Before going to culinary school, I remember thinking there were two types of knives: big and small. It was only until I received a knife kit that I understood the names and the purposes of each blade. Whether you own a knife set and have no idea what to do with the different-shaped blades or are in the market to buy all the basics, here are five knives that you should own and why.
Whether you're just starting to dabble in the kitchen or cooking's an integral part of your daily life, one thing's for certain: you need a reliable chef's knife. It is, without question, the most vital tool in cooking. Although it's easy to be seduced by elaborately cut knives or 26-piece knife sets, the truth is that all you really need is one unfailing all-purpose knife.
A chef's knife, which generally has a blade that's eight to ten inches long, is the workhorse of the kitchen: it's long enough to slice, heavy enough to cleave bones, and precise enough to mince. You opt for a knife that's $30 or $300, or Japanese or German, but regardless of what specific knife you have in mind, there are a few universal attributes that you should take note of when shopping for one. Keep reading to see what you should look for in a chef's knife
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Forks and knives as furniture. I know, it's not the first thought that comes to mind, but considering the amount of forks and knives being thrown away for various reasons, it would make sense to use discarded utensils for furniture. Osian Batyka-Williams certainly saw a solution for our discards and decided to create interior conversation starters for the eclectic collector.
Made entirely of, well, forks and knives, this chair is a quirky example of 21st century design and a great reason for why reusing should be the first choice before recycling. Now, it's not an inexpensive piece, but as previously mentioned it is a conversation starter for someone who has a great studio space or an open plan house where it would be shown off beautifully. Available through Duffy London, you can also view other pieces by a designer we're interested in watching.
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If you need a reason to justify all the glasses of wine you're consuming, consider the benefits a used up wine cork can offer. Instead of tossing the porous stopper into the recycling bin, reuse it in your own home. It turns out corks make fine knife cleaners. Next time your blades need a cleaning, send a cork in to do the job rather than a rough-sided sponge. Just run the edge of the knife across the cork. It'll leave the steel utensil with a mirror image instead of a scratched and dull surface! Who knew?
My best kitchen knife broke last night while I was making dinner. It wasn't the nicest knife — when I moved into my apartment, over two years ago, my dad gave it to me and bought himself a new (much better) knife. Now I need to purchase a knife, and am considering splurging on a higher-quality, more expensive one. Should I? How do you feel about kitchen knives? Is it worth it to get a good one?
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I need a new knife: All of mine are old and so dull they can no longer be sharpened. While I would love to purchase a shiny new set of kitchen knives, right now I can't afford it. That's why I've decided I will invest in one shiny, sharp, and versatile knife.
I asked you to help me by heading off to market in search of practical everyday knives that can be used for dicing onions and slicing raw chicken. You saved your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Kitchen Knife.
Kimpossible recommends this classic chef's knife that's crafted by a premier blade producer from Japan. She's had it for almost three years and describes it as an "an awesome knife" that feels wonderful in her hand. And, it's on sale at Williams-Sonoma! Thanks Kimpossible. For more knives, browse the selection below.
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I need a new knife: All of mine are old and so dull they can no longer be sharpened. While I would love to purchase a shiny new set of kitchen knives, right now I can't afford it. That's why I've decided I will invest in one shiny, sharp, and versatile knife. Can you help me find it? Let's head off to market in search of practical everyday knives that can be used for dicing onions and slicing raw chicken. Save your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Kitchen Knife. Happy hunting!
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Cantaloupe is one of those things that I see a lot in salad bars and packaged fruit salads but rarely in bagged lunches or at friends' homes. Perhaps if more people knew the right way to cut this fragrant melon, it would be more of a household staple. View this slideshow to learn how simple cantaloupe is to prepare.
