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How to Break Down Whole Ducks Like a Pro Why You Should Learn to Butcher Your Own Duck Buying a whole duck costs less than buying parts. You save money. You also get better quality. When you cut your own duck, you control every step. You can remove extra fat. You can cut pieces to … Read more
How to Cut Celery: A Complete Guide for Every Recipe Introduction Celery is one of the most common vegetables in kitchens worldwide. Yet many people struggle to cut it properly. This guide will teach you everything you need to know. I’ve been a home cook for fifteen years. I’ve chopped countless celery stalks in that … Read more
How to Cut Fennel: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide Introduction Fennel is a wonderful vegetable. Many people avoid it because they don’t know how to cut it. This guide will change that. You’ll learn to prep fresh fennel like a pro. The fennel plant has three main parts. The white bulb sits at the base. Green … Read more
How to Cut a Cucumber: Simple Guide for Every Style Introduction I’ve been cutting cucumbers for over 15 years. It’s one of those simple tasks that can change your meal prep game. A well-cut cucumber makes your salad look fresh. It makes your veggie tray more inviting. And it saves you time. In this guide, … Read more
How to Cut Chicken Breasts Into Cutlets: A Simple Guide Why Learn to Cut Your Own Chicken Cutlets? Chicken cutlets cook faster than full breasts. They also cost less when you cut them yourself. A thick chicken breast becomes two thin pieces with one simple cut. I’ve been preparing chicken this way for years. It … Read more
Our Expertise I’ve been testing kitchen knives for over 8 years now. My kitchen is my testing lab. I cook every single day. I’ve tested more than 50 different knife sets in my home. I’m not a professional chef. But I am someone who loves to cook. I slice vegetables daily. I cut meat weekly. … Read more
Our Expertise I live in a home with a large backyard where I host gatherings almost every weekend during fall and winter. Fire pits have become my specialty. I’ve burned through hundreds of logs in different fire pits. I know what works and what doesn’t. I’ve dealt with rust issues. I’ve seen cheap metal warp … Read more
How to Cook Pork on Stovetop: A Simple Guide to Juicy, Tender Results Cooking pork on your stovetop is one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table fast. I’ve been making stovetop pork for over 15 years, and I can tell you it beats any other method when you want quick, tasty … Read more
How to Cut a Cantaloupe: Simple Steps for Perfect Pieces Every Time Why You Need to Know How to Cut a Cantaloupe Cantaloupe is a sweet summer fruit that tastes amazing — but many people don’t know how to cut a cantaloupe safely and easily. This melon packs vitamins A and C into every bite, … Read more
Our Top Picks After weeks of testing in my home kitchen, here are my top three picks: Best Overall: OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Smooth Potato Masher Won for comfort and smooth results Best grip even with wet hands Worth the extra cost Best Budget: Joseph Joseph Easy-Mash Plastic Potato Masher Great value at under … Read more