Cutlery

Why You Should Stop Leaving Your Knives In The Sink

It may be tempting to leave knives in the sink alongside the dishes that are piling up, but doing so can lead to a litany of problems down the line.

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Ina Garten's Tip For Keeping Blades Sharp In Your Knife Block

Ina Garten's kitchen wisdom extends to preserving knife blades. Learn her smart storage trick and additional tips for maintaining your essential kitchen tools.

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Use A Pizza Wheel To Effortlessly Cut Beignet Dough

Everyone loves a good beignet, but when it comes to preparing them, using a knife can be less than fruitful. A pizza wheel will solve all those problems.

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For Delicate Salmon Slicing, Use A Granton Edge Knife

This task demands precision and delicacy, and a Granton edge knife is the standout choice, particularly for creating paper-thin slices of salmon.

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How To Zest Citrus With Just A Paring Knife

Even though specialized zester tools are sold, you don't need one to zest citrus. All you need is a common paring knife or even a vegetable peeler.

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The Key Tool For Chopping Brisket For A Meaty, Barbecue Sandwich

Chopping brisket requires the right cutlery to make magic happen. With this tool and these tips, you'll be serving decadent brisket sandwiches in no time.

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Use Your Knife's Dull Side To Easily Scale Fish Without Extra Tools

Descaling fish is one of the most important parts of prepping a nice fish filet, and you can use the back of your knife to accomplish this task.

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Use A Pizza Cutter For Perfectly Sliced Brownies Every Time

The pizza cutter and its wheel-like blade can make a continuous, smooth cut better than a traditional knife which may tear through your fudgy brownie.

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A Pastry Brush Is Key To An Evenly Greased Waffle Iron

Making the perfect homemade waffles is a precise art and one key component is ensuring you properly grease the iron - use your pastry brush to do the job.

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Cut Both Ends Off Uneven Veggies For Safer Slicing

Safety is of utmost importance when working with sharp cutlery. For safer slicing, chop both ends off of veggies to create stable surfaces before cutting.

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The Spoon Hack To Peel Freshly Boiled Eggs And Leave No Shell Pieces Behind

If you're struggling to peel your hard-boiled eggs, try out this simple method using a kitchen drawer staple: A spoon. You'll never break your egg again.

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The Simple Way To Tenderize A Steak Using Nothing But A Fork

There's a simple and effective method to create a tender, juicy piece of steak and it's an easy tenderizing process that involves just using a fork.

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For More Controlled Chopping, Martha Stewart Says To Use 2 Knives

The key to even chopping is using two knives -- sounds crazy, but would Martha Stewart ever fail you? Here's how to safely execute one of her favorite hacks.

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All You Need Is A Metal Spoon To Skim Fat From Stock

Don't overcomplicate the task of skimming fat off a delicious homemade meaty stock or broth. All that's required is a metal spoon for one of two methods.

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A Fork Is The Perfect Tool To Remove Shrimp Shells

A stroll through the gadget section of a kitchen store can be exciting yet overwhelming. Sometimes the best instruments are the simple utensils we already have.

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Spatulas Are The Perfect Tool For Removing Skin From Fish With Ease

One of the most tedious tasks when it comes to enjoying fish is removing the skin. If you're not careful, you could accidentally rough up your cooked fish.

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What To Consider When Choosing The Right Forks For Fondue

Since they can affect your level of enjoyment, and because no two fondue forks are made quite the same, let us help steer you in the right direction.

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The Wooden Spoon Trick To Help Determine When Custard Is Done

Homemade custard is a dreamy, creamy thing, but making it can be fraught with dangers -- scrambled custard, anyone? Here's a simple tip to help get it right.

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The Chopstick Test To Get Tempura Batter Right Every Single Time

Making crispy, light veggie or shrimp tempura at home can be fun. But try this chopstick trick to make sure your deep-fried food is the best it can be.

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When To Peel Fruits With Paring Knives Vs Vegetable Peelers

Do you know when to peel fruits with a paring knife versus a vegetable peeler? We break down the difference of the two tools and when to use them.

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20 Best Knife Brands, Ranked

Trying to find the perfect kitchen knife can be an overwhelming process. We've picked out the top brands and ranked them for affordability and quality.

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15 Ways To Use Chopsticks In The Kitchen

Chopsticks are the underdog of the kitchen utensils. Here are some of the most creative ways to put your drawer full of takeout chopsticks to good use.

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