or a soft toothbrush to clean.

How do you use a oxo digital thermometer?

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How to Set Up a Meat ThermometerMeasure the center. The outside of what you are cooking is very hot. … For a larger cut, put the tip of the thermometer into the center of the core, wherever that is, and don’t touch the bone. … For cooking a chicken, turkey or rib roast, measure in a few spots.