Our Expertise I carve at least 4 turkeys every holiday season. I also slice roasts, bread, and foam for my DIY projects. I bought all three Hamilton Beach electric knives with my own money. I tested each one for 6 weeks. I carved turkey, ham, bread, and even foam crafts. I’m not paid by Hamilton … Read more
10 EASY METHODS FOR ANY RECIPE Carrots are one of the most loved vegetables in any kitchen, and learning how to cut carrots the right way can make a big difference in your cooking. The way you slice this orange vegetable changes how your dish looks and tastes. A perfect cut makes food cook evenly … Read more
Our Top Picks After testing these knives daily in my home kitchen, here’s what I found: Best Overall: Misen 8″ Chef Knife – Perfect for all tasks. Sharp, balanced, and stays sharp longer than my old knife. Best for Precision Work: Misen 7.5″ Santoku Knife – Great for slicing and dicing. The thin blade glides … Read more
Our Top Picks After testing many petty knives, here are my top three picks: Best Overall: Kimura Petty Knife – Great balance of price and performance. Sharp blade, comfortable handle, made in Japan. Best Premium: Kanngou Damascus Petty Knife – Beautiful Damascus pattern, extremely sharp, luxury feel with ebony handle. Best Budget: Kanngou AUS-8 Petty … Read more
Our Top Picks After testing all three models, here’s what I found: Best Overall: Fullstar Mandoline Slicer – This gave me the most value. Six blades, large catch tray, and it stayed sharp through heavy use. Best for Simple Tasks: OXO Handheld Mandoline – Perfect if you just need basic slicing. Small, easy to store, … Read more
Our Top Picks After weeks of testing, here are my winners: Best Overall: The Hungry Artisan Ergonomic Food Mill Best Premium Choice: OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Food Mill Best Budget Pick: Gemfino Stainless Steel Food Mill Let me explain why I chose each one. What Is a Food Mill? A food mill is a … Read more
Introduction I still remember my first time trying to cut a butternut pumpkin. The knife slipped. My hands hurt. And I almost gave up on making my favorite squash recipes. You are not alone if you find this task hard. Many home cooks avoid butternut squash because of its tough skin and odd shape. But … Read more
The Simple Guide to Carving Roast Chicken Like a Pro Carving a roast chicken seems hard. But it’s not. You just need the right steps. This guide shows you how to carve both whole and spatchcocked chicken. You’ll get clean cuts every time. Your chicken dinner will look great on the plate. Many people struggle … Read more
Introduction I still remember my first time trying to dice an onion. Tears streamed down my face. My fingers felt too close to the blade. The pieces came out uneven. It was a mess. But here’s good news. Dicing an onion doesn’t have to be scary or slow. With the right method, you can cut … Read more
Our Expertise I carve turkey every Thanksgiving and Christmas. I also cook brisket and roast beef throughout the year. I tested these three carving knife sets in my own kitchen. I used them on turkey, beef, and pork. I checked how sharp they are. I tested how they feel in my hand. I looked at … Read more