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 do you use Pampered Chef Rockcrok?

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Preheat pan for 3–5 minutes on medium heat. Amount of time varies per stovetop. As needed, gradually increase heat up to medium high when browning foods. Because the pan retains heat well, continue to adjust heat levels as needed during the duration of cooking.

Is oven toaster can be used for baking?

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Whether it’s too hot to use your regular oven or you’re looking for a solution for small-batch cooking and baking, your toaster oven is up to the task. Sure, it’s great for making toast but it can also cook meat, bake pastries and roast veggies.

How should venison steak be cooked?

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Venison steak should be cooked to medium-rare or even rare plus if you like a rare steak. I pull my steaks from the grill or pan as soon as they reach 117-125F – I prefer 117F.

What is a cutting board considered?

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A cutting board (or chopping board) is a durable board on which to place material for cutting. The kitchen cutting board is commonly used in preparing food; other types exist for cutting raw materials such as leather or plastic.

Is quartz good for window sills?

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One of the most extraordinary things about granite and quartz window sills is their practicality and durability. They can easily cope with weather effects when windows are left open and even condensation when they aren’t.

How do I fix the LO on my thermometer?

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The ‘Lo’ or ‘Hi’ indications on the display mean that the temperature cannot be measured because the temperature is outside the temperature range. Press the on/off button to switch off the thermometer. Check if it is correctly positioned, press the on/off button again to switch it on, and re-start the measurement.

Did Cold Steel go out of business?

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First and foremost, the GSM deal means that Cold Steel’s California-based operation has been shut down. This means that, yes, Cold Steel employees lost their jobs. “Operations were relocated to our headquarters in Irving, TX,” Mann explains.