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The Aluminum Foil Trick For Sparkling Silverware Every Time

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:17:00 +0000

From keeping kitchen scissors sharp to scrubbing pots and pans, aluminum foil has plenty of uses in the kitchen. It can also keep silverware sparkling.

The Ideal Type Of Knife For Effortless Bagel Cutting

staff@foodrepublic.com (Amara Michelle) — Tue, 27 May 2025 11:15:00 +0000

Bagels are a breakfast staple, but they aren't all that great if they aren't cut properly. Here's the ideal type of knife to use for effortless bagel cutting.

Can You Sharpen A Knife With A Ceramic Bowl? We Asked An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Katie Moore) — Mon, 05 May 2025 11:15:00 +0000

There's a rumor floating around that you can sharpen a knife with the unglazed bottom of a ceramic bowl or plate, but just how true is it? We asked an expert.

The Chopping Technique You Need For Scoopable Caesar Salad

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 02:45:00 +0000

Caesar salad is a classic for a reason, but it's always fun to change up the presentation. With this easy chopping technique, you can make yours scoopable.

Why It Pays To Use A Serrated Knife When Cutting Homemade Fries

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 12:15:50 +0000

If you're looking to get the crispiest, crunchiest french fry at home, then it's time to put away the mandolin or straight-edged knife. Use this instead.

The Ideal Knife To Cut Sushi Looks More Like A Sword

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Sat, 11 Jan 2025 21:15:10 +0000

While you can get away with making sushi using a basic chef's knife, this traditional sword-like tool for slicing raw fish gives you more precise results.

The Type Of Knife That's Ideal For Cutting Fruit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Amara Michelle) — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 20:15:27 +0000

The versatile paring knife is a fruit-lover's best friend: Its shape, size, and sharpness make it perfect for hulling, slicing, and peeling any fruit.

Roll Rugelach More Easily With One Simple Hack

staff@foodrepublic.com (Chala June) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:15:20 +0000

There are two types of rugelach dough you can make, but whether yours is yeasted or enriched with cream cheese, try this simple slicing hack.

Your Bread Knife Has Other Uses Apart From Cutting Loaves

staff@foodrepublic.com (Katie Moore) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:15:47 +0000

Bread knives, with their long and serrated blades, make quick work of a crusty loaf of bread, but they're good for so much more than slicing a baguette.

The Type Of Wood Alton Brown Suggests For Your Cutting Board

staff@foodrepublic.com (Chala June) — Sat, 09 Nov 2024 23:15:17 +0000

Alton Brown knows a thing or two about food and the tools you use to prepare, so his recommendation for the ideal type of cutting board carries a lot of weight.

Here's Why Alton Brown Doesn't Think You Need A Paring Knife

staff@foodrepublic.com (Richard DiCicco) — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 21:15:50 +0000

It's important that you're using the right knife when working in the kitchen. However, according to Alton Brown, a paring knife is not one you need.

One Of The Tensest Moments In Martha Stewart's Doc Gave Us A Practical Cooking Tip

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 18:15:16 +0000

R.J. Cutler's "Martha" documentary, now on Netflix, revealed an important cooking tip through some archival footage. Here's what it can teach you about knives.

The Bread Test For Determining How Sharp Your Knives Are

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:15:55 +0000

If you think your knives may be getting dull, there's any easy way to find out that doesn't require any fancy tools. All you need is just a simple loaf of bread

Aluminum Foil Is The Secret To Sharpening Kitchen Shears In A Pinch

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:15:51 +0000

Have your trusty kitchen shears been getting a bit dull? If so, there's a pretty nifty hack you can use that will have your shears working like new.

Why Julia Child Preferred Carbon Steel Knives Over Stainless

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sarah Sierra-Mohamed) — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:15:18 +0000

Julia Child was very particular about her kitchen utensils, including her type of knives. She always preferred carbon steel over stainless - this is why.

Ree Drummond's Go-To Chef's Knife Is A Versatile Classic

staff@foodrepublic.com (Khyati Dand) — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 11:15:56 +0000

Most chefs, certainly those who are professional, have a specific kitchen knife that has become their favorite, and Ree Drummond isno exception.

Remove Avocado Pits Without A Knife With One Easy Tip

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sharon Rose) — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 14:15:46 +0000

Every year, thousands of people suffer from avocado hand -- slicing their hand while removing a pit. Avoid the risk with this easy no-knife tip.

How To Scoop Ice Cream Like The Pros At Ben & Jerry's

staff@foodrepublic.com (Avery Tomaso) — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 13:45:14 +0000

To get a perfect scoop that doesn't twist your wrist, you just need to follow Ben and Jerry's method of plopping ice cream into your cone (or bowl).

The Best Type Of Cutting Board To Keep Your Knives Sharp

staff@foodrepublic.com (Caryl Espinoza Jaen) — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 14:15:57 +0000

Plastic or wooden cutting boards reign supreme in popularity, but pro chefs prefer a different material that keeps your expensive knives sharp and undamaged.

How Pool Noodles Can Help You Store Knives Better

staff@foodrepublic.com (Erica Martinez) — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 21:15:13 +0000

A pool noodle may not look like much, but it can be transformed into a stable, no-sliop tool that can hold as many kitchen knives as you please.